Prepare to immerse yourself in an exciting evening as we eagerly anticipate the return of multi-media artist and storyteller Bill Hager and his talented troupe to Church of the Apostles on October 21^st at 7PM. Join us in the sanctuary for a special double feature premiere of two captivating tales.

During this event, Mr. Hager will enchant us with the tales of Medusa and the Pearl of Poseidon” and “Brigid O’Callahan and the Turquoise Prince”. Following the storytelling, he will provide insights into the intricate behind-the-scenes process that brought these oral and photographic stories to life. Don’t miss this unique and enlightening experience.

Save the date! Join fellow COA members for a potluck lunch in Fellowship Hall after the 10AM service on Sunday, October 22nd. The newly formed Compassion Team will share valuable insights, fostering conversations with their team members. Additionally, the Implementation Team will update us on our journey towards realizing our Vision and Mission, as well as other ongoing activities.

The Parish Life Commission will supply drinks. Please bring a dish based on your last name:

· A-G: Salad or Side Dish

· H-P: Main Course or Casserole

· Q-Z: Dessert

Drop off your dished in the kitchen or Narthex prior to our service, where carts will be available for transport. RSVP on Realm‘ or by calling the church office to let us know you’re coming.

Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 21^st, from 4-6PM as we proudly present our 2^nd annual Halloween Costume Parade & Party! The excitement begins in the Church parking lot, where our enchanting costume parade will set off through Homestead Village, delighting members and residents along the route.

The parade will conclude in Rader Park with live music, a bicycle raffle, ice-cream, yard games, crafts, tractor rides, and more for everyone to enjoy! This event warmly welcomes the public, so extend an invitation to friends and family. Register on Realm at: tinyurl.com/2ParadeParty to help us plan accordingly. Let’s make this year’s Halloween celebration unforgettable!

Do you want to meet more members of our congregation? Join the Dining Around group. You can join as an individual, a couple or a family. The groups will be for approximately 8 people and will share 4 meals together over a 6-month period starting in October 2023. The groups will be randomly selected. The meals can be anywhere—someone’s home, a park, or a restaurant. Please sign up in Realm or by contacting the church office.

Register on Realm: Click Here

Melissa Koehler from Hillcrest Pharmacy will be giving flu and Covid-19 shots at COA on Sunday, September 17th starting at 11AM in the Parlor. Please call the office or register on Realm if interested so she knows how many to prepare for. We look forward to continuing to keep our church and community healthy!