Upcoming events.
Gottman Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work Couples Refresher Seminar
Based on Dr. John Gottman’s New York Times-bestselling book, this free, live workshop will provide couples with proven tools and strategies to strengthen their relationships. The Gottman method is based on four decades of research with more than 3,000 couples. This seminar is not recommended as a substitute for couples counseling or for couples in severe relationship distress. Rev Steve Longley, LICSW, and an approved Gottman Seven Principles instructor, will lead the seminar. Pre-registration is required. Sign up by emailing steve@theperuchurch.org
The Rhodora Quartet
We’re excited to announce that the Rhodora String Quartet is coming to the Peru Church on Thursday, January 29th, at 5 pm, for a free concert! This extraordinary ensemble, currently part of the renowned Emerson String Quartet Institute, includes Manchester Music Festival Summer 2025 Young Artist cellist, Jonathan Kim. Doors open at 4:45 pm. Please email steve@theperuchurch.org to reserve seats. Please avoid parking in the spaces directly in front of Hapgoods General Store. Parking is available along Hapgood Pond Road, by the Town Green, or behind the old Cheese Factory
The Peru Church Daily Stoic Discussion Group
Are Christian faith and Stoicism compatible? Can Stoicism sharpen one’s faith? Can Stoicism help cultivate courage, temperance, justice, and wisdom in the middle of ordinary life? If you are interested in learning more, please join our one-hour Zoom meeting at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9779388780?omn=82199520016
Braver Angels Zoom Discussion
Presented by Braver Angels in association with the Dorset Church’s Truth and Justice Mission Committee, a non-partisan group whose goal is to depolarize conversation and political discourse. The Zoom link will be provided later. If interested, please reach out to Rev Steve at steve@theperuchurch.org
Epiphany Sunday
We kick off the new year with Epiphany Sunday. We will also celebrate a first-of-the-month communion service. I hope you can join us.
Kinhaven Academy of Music Performance & Worship Service
The Peru Church is thrilled to host the Kinhaven Academy of Music, on Sunday, December 7th at 10:00 am. Come enjoy the music, and our warm, loving community.
The World in Six Songs Worship Service led by Jim Bowen
Come and join us at the Peru Church for a worship service of song led by Jim Bowen.
"Simple Gifts" Worship Service led by Evan Leontis
Come, join Peru Church Choir Director, Evan Leontis, as she offers up a story of spiritual simplicity in song and Scripture.
Pledge Sunday
Come join your friends at the Peru Church as we pledge our support for our beloved church.
All Saints Commemorative Sunday
All member of the greater Peru and Mountain communities are encouraged to attend and to honor friends and family members have passed, but who are not forgotten
The Peru Church Annual Meeting
We will gather after Sunday worship to discuss our plans for the future.
Stewardship Sunday
Join us as we kick off the Peru Church’s FY 2026 Pledge Drive in support of our church’s continued flourishing.
Harvest Sunday
Celebrate our community’s good fortune and bounty. The Peru Church Choir performs.
Harmony Sunday
Meet Our Guests This Sunday (Sept 21)
We’re delighted to welcome several visitors who will share their gifts with us:
Nordic Harmoni, a Scandinavian-American chorus: http://www.auss.org/nordic/index.htm
Vlada Hranchar, an eleven-year-old tennis phenom: https://www.instagram.com/vladahranchar/?hl=en, https://floridatennis.com/blogs/news/the-mind-of-a-champion-vlada-hranchar
Who's in Town Band (WIT) Rehearsal
Weekly meeting of band members. Consult with Judy Cyr for details. judyacyr@gmail.com
Peru Church Book Club
As a Driven Leaf, by Rabbi Milton Steinberg, is rich with theological, historical, and emotional content. We will be reading it across three sessions makes for a manageable and meaningful discussion arc.