There are several all-church events for fun, fellowship, and connection! Fall Fest is on Sunday October 6, 11:00am – 1:00pm, followed by the Jingle Bell Jamboree on Sunday December 8. To sign up as to serve as a volunteer, click here.

There are groups that meet on an ongoing basis for Bible study.

LOPC’s book study groups offer a fantastic opportunity to deepen your relationship with God and connect with others in our community. All are welcome to join, and these groups typically have 8-12 people with a leader who facilitates the discussions. In these groups, you’ll explore books together, engage in prayer, and strengthen your bond with God and our community. Experience the joy of community and personal growth by joining a group today! Program Year Emphasis: What is your next step of faith? No matter where you’re at on your journey of faith, there’s always an invitation to take that next step. Next step of serving, next step of connecting, next step of worshiping, and next step of giving. This program year is designed to invite us to think about what our next steps are individually and collectively as a church. Take your next step…by joining a book study group this program year!

 

• Guys Group with Chris Baldwin: Monday evenings, 6:30 – 8:00 pm (focus and schedule: SESSION II – 5 Weeks – “Breathing Underwater: Spirituality and the Twelve Steps” by Richard Rohr)
• Mixed Group with Heather Logan: Monday evenings, 6:30 – 8:00 pm, Large Counseling Room off of the Chapel, drop-ins welcome! (focus: “Hallelujah Anyway Rediscovering Mercy” by Ann Lamott and “The Gifts of Imperfection” by Brene Brown)
• Women’s Group with Sharon Bartlett: Wednesday evenings, 6:30 – 8:00 pm (focus and schedule)
• Mixed Group with Jim Davis: Thursday mornings (focus on Christian Theology & History)

 

Click HERE to register for a group.

We don’t have ongoing projects, but in addition to knitting and crocheting we collect new and gently used baby clothes and related items for the Layette Project.

A unique opportunity to be with fellow seekers using reflection on scripture and life, spoken word and silence to search for God’s presence and guidance in ordinary life. Companions helps us find and see God in our lives. We cannot love what we do not see. This program runs October through May.

The LOPC Congo Mission Team supports the Education and Trauma Healing work of the Presbyterian Church in the Democratic Republic of Congo as well as being advocates for the Congolese people. Meets on the first Sunday of each month at 11:15 a.m. via Zoom and in person. All are welcome to join and learn.

The Congo Necklace Team crochets a variety of products to raise funds for Build Congo Schools. No experience is necessary. Contact Bobbie Dodson-Nielsen for more information or to make an appointment to purchase a necklace.

First Friday Forum provides engaging monthly speakers for the Lamorinda community on topics that are relevant, interesting, accessible, and informative about this ever-changing world. This program runs January through June. Please visit lopc.org/first-friday-forum to learn more. If finding speakers or preparing a FFF program interests you, please contact the FFF team at fff@lopc.org to learn more about joining the FFF team.

Design and assemble the Sanctuary flowers for Sunday morning worship services. You only need to be interested. We will train you.

The Fourth Friday Book Club reads fiction and nonfiction titles monthly on Zoom at 4:00 p.m. for 1-2 hours.

For many years, this group has been gathering monthly on fourth Mondays. The group reads both fiction and non-fiction books. Visitors and new members are always welcome.

Freebirds is a social group at LOPC for adults not constrained by kids’ schedules, whether you are a new empty nester, been freed for a while or never had kids! It is for adults looking to make a connection with other adults through shared activities such as meals, hikes, social hours and service work. Group members take turns planning the activities that are scheduled monthly from September to May.

Guys (aged 20-50 somethings) get together for good food and hang out time! Program is year round and generally meets on Monday evenings.

LOPC has had a long-standing relationship with the Interfaith Council of Contra Costa County (ICCCC), a not-for-profit corporation with 108 congregations representing a wide variety of faith traditions. ICCCC is one of LOPC’s mission partners. Please visit interfaithccc.org for details about many upcoming programs and events, where you can sign up to receive their email blasts for updates.

Quilters of all levels are invited. Quilts are donated to local groups which provide comfort to babies and children.

An exciting 90-min class experience getting to know the pastors and programing at LOPC. Membership classes are offered periodically throughout the year, and our next New Member class will be on a Sunday November 3, Click here to register.

For more information on the next pastors’ bible studies series contact info@lopc.org.

Presbyterian Women (PW) are part of the national women’s organization of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). With a history of more than 200 years, PW is committed to nurturing faith, supporting the church’s mission, working for justice, and building community. PW is active in circles, which are small groups of women who meet monthly for Bible Study and fellowship.

For all who live at Rossmoor, Rossmoor groups meet throughout the year to offer support and social interaction.

Open to all men especially those ages 60 and above. The first half of each meeting is spent sharing about our lives and the second half spent studying a biblical text or theme.

Programs of education and service are scheduled monthly for and by seniors.

A series of conversations with sisters and brothers in communities of color. We believe that diversity is something that God intended and is to be celebrated. We will continue and grow our work in anti-bias through education, worship, justice, and partnerships to be the church that God has called us to be. We believe that the church is meant to be a place where we can learn to build healthier communities for people of all races. Visit lopc.org/talkingstory to watch past interviews.

Open to all, this group meets weekly in the library on Thursdays at 9:00 a.m. for discussion and fellowship.

Thursday Fellowship offers a caring social network for Seniors. Volunteers provide a morning craft, prepare and serve a lunch of salad, dessert and beverage and secure entertainment for the afternoon program. September through June.

These friendly and open social groups, known as “ships”, offer an opportunity to make friends and to share fun, food, fellowship, and service. There are seven ships that generally meet the third Saturday of each month. Planned events cover a wide range of activities, including museum visits, dinners out or in homes, trips to the theater, outdoor activities, service opportunities, and much more. Voyagers also serve the coffee on the LOPC Worship Plaza each Sunday. The ships range in size from 25 to 70 members, and are made up of couples and singles, 65 years and older.

The Women’s Spiritual Journey Group provides a safe place for women to seek God’s direction through book and scripture study, spiritual practices, prayer, large group, small group and individual reflection. Visitors and new members are always welcome.

Young Families Connect meets on the first Sunday of the month on the back playground. Kids get to play and adults enjoy some coffee and breakfast bites. Come out and connect with other families.