At the Church of the Advocate, we like to break bread together, knowing that God is in the midst of us, knowing that Christ himself frequently broke bread with friends and strangers. We believe that we are called to a ministry of hospitality, sharing what we have with those who come our way. So we look for opportunities to celebrate, to enjoy food and fellowship.

Sunday Fellowship

Central to our life together is the Sunday dinner fellowship. On most Sundays, following the 5 p.m. liturgy, the worship space is transformed and we gather for conversation and hearty vegetarian (kosher) suppers. These savory meals are provided by volunteers from the congregation who sign up each season to provide main dish, salad, bread, beverage, dessert, set-up and clean-up from week to week. Newcomers and visitors are always welcome to join us for supper. It's a wonderful way to experience the church and for us all to get to know one another better.
On the festivals and holy days, we don't just have "potlucks", we have Advocate Feasts! On these occasions, folks are encouraged to share their favorite foods -- simple or complex. And all are fed in body and in spirit.

Mid-week Fellowship

Another aspect of our life together is mid-week small group Christian fellowship. Groups of 6-10 meet at the Gathering Space, 403 West Weaver Street, Carrbro, or in one another’s homes, for prayer, study, fellowship and sharing. These small groups change in focus season by season, but are always designed so that they can be joined any time, to deepen our faith, and to bring us closer together. Information on these small groups can be found in the seasonal calendar.