The Gayton Kirk
Growing in Jesus Christ through worship, study and missions
The Kirk schedule is always full of chances to get involved, learn something new, or have fun. We have a vibrant music ministry, many children and youth programs, and many different kinds of groups for fellowship and learning. Check back often for new events!
June 13 During the 11:00 AM Worship Service the Chancel Choir will present
a collection of Spirituals. This service will be a time of festive singing
and celebrating as we praise God for working in our lives.
June 27 The musicians (ages 4 and older) and worship leaders will attend the
Montreat Music and Worship Conference in Montreat, North Carolina.
At the confernece they take classes, learn new music, work on art banners,
and have a lot of fun.
Wednesday Nights 7 PM during the Summer are GAME NIGHTS. Family fun for all ages
as we play dominos, have a ping pong ball tournament, and team up
for Trivia Pursuit. A wonderful time of relaxation and laughter.
July 12 - 17 the sanctuary becomes Egypt for the Vacation Bible School program.
Learning is fun with all the hands-on learning for ages 4 - 11.
This program is free. We welcome our neighborhood kids to join us!
July 17 7:00 PM Ray Carver portrays Mark Twain in Life on the Mississippi.
This two act play conveys Twain's remembrances of growing up along the
Mississippi River and the changes that took place during his lifetime.
July 20 The Senior High Youth Group leave Richmond to do mission work this summer
in New York City. Last year they helped repair houses in Appalachia;
this year they will work in homeless shelters and food pantries to help
the less fortunate.
Wednesday Afternoons 2 PM - 4 PM OPEN STUDIO This time is an opportunity
for artists and craft persons to bring individual projects to work on.
If you need assistance with your work, there's always someone around to
at least offer an opinion. This is a relaxed, supportive group - and, yes,
they do get projects accomplished.
June 13 During the 11:00 AM Worship Service the Chancel Choir will present
a collection of Spirituals. This service will be a time of festive singing
and celebrating as we praise God for working in our lives.
June 27 The musicians (ages 4 and older) and worship leaders will attend the
Montreat Music and Worship Conference in Montreat, North Carolina.
At the confernece they take classes, learn new music, work on art banners,
and have a lot of fun.
Wednesday Nights 7 PM during the Summer are GAME NIGHTS. Family fun for all ages
as we play dominos, have a ping pong ball tournament, and team up
for Trivia Pursuit. A wonderful time of relaxation and laughter.
July 12 - 17 the sanctuary becomes Egypt for the Vacation Bible School program.
Learning is fun with all the hands-on learning for ages 4 - 11.
This program is free. We welcome our neighborhood kids to join us!
July 17 7:00 PM Ray Carver portrays Mark Twain in Life on the Mississippi.
This two act play conveys Twain's remembrances of growing up along the
Mississippi River and the changes that took place during his lifetime.
July 20 The Senior High Youth Group leave Richmond to do mission work this summer
in New York City. Last year they helped repair houses in Appalachia;
this year they will work in homeless shelters and food pantries to help
the less fortunate.
Wednesday Afternoons 2 PM - 4 PM OPEN STUDIO This time is an opportunity
for artists and craft persons to bring individual projects to work on.
If you need assistance with your work, there's always someone around to
at least offer an opinion. This is a relaxed, supportive group - and, yes,
they do get projects accomplished.
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Ongoing Programs For All AgesYouth
Members of the Middle School Youth will participate in the Presbytery of the James sponsored Mission Experience in downtown Richmond. For more information og to www.presbyteryofthejames.org
During the regular school year the Middle School Youth meet weekly for Bible Study, games and drumming at The Kirk.
The Sr High Youth Group meets regularly on the 1st and 3rd Sundays following the worship service. 12:15 - 2:30 pm.
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Women of the Kirk
The Women of the Kirk will complete their study of Journeying with Joshua on June 15. They will meet at 6:30 for a pot luck supper and welcome all those interested in joining them.
The Women of the Kirk meet the second Tuesday of the month from September to June at The Kirk. Moderator for 2010-2011 is Cecelia Fitzgerald.
All are invited for an evening of friendship, fellowship, and Bible study.
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Chancel Choir
Active September-May, the Choir sings in the 11:00 Sunday service. This group practices Thursdays 7:30-9:00pm and Sundays at 10:30am.
Beginning Handbell ChoirThis group meets Tuesdays at 7pm to learn to play the handbells and enjoy music together!
Memorial Handbell Choir
Active September-May, this group plays in 11:00 Sunday service once a month. Practices are Thursdays, 6:30-7:30pm. The choir also gets to attend a Handbell Workshop every other year.
Worship Groups
Our Liturgical Dancers interpret song and Scripture during many of our worship services, presenting movements choreographed by the most experienced dancers. Dancers of all skill levels, from just-learning to practically-professional, are welcome to join any time!
The Kirk Players, a multigenerational group, enacts Scripture and leads antiphonal readings during some worship services. Their preparation includes studying and making sense of the Scripture for that particular worship day -- and thinking creatively about the Word!
Children's Art and Music
A time each week for the youngest members and friends of our congregation to do craft projects, learn about art, and explore the world of music. Children will sing songs, play instruments, and create things to take home with them. This fun time is taught by Rev Janet James and Debbie Mueller, and held every Sunday morning from 9:45 - 10:30. Ages 4-5th grade. For more information on any of these opportunities, contact Debbie Mueller.
The visual artists in our congregation work together to add meaning to the worship. Their works reinforce the Word being sung, danced, enacted, and preached. Thoughtful use of visual elements is one of the responsibilities of the Worship Committee. For more information on Visual Arts opportunities, and other creative outlets, go to the Center for the Arts page.
The Gayton Kirk Book Group meets the fourth Tuesday evening each month at 7:00. We meet in the homes of members. For more information about the Book Group's meeting place contact The Gayton Kirk office at gaytonkirk@yahoo.com.
Reading List
Mar 22 The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks Rebecca Skloot
April 26 Finding Sara: A Daughter's Journey - Margaret Edds
Reading List
June 22 Cutting for Stone - Abraham Verghese
July 27 The
Aug 24 Middlesex - Jeffrey Eugenides
Sept 28 Have a Little Faith - Mitch Albom
Oct 26 The Handbook for Lightning Strike Survivors -
Michele Young-Stone
Nov 30 My Life in Dog Years - Gary Paulsen
Dec – no meeting
Jan 25 The Other Wes Moore - Wes Moore
Feb 22 Noah’s Compass Ann Tyler
Mar 22 The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks Rebecca Skloot
April 26 Finding Sara: A Daughter's Journey - Margaret Edds
May 24 Can a Smart Person believe in God - Michael Guillen
June 28 The LaCuna – Barbara Kingsolver
