Small Groups
Spirit Feast
These three groups, open to all who identify as women, meet monthly for dinner, sharing, and spiritual sustenance. If you are interested in joining the Spirit Feast community, check with the contact people from each group to see if they are currently able to extend invitations to new members: Laura Hostetler lauraelainehostetler at gmail.com, Liz Dyrst lmdyrst at gmail.com, Jody Schmidt, jdy.schmdt at gmail.com
Men’s Groups
Men’s group, open to all who identify as men, meets at the church following worship on the second Sunday of every month to explore friendship and spirituality as men. Aiming for a conversation that is open and honest, the group asks participants to maintain a high level of confidentiality and a commitment to make participation in the group a scheduling priority. Check with the contact person to see if the group is currently able to extend invitations to new members: Mark Frey, markefrey at cpt.org.
Beer Group
Periodically beer lovers gather to share favorite brews, to hang out, and to share food and/or snacks. Gatherings move around the city and are hosted by various church members. Most months feature a particular type of beer, IPAs or hefeweizens or stouts, etc. All are welcome to join in anytime. Contact: Chris Bohlander, zemirchris at gmail.com.
Ultimate Frisbee
Each Sunday afternoon, some from CCMC gather with a larger group to play Ultimate Frisbee at Arrigo Park, near UIC. The official start time is 3:00 p.m. during daylight savings and 2:30 p.m. during the colder months, but in reality frisbee usually starts about 30 minutes late! Frisbee happens year-round, rain or shine, sleet or snow. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Contact: Justin Hochstetler, justinhochstetler at gmail.com.
Dads’ Group
CCMC dads, young and old, new and experienced, are invited to join this group for fun, fellowship, and free-flowing discussion about raising kids in Chicagoland. Contact: Mark Vanderhoff mdvanderhoff at yahoo.com
Northside Sunday Lunch
This group gets together for lunch after a Sunday service usually once a quarter - somewhere in either Rogers Park or Edgewater - and is open to all! To be added to the mailing list contact Spencer Foon, sfoon45 at yahoo.com
Hiking Group
Interested in exploring natural areas in the Chicago area? (Yes, they exist!) All abilities and ages welcome as we work our way through 60 strolls, excursions, hikes, and treks within 60 miles of the city. Don't forget sturdy footwear, water, bug protection, and a spirit of wonder! Contact Colleen if you are ready to join, follow, lead, and explore: crhamilton.abroad at gmail.com
Intentional Circles (support groups)
CCMC has a strong tradition of collective pastoral care, and Intentional Circles are an important part of our life together. These ad hoc groups form around an individual or family to listen, aid discernment and offer wisdom during difficult times. Groups have formed around those who are grieving, separating from partners, discerning job transitions, or struggling with mental health, as just a few examples. If you would like to explore forming a group for yourself or a loved one, contact the Prayer and Care Team
Other occasional groups
Don’t feel like you fit in any of these groups? Want to do something new, in company with others? Over the years, we have convened small groups for a variety of topics and activities: Bible study, reading spiritual books together, exploring death & dying, grief support, singles of all ages, studies on peace and conflict resolution, learning new music to share in worship. If you would like to explore convening a group, CCMC is a great place to follow your passion in doing so!
These three groups, open to all who identify as women, meet monthly for dinner, sharing, and spiritual sustenance. If you are interested in joining the Spirit Feast community, check with the contact people from each group to see if they are currently able to extend invitations to new members: Laura Hostetler lauraelainehostetler at gmail.com, Liz Dyrst lmdyrst at gmail.com, Jody Schmidt, jdy.schmdt at gmail.com
Men’s Groups
Men’s group, open to all who identify as men, meets at the church following worship on the second Sunday of every month to explore friendship and spirituality as men. Aiming for a conversation that is open and honest, the group asks participants to maintain a high level of confidentiality and a commitment to make participation in the group a scheduling priority. Check with the contact person to see if the group is currently able to extend invitations to new members: Mark Frey, markefrey at cpt.org.
Beer Group
Periodically beer lovers gather to share favorite brews, to hang out, and to share food and/or snacks. Gatherings move around the city and are hosted by various church members. Most months feature a particular type of beer, IPAs or hefeweizens or stouts, etc. All are welcome to join in anytime. Contact: Chris Bohlander, zemirchris at gmail.com.
Ultimate Frisbee
Each Sunday afternoon, some from CCMC gather with a larger group to play Ultimate Frisbee at Arrigo Park, near UIC. The official start time is 3:00 p.m. during daylight savings and 2:30 p.m. during the colder months, but in reality frisbee usually starts about 30 minutes late! Frisbee happens year-round, rain or shine, sleet or snow. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Contact: Justin Hochstetler, justinhochstetler at gmail.com.
Dads’ Group
CCMC dads, young and old, new and experienced, are invited to join this group for fun, fellowship, and free-flowing discussion about raising kids in Chicagoland. Contact: Mark Vanderhoff mdvanderhoff at yahoo.com
Northside Sunday Lunch
This group gets together for lunch after a Sunday service usually once a quarter - somewhere in either Rogers Park or Edgewater - and is open to all! To be added to the mailing list contact Spencer Foon, sfoon45 at yahoo.com
Hiking Group
Interested in exploring natural areas in the Chicago area? (Yes, they exist!) All abilities and ages welcome as we work our way through 60 strolls, excursions, hikes, and treks within 60 miles of the city. Don't forget sturdy footwear, water, bug protection, and a spirit of wonder! Contact Colleen if you are ready to join, follow, lead, and explore: crhamilton.abroad at gmail.com
Intentional Circles (support groups)
CCMC has a strong tradition of collective pastoral care, and Intentional Circles are an important part of our life together. These ad hoc groups form around an individual or family to listen, aid discernment and offer wisdom during difficult times. Groups have formed around those who are grieving, separating from partners, discerning job transitions, or struggling with mental health, as just a few examples. If you would like to explore forming a group for yourself or a loved one, contact the Prayer and Care Team
Other occasional groups
Don’t feel like you fit in any of these groups? Want to do something new, in company with others? Over the years, we have convened small groups for a variety of topics and activities: Bible study, reading spiritual books together, exploring death & dying, grief support, singles of all ages, studies on peace and conflict resolution, learning new music to share in worship. If you would like to explore convening a group, CCMC is a great place to follow your passion in doing so!
