Events

*Women’s Prayer

  You are a invited to join an informal women’s prayer time on Sunday mornings, whenever you are available. We meet between 9-9:15 a.m. (before Sunday Morning Classes) if you want to chat, and we start praying at 9:15. You’ll find us behind the Welcome Desk, in the couch area to the left as you come in the main front doors of the church building (before you go into the sanctuary). If you are late, just slip in and join us anyway. We […]

*Sunday Morning Classes | Session Four

The Story of David & Absalom Andrew Carlson | S212The Bible calls David a “man after God’s heart” (1 Sam 13:14 & Acts 13:22). Still, David faced significant difficulties in life and in parenting. Together we will study the loving,  painful relationship David had with his adult son Absalom. Our goal will be to learn and grow in our relationship with our heavenly Father and with our earthly family. The Mission of God’s PeopleChris Garrett | Room S202Who are we as God’s people and what are we […]

*Worship

Location: Sanctuary

*Souper Sunday Lunch

All are welcome to join us for lunch each week after Sunday’s worship service for a great bowl of soup down in our kitchen! Bring your family, your friends, or just yourself and enjoy some time getting to know others in this community. Families planning to come usually contribute a soup or side to share, but feel free to just come and join even if you have nothing to bring! We’d love to see you there. Contact: Mark Whipple

Event Series Widow’s Lunch

Widow’s Lunch

If you are a widow, we'd like to invite you to join our monthly informal lunch at Jason's Deli on the first Sunday of each month right after worship. We gather together to share our stories and to experience the hope we have in Christ. All widows are warmly invited. For more information, contact Gail Stepp (919-545-1034) or Jackie Brown (404-917-3958).

*Widow’s Lunch

If you are a widow, we’d like to invite you to join our monthly informal lunch at Jason’s Deli on the first Sunday of each month right after worship. We gather together to share our stories and to experience the hope we have in Christ. All widows are warmly invited. For more information, contact Gail Stepp (919-545-1034) or Jackie Brown (404-917-3958).

*Young Adults Souper Sunday Lunch

Calling all young adults! We’ll join the Souper Sunday crew for lunch right after worship. Join us for this potluck meal. Bringing a soup or side is always welcome, but coming either way is more important!Want to join the GroupMe or have other questions? Contact: Julie Trollinger

*“A Taste of CGS” after Worship

Are you new to our church and looking to connect with others, or to learn more about our church? Join us at the Whipple’s house after worship on Sunday, April 27 from 12:15-1:15 p.m. for “A Taste of CGS.” We will serve you a delicious lunch, you’ll meet some amazing people, and ministry leaders will share briefly about our desires for our ministry and opportunities for you to take next steps into our community. 

*New “Legacy” Ministry Luncheon

Join us for lunch and a discussion about our new ministry for folks 55 and older here at CGS. We’ll meet on Sunday, May 4 at 12:15 p.m. in Room S212. Questions? Contact Bob Burns. RSVP for this lunch!

*Boys Run Club

Boys Run Club is a community-run group open to boys in 2nd-5th grade in Chapel Hill, Durham, and surrounding areas. Practicesbegin on Tuesday, March 11, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Participants will meet in the parking lot at the Church of theGood Shepherd. Our goal is to help the students build endurance, improve personal fitness, and gain con-fidence by training for and running a race. We also incorporate lessons on how to be a good friend andmember of the community. Register today. Questions? Contact Jenny Bodnar.

*Women’s Spring Bible Study

You are invited to join other women to study the book of Colossians in seven lessons this spring! Email Julie Burson, Women’s Ministry Director, to RSVP or ask questions before March 20. Join us for either study:Wednesdays, 9:00-10:30 a.m. | 3/26-5/14 (Taking a break on 4/16) Fridays, 12:30-2:00 p.m. | 3/28-5/16 (Taking a break on 4/18)  Purchase your own study guide from Amazon or New Growth Press and bring it and a Bible with you to each session. There is no additional fee for this study and no childcare will be provided (infants are welcome to attend […]

*Weekly Prayer Meeting

Location: CGS Conference Room or via Zoom. Email Chris Garrett for the Zoom link.

*The Gray Havens Concert

We are thrilled to welcome The Gray Havens back to CGS for a special concert on May 7, at 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 7:00 p.m.). This year, they’re bringing friends along for their Zion Caravan Tour featuring John Mark Pantana, Antoine Bradford, and LOVKN – an incredible group of musicians and followers of Christ. This will be an evening of music and fellowship you wont want to miss! Tickets are on sale now! See their website for details, and grab your tickets before they sell out. Questions? Reach out to Matt McClure.

*Women’s Evening Bible Study

Our Wednesday evening study resumes on January 15 and will meet weekly from 7:30-9:00 p.m. throughout the Spring. We will begin a study of Hebrews, “Better” by Jen Wilkin. Newcomers welcome! Contact Lauren Parish with any questions.

*Men in Prayer

Join fellow CGS dads in prayer as we lift each other & our families up to the Father. Questions? Email Josh Briscoe. We gather over a weekly zoom call on Wednesday nights at 8:30 p.m.

*High School Boys Bible Study

High School Boys Bible Study: Meets Thursdays from 6:45-7:45 a.m. at Bojangles on Garrett Rd. Contact: Spencer Johnson

*Men’s Friday Morning Bible Study

Men of CGS, If we want to be more of who God wants us to be, we need each other. Experience intergenerational relationship and encouragement as we learn and apply God’s Word to our lives together. Come join us at 7:00am in the church Commons for coffee and Bible study with a group of men. We use the ESV “Knowing the Bible Series” study by Dane Ortlund.  Contact Joseph Scanlon with any questions.  

*Women’s Spring Bible Study

You are invited to join other women to study the book of Colossians in seven lessons this spring! Email Julie Burson, Women’s Ministry Director, to RSVP or ask questions before March 20. Join us for either study:Wednesdays, 9:00-10:30 a.m. | 3/26-5/14 (Taking a break on 4/16) Fridays, 12:30-2:00 p.m. | 3/28-5/16 (Taking a break on 4/18)  Purchase your own study guide from Amazon or New Growth Press and bring it and a Bible with you to each session. There is no additional fee for this study and no childcare will be provided (infants are welcome to attend […]

*CGS Children’s Community Choir Concert

Join us for an evening concert with all of our CGS Children’s Community Choirs, from 7:00 -8:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary! Questions? Contact Matt McClure.