This summer, we’re launching a new series as a spin-off of Stories Among Us with a focused theme: Practicing Our Faith. This series will highlight voices from within our community, sharing how each of us embodies spiritual practices in everyday life. Spiritual Practices are concrete activities to engage in to open ourselves to the transforming presence of God and Embodiment Sunday(s) will offer guided ways to step into these practices together.

Flourishing Neighborhood Index (FNI) Updates

We identified three key priority areas when we launched the Activation phase for FNI: Community Gathering Spaces, Lighting and Sidewalks, and Access to Food Resources. Since the last update, Coe College students have completed a capstone project to assist with Community Gathering Spaces. See the full report in an upcoming newsletter.

In the meantime, two projects are getting underway this summer. 

• Chain Reaction Bike Hub will be hosting monthly mobile safety workshops (Air in tires, Brakes, Chains). Future plans include a neighborhood bike ride!

• Wellington Heights Neighborhood Association is taking the lead on a multi-year lamppost project to enhance street lighting, beautification, and character.

There is still opportunity for volunteers - Wellington Heights neighbors, WHCC friends and families, and YOU!

Please contact Anne Harris Carter at carter.ahc@gmail.com to discuss your questions and interests.

We’re excited to launch Women’s Monthly Meet-Up on Wednesday, August 12 at 6:30 PM at the Peace House!

This gathering will take place on the second Wednesday of each month beginning in August and is designed to create space for connection and community. Each month will feature a rotating theme and activity led by women from our community, offering a variety of ways to engage and build relationships.

Whether you’re new or have been around for a while, this is a great opportunity to connect with other women in a meaningful and welcoming environment.

To mark the time the time of transition for families and communities, during service on August 23rd we will share a moment for students of all ages to receive a blessing for the year ahead and receive backpack tags to place on their backpacks!

Give Online to Building Hope 2.0

We are currently in need of Children’s Ministry volunteers! Please consider offering your time one Sunday per quarter, helping share the volunteer load among the families and attendees of WHCC to make this ministry sustainable for all involved. Your presence makes a meaningful difference in creating a welcoming, nurturing space for children.

Sign up to serve!