Upcoming Events
Congregation Council
Saturday, Feb. 14, 9:00-10:30 am Gathering Area Congregation members are always welcome to join the monthly Council Meeting. For more information, contact Jeff. Jambalaya Jazz Worship and Fat Saturday Dinner Saturday, February 14 Worship 5:00 pm, followed by dinner at 6:00 pm Join us for a unique, New Orleans jazz-style worship service led by the Jambalaya Jazz Band. A special Cajun-inspired Fat Saturday Dinner will follow worship. Menu includes jambalaya, bourbon chicken, pulled pork, salad, coleslaw, cornbread, and, of course - king cake (and other tasty desserts)! All are welcome! Learn more and make a reservation for dinner here. Rachel Circle Tuesday, Feb. 17, 6:30 - 9:00 pm Gathering Area Rachel Circle is a ministry of the Women of the ELCA (WELCA) of CtK. Join for fellowship, bible study and service. All women are welcome! For more information, contact Kathy. Ash Wednesday Observances Curbside Ashes and Communion Wednesday, Feb. 18, 11 am - noon Receive imposition of ashes, communion and prayer without getting out of your car. Just drive up to the front entry and Pastor Matt and your ministry team will serve you. Community members are welcome! Ash Wednesday Worship Wednesday, Feb. 18, 7:00 pm Ash Wednesday service with imposition of ashes, communion and choir music. Community Harvest Garden Kickoff Meeting Thursday, Feb. 19, 6:30-8:00 pm Gathering Area Community Harvest Gardeners and Volunteers gather to discuss the upcoming growing season. For more information, contact Ramona. Grapevine Adult Fellowship Friday, Feb. 20, 7:00-9:00 pm Connect with friends for dessert, games and lively conversation at this relaxed social gathering. Bring a favorite game if you wish! Contact Ellen for more information. Faith, Friends & Fun Sunday, Feb. 22, 4:00-6:30 pm Gathering Area All are welcome to this monthly children and youth faith formation program designed for children of all ages - from 1 to 17. We will gather for a snack, enjoy story time and activities, then close with song and prayer. Parents are invited to stay with their kids for this intergenerational program! For more information, contact Pastor Matt. Lenten Deep Dive: "Follow Me" Thursdays, Feb. 26 - March 26, 6:00-7:15 pm Gathering Area What does it mean to be a follower of Jesus? What can Jesus' disciples teach us about being disciples today? Dive deep into our Lenten theme and enrich your Lenten journey. For more information, contact Pastor Matt. Music with a Mission: Coffeehouse Concert with DuoMente Friday, Feb. 27, 7:00 pm Warm up with an evening coffeehouse chamber concert of lively and expressive piano trio music in a relaxed setting. This "Winter Cafe" program brings together folk-inspired melodies, jazz-inflected rhythms, and the passion of tango. Free and open to the community; donations benefit SELF (Supports to Encourage Low-income Families). For more information, contact Kathryn. Weekly Opportunities: Lectionary Bible Study Tuesdays, 10:00 am Gathering Area Join Pastor Matt in study and discussion of the coming week’s readings for worship. Contact Pastor Matt for more information. Curbside Communion Wednesdays, 11:00 am - noon Everyone is welcome to stop by for mid-week communion under the awning. Drive up, walk up, ride up. Community is welcome. For more information, contact Pastor Matt. Choir Thursdays, 7:15-8:30 pm (no rehearsal Feb. 19) Sanctuary All voices welcome, no experience necessary. Choir rehearses Thursday evening and sings 3-4 times per month in worship services. No commitment required, just come sing as you are able! For more information, contact Denise Simpson. Men's Breakfast Saturdays, 8:00 am Frisch’s, 8545 Cincinnati Dayton Road Join for fellowship and great conversation. For more information, contact Bob. |
Serving Our Neighbors
Feed Our Neighbors in Need
February 7 - March 1 We are partnering this month with Faith Alliance to Feed Our Neighbors in Need. Here is a list of high-need items requested by Faith Community United Methodist Food Pantry.
Pick up a bag in the Gathering Area if you wish. Food drive concludes on Sunday, March 1. For more information, contact Susan. Family Promise
Join with faith communities from around Butler County in providing temporary housing for homeless families. Families stay at Christ the King several times a year for a week at a time. You are invited to participate by setting up/taking down bedrooms, preparing meals, helping with homework, spending the night with families, and caring for linens. Learn more about Family Promise. Contact Susan for more information. Stepping Forward Community Dinners
Second Tuesday of alternating months Christ the King volunteers join with Faith Alliance volunteers to prepare food, host dinner, clean up, and read to children at Faith Community United Methodist Church six times each year. Stepping Forward is a weekly program that provides not just a meal, but specific skills, tools, and support so that community members can move out of poverty to a higher level of self sufficiency. Learn more about Stepping Forward. 
Little Free Library
Christ the King is home to a Little Free Library. Inside you'll find books for kids, youth, and adults. Come by and take a book or two home with you! You are also welcome to donate a book if you wish. > LEARN MORE |
