Events
CPC News
Save the Date!
Fall Kick-off
Sunday, September 8
Join us for fun games, a cake walk, bounce house, carnival snacks and make it/take it crafts.
There will also be volunteers from all of CPC's varied programs stationed at information tables to answer all of your questions about getting involved with your church family.
Celebrating and Thanking
Jason Hill, Church Musician
Sunday, September 22
We are thrilled for this new opportunity for Jason AND we’ll miss him! We celebrate that he has two new jobs as Collaborative Pianist for a large high school choir program and as the Worship Leader at a progressive United Methodist Church in Muskegon, MI.
September 22 is his last day with us in worship. Let’s express our gratitude to Jason for 4.5 years of amazing music and a deepening of our connection to God. Please plan to stay for cake. Baskets are available for your cards and gifts of thanks to Jason.
CPC Events for Youth, Kids and Families
CPC Kids Faith Formation
Visitors always welcome!
3yrs - 5th grade
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CPC Kids Faith Formation
During Worship
On Sundays, we invite children to Grace Space, an inclusive space for children to utilize during worship. It is located on the north side of the Sanctuary, in front of the chancel.
There will be 2-3 Faith Formation volunteers sitting with the kids to help them navigate the worship service. Parents are welcome to sit nearby! The children will stay in the sanctuary for the entire worship service on Communion Sundays and various other Sundays. The remaining Sundays of the month they will start in worship service. After "Growing with God" time during worship they will be invited to go to room 6 on the lower level for Faith Formation.
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For the latest CPC Kids happenings, check out the CPC Thursday E-blast, the weekly CPC Kids email or visit the Events page
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This Sunday, September 8!
Join us for the first week of the program year as we talk about who is welcome at God's table, the communion table.
During Growing with God we will discuss the importance of welcoming all who want to join us at God's table. Don't forget, it's Communion Sunday so the kids will remain in worship for the full service!
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The Nursery will be staffed next on September 8.
Families can drop off their little ones in the nursery to be cared for by our volunteers. It is located across from the church office on the main floor.
**The Nursery is always open and available for use, even when not staffed by our volunteers. Livestream of the worship service is available in the Nursery! (Click HERE for more details on Nursery care).
Questions? Want to receive the CPC Kid's weekly email?
Contact Kristin Duy, Director of Children and Family Ministries at kduy@chcpc.org
Visit the CPC Kids website page for details on Kids Faith Formation at CPC
CPC Kids Faith Formation Fall Registration
Children 3 yrs-5th grade
We have a wonderful year of Sunday faith formation class, service projects and special events planned for your child. Scan the QR code or click on the button to register your child and plan on a wonderful year filled with faith, fun and fellowship!
CPC Youth
Grades 6-12
Important Upcoming Program Dates:
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​NOW: Register Today for Fall Youth Programs! (See below)
09/08: Middle School Youth and High School Cubes begin at 5:00pm
09/14-15: High School Cubes Fall Lock-In
9/15: No Cubes or Middle School evening programs
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If you would like to be connected to youth ministry or added to our youth ministry weekly email list, please email youth@chcpc.org!
For more program details visit our CPC Youth page!
Youth Registration is OPEN
for middle school and high school youth!
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Thank you to all the middle and high school youth who have already registered!
For those who have not yet registered, there is still time and we would love to have you! We have great leaders for both Cubes and Middle School and exciting activities are being developed. Programs start September 8 at 5pm
Online registration is open! Please register on our online church database, Realm. We will still need hard copies of the media/medical release form which can be downloaded from the registration portal. If you have registered at CPC at any point over the last few years, your information is already in Realm.
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If you are new to CPC programs or have questions about Realm, please contact Stephanie Rens-Domiano to get started!
Fall Lock-In for High School Cubes
September 14th, 11:30am - September 15, 10:30am
Mark your calendar for a Fall Lock-In at CPC for Cubes! There will be a mobile escape room! After the lock-in youth will attend service together!
If you can only come for part of it, that's totally okay. Just let Alyssa know when you can be there, so we know when to expect you! We will lock-in for real starting at 8pm.
CPC Events for Adults
Presbyterian Women presents
Art in Creativity and Spiritual Development
Tuesday, September 3, 12:30 pm
Join us in welcoming Rev. Jess Scholten, former pastor of River Glen Presbyterian Church in Naperville, currently Associate Pastor at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Madison, WI as she gives us her perspective on art and creativity in spiritual development. Plan on creating and “enjoying the process of art without worrying about the outcome.”
