UPCOMING
EVENTS.
Community is a collaborative effort. If you have an idea for a get-together or volunteer opportunity, submit it by clicking the button below!
Artist’s Way Group
Walk through the book the Artist's Way in an intimate discussion group. This group will begin Sunday, Oct 6 at 1:00pm and meet weekly at ANC.
Email Lori Perry to sign up.
Winter Clothing Drive for Posada Esperanza
Help the immigrant and refugee families at Posada Esperanza stay warm this winter. Donate warm winter clothes! Pick a name and sign up here.
Virtual Foyer
Join Us after the Service to say hi to all of our out-of-towners!
Here’s the link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85286104732?pwd=M1Axcm9DbE9GWVZMOWVkRzlXSTNDQT09
Meeting ID: 852 8610 4732
Passcode: 078704
Sunday Supper - South
Let's skip the Sunday Scaries together by gathering for a meal at The Browns'. Rachel will pick a meal theme and provide a main course, and we'll potluck the rest. Very casual, everyone is welcome. "There's like... a lot of kids in here."
Text Rachel to RSVP - (210) 687-4874
Christmas Eve Eve Service
Join us for a merry & bright ANC Christmas Eve Eve service at 5:30 pm on Monday, December 23 with carols, cocoa, candlelight and a sweet cozy time together.
Sunday Night Dinner
This is a group of ANC families, couples and singles that get together about twice a month on Sunday evenings for potluck dinner and conversation. We'd love to have you join us. Please email Terra Brimberry at tdbrimberry@gmail.com for information.
Embodied Faith Retreat
Join us for a one night retreat experience to reset the body and create space for 2025 intentions. This container is for all of those looking to deepen their faith through embodied, mindful and contemplative practices. Sign up here.
JANUARY 3-4, 2025: Start time: 5:30p / End time: 12p
LOCATION: THE LORALEE FOUNDATION
WHAT TO EXPECT:
Friday evening fast
Breathwork/sound healing
Guided meditation/journaling
Fireside worship
Walking meditation
Circling
Saturday morning brunch
COST: $40/person
Sunday Night Dinner
This is a group of ANC families, couples and singles that get together about twice a month on Sunday evenings for potluck dinner and conversation. We'd love to have you join us. Please email Terra Brimberry at tdbrimberry@gmail.com for information.
Contemplative Retreat
https://afaithfulpresence.org/retreats
Come away with a small community of fellow pilgrims to Cedarbrake Renewal Center in Temple, TX for a spiritual retreat —> rest, movement, meditation, life-giving rhythms, creativity, connection, nourishing meals, and a beautiful setting in the woods of north central Texas.
Hosts: Catherine & Dustin
Catherine Johnston is a pastor at Austin New Church, graduate student, nature-lover, writer, and mother of three. She feels called to invite others into spiritual spaces of connection, creativity, presence, and play. You can find some of her work at In Between.
Dustin Hite is a spiritual director, missional neighbor at Community First! Village, husband to a swiftie, and a father of two. He has training in Ignatian spirituality and has been leading contemplative retreats for a decade. He loves to create spaces of deep presence, peace, and reflection.
Cost: $375
Includes: 2 nights lodging in private room/bathroom with a small sitting area, 5 meals, drinks, snacks, access to Cedarbrake’s lodge and grounds with trails to explore, outdoor sit spots, prayer labyrinth, and countless stars on a clear night.
Theme: “Building our Capacity for Love”
When we are in an environment that is supportive for our overall flourishing, we become more integrated and love comes more easily: Love for ourselves with a deeper sense of self-worth, Love for others through empathy and acceptance, and love flowing both to & from the Divine. In addition to intentional rhythms and holistic spiritual practices, we’ll also be reflecting upon the intersection of several models for human flourishing, including the Enneagram, the Critical Journey, and Interpersonal Neurobiology.
Next Steps:
We are hoping to finalize registration by December 15th. Questions? Contact Catherine or Dustin
Fill out this form and then you can Venmo Dustin here or make 4 payments of $95.
Sunday Night Dinner
This is a group of ANC families, couples and singles that get together about twice a month on Sunday evenings for potluck dinner and conversation. We'd love to have you join us. Please email Terra Brimberry at tdbrimberry@gmail.com for information.
Make The Yuletide Gay w/ Flamy Grant, Crys Matthews & Heather Mae
Crys Matthews, the poster child for intersectionality and Flamy Grant, the "Bible Belt Baby" are teaming up once again to pick up where the Winter Magic Tour left off, and they're bringing some friends. This December, the Make the Yuletide Gay tour is hitting the road with Jennifer Knapp, Heather Mae, and Spencer LaJoy to spread a little holiday cheer and a whole lot of faith-infused LGBTQ+ joy!
