Worship Services and Programs

What time are worship services? 
Sunday morning worship services are at 8:45 a.m. (traditional) and 11:00 a.m. (contemporary).

What’s the difference between the traditional and the contemporary services? 
The traditional service typically includes more traditional music such as organ, choir, handbells or orchestra in a more formal setting. The contemporary service includes contemporary music with guitar, drums, and bass with a more casual feel. The readings, liturgy and sermon are the same at both services.

When are your Holy Week & Easter services? 
Usually, CPC holds special evening services on Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, and Good Friday. Palm Sunday worship services are at 8:45 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. There are generally four Easter services: traditional services at 8:00 and 9:30 a.m., a contemporary service at 11:00 a.m., and a sunrise service at a home overlooking the American River with the time determined by the time of the sunrise on Easter Sunday. Please contact the church office at office@carmichaelpres.org or (916) 486-9081 for specific times and locations.

When are your Christmas services? 
CPC generally offers two Christmas Eve services. The Family Candlelight Service at 7:00 p.m. centers around children helping to build the nativity scene as we recreate the first Christmas through scripture and carols led by CPC’s Contemporary Worship team. We also light the Christ candle. The Candlelight Communion Service at 11:00 p.m. allows us to experience anew the wonder of Christ’s birth and the gift of his life as we reflect, enjoy special music from the Sanctuary Choir, share communion together, and light the Christ candle.

What types of children’s programs do you offer? 
On Sunday mornings, we offer continuous nursery care for children through age 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday school for children age 4-12th grade is from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. We also offer programs for children age 4-5th grade during the 11:00 a.m. worship service. For detailed information on curriculum and special schedules, please contact Lisa Torgerson, Children’s Ministry Director.

When is your Vacation Bible School? How do I sign up? How much does it cost?
Each summer we offer Vacation Bible School. The 2008 “Son World Adventure Park” was July 14-18 from 8:45 a.m. to 12:00 noon. It was open to children age 4 – entering 6th grade. The cost was $15 per child ($60 maximum per family). Contact the church office at office@carmichaelpres.org or (916) 486-9081 in the Spring for information.

What activities do you offer for singles? 
We do not currently have an active singles program. There are several fellowship groups called “mariner ships” at CPC that welcome both singles and couples. Check out the Scuttlebutt portion of the Mission Bell newsletter for information on each of these “ships” or contact the church office at office@carmichaelpres.org or (916) 486-9081.

Do you have groups for alcoholics and their families? 
An Alcoholics Anonymous group meets at CPC on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. An Al Anon group meets on Fridays at 10:00 a.m. The Al Anon group also includes childcare.

Do you offer a cancer support group?
CAFÉ (Cancer And Faith Experience) meets on the first and third Mondays of each month at 10:00 a.m. This group is for anyone who has been touched by cancer in some way. That means, if you are now going through cancer treatment, are surviving it, or love and care for someone going through cancer, you’re encouraged to come! They have lively discussions, laugh a lot, and pray for one another in a risk-free, confidential, caring place. For more information see our CAFÉ page.

What Bible study groups do you have?
We have several Bible study groups meeting during the program year (September – May). Presbyterian Women circles meet for monthly Bible study, our pastors lead a Wednesday evening Bible study, and we offer an overview of the Bible class on Sunday mornings. For specific topics and schedules, contact the church office at office@carmichaelpres.org or (916) 486-9081.

What activities do you offer for teenagers?
We have two active youth groups.
Our Jr. High Youth Group for grades 6-8 meets on Wednesday evenings from 6:00-7:30 and on Sunday mornings from 10:00-11:00 during the program year (September – May).

Our Sr. High Youth Group for grades 9-12 also meets on Wednesday evenings from 6:00-7:30 and on Sunday mornings from 10:00-11:00 during the program year (September – May).

There are also many extra fun activities throughout the year for both groups such as lock-ins, movie nights, and broom ball. For more information on upcoming activities, contact Laura Birdsall, Jr. High Coordinator at laura@carmichaelpres.org or Megan Kays, Sr. High Coordinator at megan@carmichaelpres.org or call (916) 486-9081.

How do I find out when a memorial service for a particular individual is scheduled?  Call the church office at 916-486-9081.

Assistance

How do I get help from the Food Closet?
To obtain food, call (916) 483-9232 between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon Monday through Friday to seek assistance. The Food Closet is closed on weekends and major holidays. For additional information see our Food Closet page.

Can I get help paying for rent/utilities/gas/medications?
Please call the church office at (916) 486-9081 to inquire about current availability of funds to assist with rent, utilities, or gas. We are unable to help pay for medications.

How do I get information about your preschool?
Contact the Carmichael Presbyterian Preschool at (916) 486-9189. For additional information see our Preschool page.

