Adults
CCPC offers opportunities for you to participate in creative classes and activities that will help you grow in faith and Christian discipleship. We invite you to refresh your spirit, energize your body, and enjoy opportunities for fellowship and fun.
Adult Education classes on a variety of topics are taught on Sunday mornings during both services in the fall, winter, and spring. Occasional discussion forums are held on Sunday mornings. New classes are developed based on the interests of CCPC members and friends. A class for individuals interested in joining CCPC is offered on several times a year. Participants learn about the history, form and functioning of the Presbyterian denomination as well as about CCPC.
Winter Adult Ed Classes
Devotions and Healthy Living
January 8th to February 5th (Sundays)
9:30 AM in the Adult Ed Conference Room
Jackie Lindbeck will teach this course on
how our devotional life and healthy living habits work together to
contribute to our overall well-being, and how we can enhance that process. As a nurse educator of long experience, Jackie brings a lot of background knowledge and enthusiasm to this field.
Financial Peace University
January 14th—March 31st
10 AM to Noon in the Adult Ed Conference Room
This class is led by
Michelle Jones, a CCPC member and certified teacher from the
Dave Ramsey group that provides the materials. Previous attendees are welcome to return free of charge.
For information, contact Michelle Jones at 301-809-1121 or
Priscilla Bouic at 301-262-4906.
Women: Circles, Retreats, and Book Groups
Through the Presbyterian Women of the Church (PWOC), CCPC offers women opportunities for growing spiritually, developing joyous and caring friendships, and providing resources for our sisters and brother around the world through mission projects. We look forward to our retreat each spring to refresh and renew our spirits while meeting new sisters in Christ. We have an annual luncheon for all the women of the church at which time we celebrate the results of the election of a woman to Honorary Life Membership in Presbyterian Women, the national organization. Laurel Cox and Tracy Backus lead POWC for 2011-2012. Stimulating daytime and evening book groups provide opportunities to read and discuss books selected by the group.
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Circles
Because women have different needs and interests, and are at different places in their faith journey and participation in mission, CCPC’s PWOC offers nine circles. “Circles" are groups that provide a supportive community to respond to the needs of the women in our congregation. Programs are planned by members, and each offers a slightly different focus. Circles meet monthly with devotions, prayers, offering for women around the world, and a lesson. Many circles use the Horizons Bible Study materials developed by the Presbyterian Church.
So that all the women of the church have an opportunity to participate, some circles meet during the day and others meet in the evenings. “There’s always room for one more,” so contact the leader to learn more about a circle that you are interested in…or just show up for a meeting.
Charity Circle meets at 10:00 a.m. on the first Thursday of the month in the church parlor. Joy Bible leads this group of recently retired women in lively discussion, sharing, laughter, and study. “The welcome mat is always out.”
Covenant Circle, led by Jane Sumner, meets at 10:00 a.m. on the second Monday of the month in the CCPC parlor. These seniors have a strong network of caring relationships. They enjoy their time together, sharing and growing.
Discovery Circle meets on the second Sunday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the parlor. Lillian Cates leads this group of working women, many of whom have younger and older children. “We support each other unconditionally through life transitions, relationships, and challenges. We are always open to new members and ideas!”
Grace & Glory Circle meets on the fourth Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in members’ homes. Laurel Cox leads this energetic group of women, young and young at heart, who enjoy the fellowship of their sisters in Christ and learning from one another. “It's not always just about the lesson in the book.”
Hope Circle, led by Marjorie Tanner, meets in members’ homes at 10:00 a.m. on the third Monday of the month. These active retirees have a monthly mission project, such as collecting socks for the Community Café. The study materials spark stimulating discussions. They welcome new members into their fellowship.
Joy Circle meets the second Wednesday of the month at 1:00 p.m. in members’ homes. Nancy Phillips leads this group of mostly retired women who have lots of fun learning, sharing and growing together. “Come join the fun!” (December meeting is on the first Wednesday.)
