Dear Eastside,
Did you know that small groups are at the heart of our denomination's history? When the pietist movement began in the late 1600s, earnest Christians were hungry to gather in more intimate and dialogical ways outside of Sunday worship services. So, they formed smaller groups called conventicles to discuss the scriptures further, deepen their faith, and support one another in their Christian walk.
As we press into the vision to consecrate ourselves to spiritual formation, forming our own 'conventicles' is a key way in which we can deepen connections with each other, think and discuss biblically about different relevant topics, and encourage each other in this world to keep the faith.
Starting in September, our small groups will meet on select Sunday afternoons from 3:30-5:30 and run through early November. Take a look below to find one right for you! Each one has its own group on our church app messaging or you can contact the facilitator directly using the contact info provided.
Love,
Pastor Kirsten
Did you know that small groups are at the heart of our denomination's history? When the pietist movement began in the late 1600s, earnest Christians were hungry to gather in more intimate and dialogical ways outside of Sunday worship services. So, they formed smaller groups called conventicles to discuss the scriptures further, deepen their faith, and support one another in their Christian walk.
As we press into the vision to consecrate ourselves to spiritual formation, forming our own 'conventicles' is a key way in which we can deepen connections with each other, think and discuss biblically about different relevant topics, and encourage each other in this world to keep the faith.
Starting in September, our small groups will meet on select Sunday afternoons from 3:30-5:30 and run through early November. Take a look below to find one right for you! Each one has its own group on our church app messaging or you can contact the facilitator directly using the contact info provided.
Love,
Pastor Kirsten
Migration: Experiencing God's care for immigrants
When: Select Sunday nights 3:30-5:30
Where: ECC
Facilitators: Jonny and Michelle Wu (wu_taitai@icloud.com)
Hear from diverse perspectives, explore beautiful art and story, and receive the invitation that scripture extends to understand and care for the experience of the migrant so that our church can grow together in love, justice, and community.
Where: ECC
Facilitators: Jonny and Michelle Wu (wu_taitai@icloud.com)
- Where are examples of migration in scripture?
- How should we prioritize care for immigrants?
- What is our own family's story of migration?
- How can our community be faithful to God's teachings?
Hear from diverse perspectives, explore beautiful art and story, and receive the invitation that scripture extends to understand and care for the experience of the migrant so that our church can grow together in love, justice, and community.
Mental Health: Experiencing God's care for our mind, body and spirit
When: Select Sunday nights 3:30-5:30
Where: ECC
Facilitators: Ash Moiseenko (ashlyn.moiseenko@gmail.com)
Each week spend time with ECC family discussing insights from science, digging into scripture, exploring art and justice so that we can grow together in love and be formed deeply!
Where: ECC
Facilitators: Ash Moiseenko (ashlyn.moiseenko@gmail.com)
- How can I love and support those in my life with mental health challenges?
- What is the role of the church?
- What does scripture teach about mental and emotional struggles?
- How can we communally move forward in practices that encourage health in mind, body, and spirit?
Each week spend time with ECC family discussing insights from science, digging into scripture, exploring art and justice so that we can grow together in love and be formed deeply!
A Crazy, Holy Grace : The healing power of pain and memory
When: Select Sunday nights 3:30-5:30
Where: ECC
Facilitators: Carol Peterson (auntbunny1026@aol.com)
Where: ECC
Facilitators: Carol Peterson (auntbunny1026@aol.com)
- Why does it seem as if God is silent in the midst of pain?
- How can my story reveal the mystery of God's mercy?
- Would it be meaningful to connect with other women around their stories?
Coming up...
Men's Group
meets Wednesday the 27th at ECC at 6pm
Women's Group - meets this Sunday the 24th from 1:-2:30 at Judy Maybell's house.
Fifth Sunday - August 31
Often when there are five Sundays in a month, we will observe it by having a 'scaled back' worship service to ensure rest for our amazing volunteers. Come ready for acoustic worship, kid friendly service, and to grab a friend for lunch afterwards because we will not have our usual coffee hour.
Memorial service - A former member of Eastside, Mark Brown, passed away earlier this year. His memorial service will be held at Faith Christian Church in Oro Valley. You may reach out to Jackie if you would like to RSVP or receive more information.
meets Wednesday the 27th at ECC at 6pm
Women's Group - meets this Sunday the 24th from 1:-2:30 at Judy Maybell's house.
Fifth Sunday - August 31
Often when there are five Sundays in a month, we will observe it by having a 'scaled back' worship service to ensure rest for our amazing volunteers. Come ready for acoustic worship, kid friendly service, and to grab a friend for lunch afterwards because we will not have our usual coffee hour.
Memorial service - A former member of Eastside, Mark Brown, passed away earlier this year. His memorial service will be held at Faith Christian Church in Oro Valley. You may reach out to Jackie if you would like to RSVP or receive more information.
Connect Online
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Click here to find out out to get the app on your phone
Click here to learn how to log-in to begin using group messaging
