The Table

Wednesdays at 5:30 pm in Finlator Hall

Join us at The Table this month! Our Wednesday evening begins with dinner from 5:30-6:15 pm, and continues with community celebrations, announcements and prayer before we move into our programming for the evening at 6:30 pm. We also offer activities for children and youth. Dinner is $4 for children (grades K-5), and $7 for youth (grades 6-12) and adults, with a $24 cap per family. Check out what’s going on in March at The Table!

May 1 - The Critical Race Theory Culture War: Critical Race Theory (CRT) is a widely discussed topic that brings with it many opinions and emotions. What is it, why is it controversial, and why does it matter? Dr. Tirzah Turner, a minister in Cary, takes a look at fact and fiction, misconceptions, different viewpoints, its possible application in other nations, and how to untangle some of the messaging around CRT. Dr. Tirzah Turner; Doctorate of Ministry in the field of practical theology, Drew University; MDiv, Gardner-Webb University; B.M., Carson-Newman University; community pastor at a non-denominational church in Cary and has a particular interest in the intersections of culture, justice and religion.

Menu: Vegan Cheeseburgers with Potato Wedges, Salad Bar, and Cookies

May 8 - A Local Approach to Mutual Aid: We will hear from a representative  from Raleigh United Mutual Aid Hub (RUMAH), a social center and mutual aid hub located in downtown Raleigh. Their mission is to create a more interconnected community by providing free to sliding scale space to local individuals, grassroots organizations, musicians, artists, and mutual aid organizers.

Menu: Taco / Nacho Bar with Tofu/ Be'ef, Pinto, Black beans, Salsa, Guacamole, Sour cream, Salad Bar, and Cookies

May 15 - Contemplative Photography: Have you ever heard of contemplative photography? Come experience this practice. All you need is your phone (no fancy camera gear). Weather permitting, we'll go outside for a while and then gather in Finlator to share our photographic bounty. If it's raining we can do it inside.

Menu: Baked Ziti with Dinner Rolls, Salad Bar, and Cookies

May 22 - Jammin’ for Justice and Joy: For our last Wednesday night program going into summer, the Pullen Pickers and friends are planning a sing-along program for all ages filled with songs designed to uplift, energize and inspire. Bring a friend, your singing voice and tapping foot! Words to songs will be available, and there may also be time for a special request or two. Contact Noelle Schofield or Jim Jarrard with questions or to make a song request.

Menu: Breakfast for Dinner with Veg Sausage, Chic'n nuggets, French toast, Hash Browns, Grits, Salad Bar, and Cookies

-Chalice Overy, Associate Pastor

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