Wednesday Night at Countryside is for all ages!
This is a perfect way to CONNECT with church friends, create new friendships or take time just to breathe!
September – April (check back for COVID-19 UPDATES)
Wednesday Programming for Grade School/Middle School
Grades K-4 – Holy Moly (6:00-7:30 PM) A Sparkhouse curriculum teaches Bible stories with multi-media, crafts, activities, and storytelling.
Grades 5-6 – Core 56 (6:00-7:30 PM) Our 5th and 6th grade group jumps into scripture study of Jesus’s ministry and work. We also enjoy fellowship at lock-ins, movie nights, and group suppers.
If interested in programming for ages K-6 or have questions contact Rebecca Morello, Director of Children Education- rebeccam@countrysideucc.org or 402-391-0350 ext. 109.
Both groups enjoy Music with Aly and Art with Christy Palmer throughout the year!
Confirmation
Confirmation (6:30 – 7:30 PM) Grades 7-8
Everything Confirmation is online at countrysideucc.org/learning-together/youth-ministry/confirmation. You can read the requirements, fill out reflection forms, and watch classes and fill out the handouts. Last year’s classes will all be online soon.
If interested in joining Confirmation or have questions email Anji Stanek or call the church office at 402.391.0350.
Confirmation Choir
Confirmation Choir – 5:45-6:30 PM Confirmation Singers is for youth in grades 7 and 8. Your 7th or 8th grader does not need to be in our Confirmation program to be a part of this choir, all they need is to love to sing!
Adult Choir
C4 Choir 6:00 – 8:00 PM
The C4 choir for adults explores a variety of contemporary choral literature as well as a classical choral repertoire. C4 sings regularly at Sunday worship services. Childcare up to age 12 provided.
If interested in joining a choir or have questions contact Alex Ritter, Acting Artistic Director- alexr@countrysideucc.org or 402-391-0350 ext. 115.
Adult Learning
Conversations with Chris in the Coffeehouse – 6:30 – 7:30 PM
Would you like to discuss the sermon you heard in church on Sunday? Are you inspired by something you have seen happening at Countryside? Do you have some ideas on what you would like to see our church start doing in the future? Is there an amazing family recipe you just want to brag about that you made for dinner last night? Well Rev. Dr. Chris Alexander wants to hear about them all!! Come on down to the church on Wednesday nights, the coffee shop is open and Chris will be there to listen and chat from 6:30 – 7:30 PM. No sign up necessary, just show up!
Mindfulness Sits – Second Wednesdays of the Month, 6:30 – 7:30 PM
Carlos Figueroa will be presenting a new experience called Mindfulness Sits, in collaboration with the Mindfulness Outreach Initiative and Convergence University. Join Carlos every month as he guides you in a journey towards a better understanding of your spirituality. Classes run September through April.
Social Committee
Events that are Totally Cool (ETC) – Fourth Wednesday of the month – 6:30 PM
This multigenerational group encourages commitment to making church a priority through active participation in fun, faith and fellowship events. If you are interested in joining this committee pop into a meeting or email Mary Beth at marybethl@countrysideucc.org
NURSERY – 6:00-8:00 PM
Childcare is available from 6-8 PM (Aug. – Apr.) for infants and toddlers ages newborn to two-year-olds.