Classes & Workshops

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*Covid Era: Many of the following groups continue to meet outdoors and socially distanced and/or via Zoom. Members stay connected in between meetings via the Realm App.


Yoga at First Congo

Faith & Flow Yoga

Join us for all-levels Faith & Flow Yoga in Plymouth Hall on Wednesday mornings at 9:00am and Sunday afternoons at 4:00pm. Students may also opt to practice virtually via Zoom. The Wednesday class is taught by Emily Epstein. 

This one-hour class integrates teachings of yoga philosophy and Christian spirituality as the students are guided through a basic to moderate vinyasa sequence (a method of yoga in which movements form a flowing sequence in coordination with the breath).

Classes are open to individuals 13+. There is no charge for youth, and adults are encouraged to contribute $10/class to help cover expenses and fund related ministries.
Wear comfortable clothes that you can move in and bring a mat.

If you have any questions regarding Faith & Flow Yoga or would like to be added to the Faith & Flow contact list, contact hello@wscongo.org.

Please note: People under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign a program waiver.  Click below to access the program waiver:

Tai Chi Classes

Stay healthy and fit by participating in our weekly Tai Chi classes offered at the church. Tai Chi is a series of gentle movements that improve balance, flexibility, and muscle strength. Tai Chi connects breath with movement in what some describe as a moving meditation.  Tai Chi is beneficial to anyone who practices, and is often recommended for people who have arthritis, Parkinson’s disease or are recovering from injury or illness.  Tai Chi classes are free of charge and take place Tuesday mornings from 9:30–10:30AM in Plymouth Hall.

Participants are asked to complete a waiver before engaging in Tai Chi. Click below to access the program waiver:

First Congo members doing Tai Chi

Watercolor Classes

Every Wednesday, starting Sept. 8, 2021

TRADITIONAL CLASSROOM:
10am – 12pm, Watercolor Class (Traditional setting, less instruction)
12:30 – 2:30pm, Watercolor Class (More structure and instruction)

Sally Brandenburg leads the sessions. Sally majored in art at Iowa State, taught art classes for 35 years in transparent watercolor at the Guild of Creative Art in Red Bank, New Jersey, is an exhibiting member of the New Jersey Watercolor Society, the Garden State Watercolor Society, and a past member of the American Professional Artist League, New Jersey chapter. She has exhibited at Lincoln Center, and other shows around the country, and is also in corporate collections around the country.

If you are interested in participating, please contact Sally at sallysart@comcast.net. Everyone is welcome!

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Congo Creatives

A weekend painting collective.
Saturdays, 10AM – 12PM
Music/Art Room
**Bring your own supplies**

Congo Creatives is a weekly chance to gather and paint together. We will explore our creative interests, share ideas, learn from each other, and have FUN. All skill levels and mediums are welcome.

Questions? Email Marie Murrell at mariebmurrell@gmail.com.

Music

We are blessed to have an incredibly successful and diverse music program here at First Congo. Come share your talent with us!

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