COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD

Please send any items that you would like included on the Online Community Bulletin Board to communications@christchurchnewbern.com. 

EVENTS​

• Join the Rothermel Foundation on Sunday October 26th, as Mark Gerson discusses his latest book, “God Was Right: How Modern Social Science Proves the Torah is True.” In this book, author and entrepreneur Mark Gerson will discuss the Torah's perspectives and directives on topics of relevance to our age, as well as the social scientific validation of the Torah claims. The lecture is at 2 pm, October 26, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church (400 New Street, New Bern). Rothermel Foundation presentations are free to the public and last approximately 1 hour followed by a short question-and-answer session with the presenter. For more information please visit RothermelFoundation.org.

• Craven County Master Gardener Volunteer Association 2025 Bulb Sale will take place from October 1 - November 15. For more information and to order online, go to https://www.cravenmastergardener.org/

• Sunday Brunch and a Gospel Song for You fundraiser for Tried by Fire, Inc.'s My Sister's House featuring Bonita Burney Simmons. October 26 at the Carolina Colours Association (3300 Waterscape Way, New Bern). Seating times are 11:30 am and 1 pm. Purchase tickets at www.triedbyfireinc.org or 252.637.2339

• ​Cursillo Weekend -  Pilgrim applications are currently being accepted for the East Carolina #106 Weekend, which will take place November 6-9 at Trinity Center in Pine Knoll Shores. Weekend fee is $300 and includes room and meals. Scholarships are available. The weekend consists of five meditations, 15 talks, a healing service, an on-site Spiritual Advisor, and daily Eucharist. If you’re interested or would like more information, please visit https://www.cursillodec.org  or contact Mary Lynn Guidage.

• Jones County - A Perfect 10 - A fundraiser for the Filling Station will take place from 11 am - 2 pm, Saturday, November 8, at 221 Main Street in Pollocksville. Activities include BBQ lunch, cloggers and music, bake sale, drop-in painting, tractor photo booth, country games, and educational opportunities. Visit fillingstation1075.com or call 252.635.0828 for more information.  

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RESOURCES

• New Bern Community Respite Care - Thursdays from 10 am - 2 pm at Trinity United Methodist Church (2311 Elizabeth Ave). Contact person is Lindsay Roberts (lindsayroberts@newbernrespite.org / 919.428.0618)​​​. 

• Seniors Embrace Technology - Digital Navigators can help you sign up for low-cost internet, assist with purchasing a laptop, troubleshoot basic technology issues, and locate an in-person or online digital skills class. Call 252.671.7553 and ask to speak to Cynthia Livingston.

• Caregiver Support Group for End-of-Life Loved Ones - 10:30 am on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month at the River Bend Municipal Building (51 Shoreline Drive).

• Mental Wellness Services through Carolina Therapy Connection -- Offering diverse interventions to enhance emotional well-being for children, teenagers, adults, and families. Call 252.341.9944 for more information. 

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​​​GET INVOLVED​

• Volunteer with Craven County Health Department Hospice Agency. Call 252.636.4930 for more information. 

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