College

Rev. Caitlan is a regular presence on campus at Washington College. She offers Chaplain’s office hours, and weekly “Sacred Conversations”. You’ll also find her present at special events on campus, and on high holy days like Ash Wednesday or All Saints.

“Campus ministry is a safe place to talk... It’s growth and security, all at the same time. It’s grief counseling and hearty parties... College can be full of upheaval, and faith can be a steady presence in the midst of chaos.”
— PCUSA UKirk Campus Minister

Adults

Jesus’ first act of ministry was to form a small group. He called them friends, told them the truth, shared his fears and dreams, and together, they became the seeds of church. This congregation offers a variety of small groups (day of the week, frequency of meeting, topics to cover) so every adult will join a small group and participate faithfully.

“(A Christian community is) a healing community not because wounds are cured and pains are alleviated, but because wounds and pains become openings or occasions for a new vision.”
— Henri Nouwen, "The Wounded Healer"
A group of people gathered in a wood-paneled room with red carpet, smiling at the camera.
Group of six people celebrating Christmas in a kitchen, wearing festive sweaters and hats, standing around a table with holiday treats and decorations.
A group of ten people sitting in a semi-circle in a cozy living room, engaging in a discussion or meeting, with some holding books or papers, in a warmly lit space with yellow walls and large windows.

Current Adult Groups

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Diving Deeper
Jan 4
Diving Deeper

A sermon is not meant to be a monologue, as if the preacher has all the answers and is pouring the information into us. Instead, a sermon is a spark to ever widening conversation. We trust, by Holy Spirit, God is doing many great things in all of us because of a sermon. In Diving Deeper, we sit with one another, share what we heard, listen to other perspectives, clarify misunderstandings, and grow the Kin-dom of God. Most Sundays after Fellowship.

Men’s Fellowship Group
Jan 5
Men’s Fellowship Group

Join us every Monday night starting in January for our Men’s Fellowship group. We will study “The Letters to the Galatians and Ephesians” by William Barclay. It’s a time for study, laughter and friendship.

Knit Unto Others
Jan 6
Knit Unto Others

Join our knitting group every Tuesday! Whether you are just learning or seasoned, join this group and get involved in the many projects they do for the local community and beyond!

Rev. Caitlan's Book Club
Jan 6
Rev. Caitlan's Book Club

Rev. Caitlan’s Book Club will be studying “Tears of Things” twice a month (1st and 3rd Tuesdays) till April! Join this group as they take turns hosting and studying together, learning and growing with each other.

Interpretations
Jan 7
Interpretations

Most of us don’t really know the Bible very well. It makes us vulnerable to it being misunderstood, misrepresented, or misused. On Wednesday mornings, this small group studies the scripture text for Sunday with our pastors. We go into the historical, political, contextual, literary aspects. Then we wonder what this text might be saying to us and our world today. Come grow in your knowledge and understanding of scripture, and help our pastors see God through your eyes. Most Wednesday mornings at 900am.

Spiritual Growth Group
Jan 8
Spiritual Growth Group

The Thursday Night Spiritual Growth Group is studying Parker Palmer's novel A Hidden Wholeness: Widening the Soul and Weaving Community in a Wounded World beginning on January 8 and continuing through March 12 (with March 19 as a weather make-up date).  In this book, Palmer “discusses a journey toward an undivided life through a circle of trust. He outlines the steps to listen to the soul. He teaches us how to crack open the system in order to no longer live a divided life.” If you’d like wisdom and company on your spiritual journey, this group is ready to welcome you. Most Thursdays, 730pm after “The Abbey” worship service.

Caregivers Group
Jan 13
Caregivers Group

If you are caring for loved ones, then you need care yourself. This community of caregivers led by a lifelong nurse shares stories only caregivers can understand. We support one another, and give one another grace and permission to live lives even while loving someone toward the end of theirs. Yes, you are welcome here.

Pub Theology
Jan 18
Pub Theology

The great reformers met down at the pub and debated scripture and theology. Together, in the common spaces with everyday folk, they realized errors in their interpretation of scripture, or their practice of religion. We continue that tradition by gathering in a local pub and doing some serious theological work. This season, we are studying Amy Jill Levines book “Jesus for Everybody” Heads up, we will tackle socio-political topics of today through Jesus, but we share a pint and appetizers while we do it.

Lenten Series
Feb 22
Lenten Series

Join us through the season of Lent every Sunday night for food, fellowship and study of Adam Hamilton’s “24 hours That Changed the World”.

Spiritual Growth Group
Apr 9
Spiritual Growth Group

The Thursday Night Spiritual Growth Group is studying Parker Palmer's novel A Hidden Wholeness: Widening the Soul and Weaving Community in a Wounded World beginning on January 8 and continuing through March 12 (with March 19 as a weather make-up date).  In this book, Palmer “discusses a journey toward an undivided life through a circle of trust. He outlines the steps to listen to the soul. He teaches us how to crack open the system in order to no longer live a divided life.” If you’d like wisdom and company on your spiritual journey, this group is ready to welcome you. Most Thursdays, 730pm after “The Abbey” worship service.