Armed with a bold lip and a blistering voice, Flamy Grant is brilliant, resilient proof that nothing is sacred (but everything is holy) and shame belongs in the closet. A preacher's kid and former drum major, troubadour of truth Crys Matthews is among the brightest stars of the new generation of social justice music-makers. With new releases under their belts, both Matthews and Grant are joining forces with three other artists who also use the art to light up these dark times.
Sunday Night Dinner
This is a group of ANC families, couples and singles that get together about twice a month on Sunday evenings for potluck dinner and conversation. We'd love to have you join us. Please email Terra Brimberry at tdbrimberry@gmail.com for information.
ANC Students Christmas Party
ANC Students is having their Christmas Party for middle schoolers and high schoolers on Sunday, December 15 at 10:30am in the community center!
We will be doing a white elephant gift exchange, regifting something from around the house - so be sure your student brings a wrapped “gift” with them to church.
ANC Mental Health Professionals Gathering
ANC Mental Health Professionals Meet Up
This gathering is for those who attend ANC and work in the Mental Health field. This is a great way for us to connect with each other.
We will meet once a month. For RSVP and questions, please contact Tim Parker.
Sunday Supper - South
Let's skip the Sunday Scaries together by gathering for a meal at The Browns'. Rachel will pick a meal theme and provide a main course, and we'll potluck the rest. Very casual, everyone is welcome. "There's like... a lot of kids in here."
Text Rachel to RSVP - (210) 687-4874
Virtual Foyer
Join Us after the Service to say hi to all of our out-of-towners!
Here’s the link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85286104732?pwd=M1Axcm9DbE9GWVZMOWVkRzlXSTNDQT09
Meeting ID: 852 8610 4732
Passcode: 078704
First Love Cookie Donations
Spread love and cheer to adult club workers this Christmas season.
This volunteer team visits adult club workers around town, delivering homemade baked goods and gifts.
We need your homemade baked goods!
The team will be making deliveries on 12/7 and 12/14.
Sunday Supper - South
Let's skip the Sunday Scaries together by gathering for a meal at The Browns'. Rachel will pick a meal theme and provide a main course, and we'll potluck the rest. Very casual, everyone is welcome. "There's like... a lot of kids in here."
Text Rachel to RSVP - (210) 687-4874
Virtual Foyer
Join Us after the Service to say hi to all of our out-of-towners!
Here’s the link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85286104732?pwd=M1Axcm9DbE9GWVZMOWVkRzlXSTNDQT09
Meeting ID: 852 8610 4732
Passcode: 078704
ANC Family Reunion
Save the date for ANC's Family Reunion - a weekend of gatherings for those in town and out of town! More details coming soon.
ANC Mental Health Professionals Gathering
ANC Mental Health Professionals Meet Up
This gathering is for those who attend ANC and work in the Mental Health field. This is a great way for us to connect with each other.
We will meet once a month. For RSVP and questions, please contact Tim Parker.
Sunday Supper - South
Let's skip the Sunday Scaries together by gathering for a meal at The Browns'. Rachel will pick a meal theme and provide a main course, and we'll potluck the rest. Very casual, everyone is welcome. "There's like... a lot of kids in here."
Text Rachel to RSVP - (210) 687-4874
Virtual Foyer
Join Us after the Service to say hi to all of our out-of-towners!
Here’s the link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85286104732?pwd=M1Axcm9DbE9GWVZMOWVkRzlXSTNDQT09
Meeting ID: 852 8610 4732
Passcode: 078704
Dinner on the Deck
Join the Hite family for dinner on their deck! We'll provide the food, with gluten and dairy free options available.
Come see Community First! Village and connect with folks around ANC too. We'd love to have you! RSVP to Dustin (309) 215-7754 or Christina (217) 871-4181 or send them an email Dustin: mrdustinhite@gmail.com, Christina: thehitelife@gmail.com
Sunday Supper - South
Let's skip the Sunday Scaries together by gathering for a meal at The Browns'. Rachel will pick a meal theme and provide a main course, and we'll potluck the rest. Very casual, everyone is welcome. "There's like... a lot of kids in here."
Text Rachel to RSVP - (210) 687-4874
Virtual Foyer
Join Us after the Service to say hi to all of our out-of-towners!
Here’s the link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85286104732?pwd=M1Axcm9DbE9GWVZMOWVkRzlXSTNDQT09
Meeting ID: 852 8610 4732
Passcode: 078704
Sunday Supper - NW Austin
Please email or call Terra at 512-820-7543 if you want to join! Everyone is welcome - couples, singles, kids, and babies.
We share a potluck meal and then do a short discussion regarding the Sunday sermon or another preplanned topic.
This is a very casual event and we'd love to have you join us. We meet twice a month (usually on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month.) We are located in NW Austin.
ANC Prime @ Hula Hut
A gathering of folks 50+ (Prime) to enjoy a meal, conversation & fellowship. Join us for lunch after church at the Hula Hut! Reach out to Leslie if you have questions.