New Hope Circle, led by Peggy Oates, meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in members’ homes. This diverse group of women in various stages of life appreciates learning together and supporting each other through the both the joys and tribulations of life.
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Women at CCPC look forward to the spring retreat as a time to grow in faith and community, often inviting family and friends to this inter generational gatherings.
Women's Retreat
Laughter for the Heart and Joy for the Soul
Friday, March 2 (after 4:00) through lunch on Sunday
Come to the retreat and learn more about increasing the laughter and joy in your life!
For all the details, please view the retreat flyer at
You can find a copy of the registration form at
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The Lady Tigers and Tiger Lilies are daytime and evening book groups for women. Members of the groups select books to read, study, and discuss together. The Lady Tigers, led by Anne Shelby and Bea Uehling, meet on the second and fourth Thursday mornings at 10:00 in the parlor. The Tiger Lilies, led by Andrea Brassard, meet on the first and third Mondays at 7:30 p.m. in the parlor. New members are welcome! If interested in joining, contact the leaders to find out the current book selection.
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The Paper Tigers is a men’s group of CCPC members and friends who meet weekly on Wednesday mornings from 8:00 to 10:00 in the Junior High classroom to enjoy a light breakfast, social time, and open and stimulating discussion of a book chosen by the group. We typically read a chapter a week. Group leadership is shared on a rotating basis. We have about 20 men who attend regularly and welcome anyone who is interested. Call Jim Woods if you have questions.
CCPC participates in the Bowie Interfaith Church Softball League during the spring and fall. Men of the church along with family and friends play the men from other churches at Allen Pond. The softball team is always looking for new players so if you are interested in joining the team, look for announcements in The Caller in September for the fall season and April for the spring season.
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Christian fellowship is an integral part of our life together at CCPC. We grow in faith and community through ongoing activities and programs as well as special events such as crab feasts. Coffee and light refreshments are available in Dodds Hall beginning at 10:20 on Sunday mornings. This is a great opportunity to chat with friends and meet visitors.
There are nine circles for women, each with a unique constituency and traditions, which meet on different times and days. Men and women participate in book study groups as well as classes on Sunday mornings and during the week. Munchin Luncheon meets on the second Monday of the month at 11:30 in Dodds Hall for fellowship and a catered lunch. The Gadabouts meet monthly in the conference room at noon on the first Tuesday for lunch and fellowship. They take day trips to places like New York City and Lancaster to see plays or other events.
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Health & Healing
Health & Healing meets on Tuesday mornings 9:30-12:00 in the parlor, September through May, with a modified schedule for summer months. There is time for laughter, sharing, exercise and study followed by a worship service that includes an opportunity for the laying on of hands. 9:30-Sharing 10:00 Exercise 10:45 Book Study 11:30 Worship You are invited to come for any portion. Questions? Contact Doris Kobe.
Softball
CCPC participates in the Bowie Interfaith Church Softball League during the spring and fall. Men of the church along with family and friends play the men from other churches at Allen Pond. The softball team is always looking for new players so if you are interested in joining the team, look for announcements in The Caller in September for the fall season and April for the spring season
Yoga
CCPC members Linda Miller and Ann Evankovich have created a welcoming space in the Community Education building to restore peace and tranquility to our busy lives. Linda and Ann offer yoga classes, Reiki healing, art workshops and meditation events. They also provide a space for others to offer special classes like John Rogel's Ki Gong, Sheree Ruhl's mandala workshops and much more. Many events are free, scholarships are also available. Check their website for times and dates. www.imaginetheplace.com
Prayer/Study
If you are interested in delving into spiritual topics along with a small group of seekers, we would welcome you to join us. We meet at 7:00 on the first and third Sunday evenings at the home of Doris Kobe, September through May with a modified schedule in the summer. The group selects a book to read aloud and discuss. We spend the last fifteen minutes in prayer and meditation, focusing on prayer requests from the congregation as well as on world concerns. Doris Kobe leads the group and welcomes your questions.
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