Watercolors and brushes will be provided-or bring your own. This will be fun. There will be light refreshments before the meeting. See you all there!
Location: Fellowship Hall
Presbyterian Women presents
Tracing Frank Loyd Wright's Style Evolution
Walking Tour in Oak Park
Tuesday, October 1, 10:30 pm
“Walking Tour of Frank Lloyd Wright’s homes in Oak Park” with Donna Gabanski. Donna is a Wright expert and tour director at the Chicago Architecture Center (CAC). She will point out the special architectural features of these homes that merit calling them “prairie style.” Space is limited, so sign up soon.
There is a small fee of $5.00 requested at the door for this tour.
There is parking available at the starting point of the tour so we can offer to carpool or meet at the tour start. If carpooling, everyone is to meet in the church parking lot at 9:45 a.m. Tuesday, October 1.
Please register by September 10
Read * Pray * Share
Begins September 19
Thursdays, 9:00 - 10:30 am
​Currently Reading: Inspired: Slaying Giants, Walking on Water, and Loving the Bible Again by Rachel Held Evans.
Are you looking for a group where literature and Biblical discussion come together? This curious and insightful group meets at CPC from 9:00 - 10:30 am on Thursdays from September to the end of May. They begin each meeting by sharing life updates, joys and concerns and then pray together (20 minutes) and then we discuss the reading for 70 minutes.
Books are available in the church office along with a reading schedule. If you wish, you may donate $11 to cover the cost of the book.
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We welcome all to join the group. No one can make it every week, so come when you can! Contact Pastor Beth for more information
Location: In person in the Chapel and on Zoom
Circle of Voices Women's Book Club
3rd Wed of the month Sept-June 9:30am
September 18: We will discuss "Demon Copperfield" by Barbara Kingsolver
All are welcome to join the discussion, even if you have not finished or read the book. The book is available at the Clarendon Hills Library. Traditionally we enjoy lunch together at a local restaurant. For more information visit the Interest Group Page.
Location: Gathering Room
50+ Friends Brunch
September 29
Following Worship
​​The CPC Fabulous Kitchen Crew and Older Adult Ministry are planning a delectable meal for the 50+ Friends group.
Join us in Fellowship Hall following worship, for lunch and always wonderful fellowship. No reservations necessary.
Mission Opportunities
News of the Amos Group
Let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream. Amos 5:24
Please send your questions, ideas or comments to Gregg Morton.
Music News: Chancel and Bell Choir Info
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Fall Choir begins September 4th and 5th!​
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Chancel Choir meets on Wednesday evenings at 7:00PM (Chancel) (Beginning on September 4)
Clarion Bells meets on Thursday evenings at 7:00PM (Basement) (Beginning on September 5)
Both groups have membership of varying musical levels - we will find a place for you!
Join us for a great year of music making and singing (and playing) praises to the Lord! See the Music Ministries page for more info or contact Christopher Cock, Director of Music Ministries for more information and rehearsal questions.
Meal-a-Month Bag!
Food Pantries are in desperate need. Fill a bag with grocery items to be donated to Hinsdale Community Services. The suggested menu is:
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Cereal & Pancake Mix
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Peanut Butter & Jelly
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Rice, Beans
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Canned Soup
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Canned Tuna or Chicken
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Mac & Cheese
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Shampoo, Conditioner
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Laundry Soap, Dish Soap
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Paper Products
Any non-perishable items will be most welcome! Pick up a bag in the narthex or use your own and return to CPC. Thank you for your generous donations.
Prepackaged Communion Delivery
Worshipping from home? Would you appreciate having communion juice and wafer delivered to you so you have communion elements ready to use during online worship? We are happy to bring you a supply of prepackaged communion elements. Please click here to email Pastor Beth and we'll deliver to your home!
Visiting CPC?
Welcome!
We believe feeling welcome is foundational for members and visitors to be open to the journey of lifelong faith formation and growth. If you’ve felt a sense of welcome at CPC and are curious in learning more about us, reach out to Ingrid Ellithorpe, Community Connector or call the office at 630-323-6522.
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA)
aids disaster victims all around the world
Click here for more info and ways to offer your support. You can also donate directly HERE