Breathwork
Join us for an embodied contemplative breathwork session with sound healing to awaken divine pause, reflection, and attunement to your inner landscape. We meet in the Yoga Room on the 2nd Floor of the community center. Sign up here!
Tuesday Dinner East Austin
We provide the dinner and you provide the conversation!
We meet monthly on the middle Tuesday of the month for dinner and conversation at 7:00pm at Jay and Kim Freels’ home in East Austin. Our group is for 20’s-30’s.
Email Kim to RSVP.
Virtual Foyer
Join Us after the Service to say hi to all of our out-of-towners!
Here’s the link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85286104732?pwd=M1Axcm9DbE9GWVZMOWVkRzlXSTNDQT09
Meeting ID: 852 8610 4732
Passcode: 078704
Free Fridge - Meal Prep!
Who doesn’t love a good assembly line?
Help us prep meals to stock ATX Free Fridges.
Our goal is 100 meals. Can we do it? I believe in us!
Sign up: Email Catherine
Can’t come but want to donate meal supplies? Sign up here!
ANC Mental Health Professionals Gathering
ANC Mental Health Professionals Meet Up
This gathering is for those who attend ANC and work in the Mental Health field. This is a great way for us to connect with each other.
We will meet once a month. For RSVP and questions, please contact Tim Parker.
Sunday Supper - South
Let's skip the Sunday Scaries together by gathering for a meal at The Browns'. Rachel will pick a meal theme and provide a main course, and we'll potluck the rest. Very casual, everyone is welcome. "There's like... a lot of kids in here."
Text Rachel to RSVP - (210) 687-4874
Sunday Supper - NW Austin
Please email or call Terra at 512-820-7543 if you want to join! Everyone is welcome - couples, singles, kids, and babies.
We share a potluck meal and then do a short discussion regarding the Sunday sermon or another preplanned topic.
This is a very casual event and we'd love to have you join us. We meet twice a month (usually on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month.) We are located in NW Austin.
Deepening Awareness & Presence Retreat
Join us for a two-night contemplative retreat at Cedarbrake Renewal Center.
Rest, movement, meditation, creativity, connection, nourishing meals, and a beautiful setting in the woods of north central Texas -- this is a space for you to find centered calm and open-hearted awareness, as well as connect with other ANCers.
The theme of this retreat is Deepening Awareness & Presence. We'll explore the neurological basis for spiritual practices like prayer and meditation.
Cost: $325
Includes: 2 nights lodging in private room/bathroom with a small sitting area, 5 meals, drinks, snacks, access to Cedarbrake lodge and grounds which include a nature trail, outdoor sit spots, prayer labyrinth, and countless stars on a clear night.
Sign up HERE
Pay HERE
Questions - contact Catherine or Dustin
Hosts:
Catherine Johnston is a pastor at Austin New Church, graduate student, nature-lover, writer, and mother of three. She feels called to invite others into spiritual spaces of connection, creativity, presence, and play. You can find some of her work at In Between.
Dustin Hite is a spiritual director, missional neighbor at Community First! Village, husband to a swiftie, and a father of two. He has training in Ignatian spirituality and has led many contemplative retreats. He loves to create spaces of deep presence, peace, and reflection. You can find more of his work at A Faithful Presence.
LGBTQ Happy Hour
Spooky season is here - let’s go somewhere haunted.
Join our LGBTQ Happy Hour every 1st and 3rd Thursday.
This weeks’ is at Freddo ATX for their spooky haunted house and stellar HH.
Text Patrick more info / RSVP! (903) 932-4165
Turn Up Thursday: Volunteer Month
Sort & Pack Donated Craft Supplies (Thursdays) - Austin Creative Reuse
Come join us for a high energy night volunteering and connecting with other members of your community! You will help us sort and package craft or office supply donations to be sold at our creative reuse center.
This is an indoor, seated/standing event located at Austin Creative Reuse in Windsor Park. You will be helping out in a room that can be a bit chilly in the winter and a bit warm in the summer, so we suggest you keep this in mind when dressing for the event.
Austin Creative Reuse is an Austin based non-profit that aims to foster conservation, education, and community building through the creative reuse of old items and the reuse of creative items! We take in ~50,000 lbs. of donations every month and we rely on volunteers to help us process all those donations! Most items we resell at our center at very accessible price points, but we also teach people new creative skills in our classroom, donate supplies to schools, and attend community events to teach our youngest generations about creative reuse.
Sign up here to grab a volunteer slot: SIGN UP HERE
For questions, please contact Katie McCormick.
Sunday Supper - South
Let's skip the Sunday Scaries together by gathering for a meal at The Browns'. Rachel will pick a meal theme and provide a main course, and we'll potluck the rest. Very casual, everyone is welcome. "There's like... a lot of kids in here."
Text Rachel to RSVP - (210) 687-4874