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Wedgewood is a liberal, culturally diverse, service-oriented, interfaith church in Charlotte, NC with members who are Progressive Christians, Buddhists, Muslims, Pagans, Atheists, Agnostics, and many other faith journeys and perspectives. When we say everyone is welcome at Wedgewood, we mean EVERYONE!
Join us as we try to change the world.
Sunday, May 18th at Wedgewood:
“In Pursuit of Holiness” with Melba Smith Evans
What does it mean to be “holy”? Where do we go in search of answers, peace, or purpose—
and what do we learn on the way?
This Sunday at Wedgewood, Ministerial Coordinator Melba Smith Evans will guide us in a reflection inspired by The Holy Man by Susan Trott. The novel follows pilgrims from all walks of life who journey to meet a man named Joe, believed to be a holy man, living atop a mountain. They wait in line—sometimes for months—seeking wisdom, only to find that the journey itself is often the true teacher.
In this week’s discussion, we’ll explore how our own spiritual paths are shaped not just by the answers
we seek, but by the growth that happens as we seek them. How are we transformed in the waiting,
the walking, the wondering? And what if, by the time we arrive at our “holy place,” we already carry
the insight we hoped to find?
Come ready for thoughtful conversation as we reflect on the idea that holiness is not a fixed destination, but a lived experience—an unfolding journey shaped by each step we take.
10:30 - 11am: Coffee & Conversation
11am - 12pm: Sunday Service
12pm - 12:30pm: After the Amen
Have you been hurt by religious teachings or faith communities? You’re not alone.
This peer-led support group is a space for LGBTQ+ individuals to share experiences, offer mutual support, and find community in the journey of healing from religious and spiritual harm. It’s a space for connection, reflection, and solidarity.
What to Expect:
- Peer support through honest, open dialogue
- A safe, affirming, interfaith space rooted in
shared experience
Details:
- Free to join
- Open to all LGBTQ+ people
Location and start date will be shared with those
who sign up.
"My religion is very simple. My religion is kindness."
His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama
Join us for the next
Wedgewood Monthly Meetup!
Craving connection, conversation, and a cozy night out with your Wedgewood crew?
Come join us for our next Monthly Meetup on Tuesday, June 10th at 6:30 PM — this time at La Shish Kebob,
a local favorite known for its bold flavors and warm, welcoming vibes.
Whether you’ve been part of Wedgewood for years or are just starting to get to know us, this is a perfect chance to meet new faces, swap stories, and share a delicious meal in good company. It’s casual, community-centered, and everyone’s invited.
3117 N Sharon Amity, Charlotte, NC 28205
Tuesday, June 10th
6:30 PM
RSVP by June 10th to save your seat — we’d love to have you join us!
Learn more: https://lashishkabob.org/
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Wedgewood Social Justice Book Club
We’re continuing our journey through Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer—a beautiful weaving of Indigenous wisdom, scientific knowledge, and the teachings of plants.
We meet every other Thursday at 7pm on Zoom for thoughtful conversation and community connection.
Our next meeting is Thursday, May 22nd, and we’ll be discussing through page 97.
Come for the learning, stay for the camaraderie.
As always, all are welcome here.
Wedgewood Service Day with the Laundry Project
We're partnering again with Current Initiative's Laundry Project to support local families in need by covering the cost of laundry and offering hospitality on-site. Join us for this meaningful day of service on Sunday, June 1st from 10am-1pm. Location to be announced soon. Lunch at a nearby restaurant to follow.
Want to volunteer? All volunteers must sign up here: https://buff.ly/JZqMrrD
Can't attend but want to help? We're collecting the following supplies:
- Detergent (pods, liquid, or powder)
- Fabric Softener
- Stain remover
- Bleach
- Reusable laundry bags
- 1-gallon Ziplock bags
- Hand sanitizer
- Coloring books
- Crayons
You can also donate $10 (one roll of quarters) to cover the cost of a large wash and two dryer cycles for a family in need. Contact Liz if you'd like to donate.
Learn more at laundrybycurrent.org
Statement on Israel and Palestine
Unanimously Approved by
Wedgewood Congregation
At the 2023 Annual Meeting of the Alliance of Baptists, of which Wedgewood Community Church is a member, a statement on Israel and Palestine was adopted. The statement has since been adopted by Association of Welcoming and Affirming Baptists, Baptist Peace Fellowship, Creation Justice Ministries, Freedom Center for Social Justice, Greenfaith, and Hearts United for Good. Wedgewood partners with all of these organizations. Many individual churches have also voted to adopt this official statement.
The statement has 4 main points:
“The Alliance has voted to call Israel an apartheid state. In this statement, 1) we affirm our commitment to freedom, justice and equality for the Palestinian people and all people; 2) we oppose all forms of racism, bigotry, discrimination and oppression, 3) we declare ourselves an apartheid-free community; and 4) we pledge to join others in working to end all support to Israel’s apartheid regime, settler colonialism and military occupation.”
You may read the statement in its entirety here by clicking the button below:
If you would like more background on the Palestinian experience, the Alliance of Baptists made a video that you can watch by clicking the second button below:
Land Acknowledgement
As a community that considers social justice to be a cornerstone of who we are, we would like to acknowledge that the land that Wedgewood is on the unceded land of the Xuali, known today as the Cheraw, as well as the Esaw, now known as the Catawba, and the Sugaree people.