How do I get information about your counseling center?
Does it have a sliding scale?
CPC has partnered with Samaritan Counseling Center to offer counseling services. Please contact them for scheduling and fee information at (916) 483-2989.

I don’t have transportation. Can I get a ride to worship services?
CPC does not currently have a transportation ministry in place. If you are in need of a ride, please contact the church office at office@carmichaelpres.org or (916) 486-9081 and the staff will attempt to assist you.

Can I borrow a wheelchair/shower chair/walker?
CPC’s Health Ministries has a collection of durable medical equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, shower chairs, commodes, and crutches available to borrow. Please contact the church office at office@carmichaelpres.org or (916) 486-9081 to check availability of the equipment you need.

How do I get a prayer request on the prayer chain or in the Sunday Parish Notes?
It is our joy and privilege to pray for one another. Just contact the church office at office@carmichaelpres.org or (916) 486-9081 with your prayer request or fill out a Prayer Request card located in the pews and drop it in the offering plate during worship.

Use of Facilities

Can I have my loved one’s memorial service at CPC?
Yes. CPC is glad to offer our facilities for memorial services. Please contact the church office at office@carmichaelpres.org or (916) 486-9081 for scheduling and fees.

Can I get married at CPC?
We do make our facilities available for weddings for both members and non-members. Please contact the church office at office@carmichaelpres.org or (916) 486-9081 for scheduling and fees. We do require that a CPC pastor officiate or co-officiate the wedding and that couples complete pre-marriage counseling.

Can I have my wedding reception at CPC?
CPC has two rooms available for receptions. McMillen Hall, seats 300 people at tables and has a state-of-the-art sound system and a restaurant-quality kitchen. McMillen Hall is appropriate for large wedding receptions, presentations and other gatherings.

Please note that consumption of alcohol is not allowed on the CPC campus. Please contact the church office at office@carmichaelpres.org or (916) 486-9081 for current fees and availability.

Do you rent rooms to non-members or outside groups?
CPC makes its facilities available to non-profit tax exempt organizations that will not preempt programs of the church. No use will be permitted of a commercial nature or by any whose activities and principles are inconsistent with the ministry of Carmichael Presbyterian Church. CPC events are always given priority, with outside events scheduled on an as-available basis. Fees range from $50 for a classroom to $300 for our large fellowship hall. Please contact the church office at office@carmichaelpres.org or (916) 486-9081 to inquire about availability.

The Gathering Place is available for more intimate gatherings. This craftsman-style room seats 50 at tables with seating expanding into our beautiful courtyard when weather permits. The Gathering Place also features a fireplace, art gallery, and small kitchenette.

Please note that consumption of alcohol is not allowed on the CPC campus. Please contact the church office at office@carmichaelpres.org or (916) 486-9081 for current fees and availability.

Miscellaneous

Can I donate my used furniture/appliances/clothing to CPC?
CPC does not currently have a program for collecting used furniture, appliances or clothing. We recommend that you donate items to organizations that have established donation programs such as Salvation Army, Goodwill or WEAVE.

How do I donate food items to the Food Closet?
Food items may be donated by leaving them in the Visitors' Center or at the Food Closet door on Sunday mornings, or at the church office during the week. For information on the types of food acceptable, call Jack Roach at 916-485-7053.

How do I make a memorial donation?
To make a donation to CPC in memory of a friend or loved one, send your contribution to CPC at 5645 Marconi Ave., Carmichael, CA 95608. Please be sure to include your name and address and the name of the person you wish to remember. You will receive an acknowledgment letter from CPC, and the family of the person you are remembering will receive a notice that you have made a memorial gift. For additional information see Gifts.

What is the per capita?
Per capita funding is how Presbyterians mutually share the costs of coming together to discern the Spirit’s leading for the future. It is how Presbyterians are trained to become better elders and ministers. It is how Presbyterians participate in the life of the wider church by serving on GA committees and commissions. It is how Presbyterians participate in the life of the Church universal as we commit ourselves to work and live in fellowship with “all persons in every nation.” It is how new churches are developed. It is an annual amount, in addition to each pledge, that supports the above activities of our Presbytery, Synod and General Assembly. For the amount that goes to each, you may call our Financial Administrator at 486-9081.

Can I donate a wheelchair, shower-chair, walker that I no longer need?
CPC’s Health Ministries will consider donations of gently used wheelchairs, walkers, shower chairs, commodes, and other durable medical equipment. Please contact the church office at office@carmichaelpres.org or (916) 486-9081 to arrange to bring in your donation.

Where are you located?
CPC is located at 5645 Marconi Avenue in Carmichael, between Fair Oaks Boulevard and Garfield Avenue. See Map

 

 

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Last updated August 23, 2008

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