Like most churches and organizations, we have programs to facilitate connection. However, as a relationship-driven body of believers, we won’t first point you to a program or a committee…we will introduce you to a person. The links to right are offered only to give you an idea of the fellowship and service opportunities available at CCARE.
Hospitality in the New Testament seems to be less about specific programs and activities, but instead stresses the importance of welcoming those unknown to us and less known by us. Christ Church at River’s Edge (CCARE) seeks to encourage relationships and to root relationships in Jesus Christ and His church. With this in mind, we regularly organize meals and special events to encourage fellowship among our members and visitors as well as the surrounding community such as:
Four times each year (and on special occasions), CCARE hosts a lunch after Sunday worship in the fellowship hall downstairs. The church provides the meal. Don’t worry about the food, there is always plenty. Just walk down the stairs (through the door to the left of the pulpit for a casual time of sharing and fellowship.
On the rest of Sundays, after worship, we hope you will stay for some refreshments and fellowship. We hope you won’t simply see this time as your reward for sitting through the sermon, but as another opportunity to speak with members and visitors; to meet someone you don’t know, to make initial connections with others that we hope will express hospitality, while encouraging a sense of community and family.