Summer Connections
Traditionally, summer is a time when Renewal activities slow down due to travel and vacations. To keep the community spirit alive during this season, we’re hosting volunteer-led “Summer Connection” events that encourage community and connection while our Community Groups (CGs) are on pause. If you’re looking for ways to meet new people, these informal events are a great opportunity to connect with others.
These events are hosted by members or regular attenders of Renewal, providing a chance to engage with people outside of your Community Group while CGs take a break. Feel free to sign up for as many events as you’d like! A variety of events will be available, and if you’re interested in hosting one, please fill out this form. The events will run from June through the end of August.
Ongoing Summer Connections
Schuykill/Delaware River Trail Bike Ride Series hosted by Jenny Zhang and Ben She
Looking to get active this summer? Join the Renewal Bike Brigade! We will be hosting a series of bike rides along the two trails throughout the summer, guided by experienced bikers. We are still working out the exact dates, but please sign up to stay up-to-date on the dates when we’ll be biking. All experience levels are welcome! No capacity limit. Please complete the waiver included in the sign-up form. Sign up here to get updates: https://forms.gle/
June Summer Connections
June 7th - FDR SEA Market Visit hosted by Jenny Zhang
The Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park is a community of refugees and immigrant members who have called the Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR) Park their home since the 1980s. For 35+ years they have cultivated an open community space all their own, providing a cultural hub for social gatherings, sharing of ethnic cuisines and business opportunities through vending.
Let’s support our local, immigrant community and enjoy some delicious food, while we’re at it! We’ll be meeting at 11am on the following Saturdays: June 7th, July 12th, and August 2nd. No capacity limit.
More information will be shared after you sign up: https://forms.gle/
June 25th - Chinatown Walking Tours hosted by Jenny Zhang
Did you know? Philadelphia’s Chinatown is over 150 years old! We’ll take a walking tour of Chinatown to learn and see the rich history of the neighborhood where our congregation meets.
The walking tour should take about 1 hour. We’ll wrap up the evening with dinner and/or dessert!
Tours will be at 6:30pm on the following Wednesdays: June 25th, July 23rd, and August 27th. No capacity limit.
More information will be shared after you sign up: https://forms.gle/
July Summer Connections
July 12th - FDR SEA Market Visit hosted by Jenny Zhang
The Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park is a community of refugees and immigrant members who have called the Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR) Park their home since the 1980s. For 35+ years they have cultivated an open community space all their own, providing a cultural hub for social gatherings, sharing of ethnic cuisines and business opportunities through vending.
Let’s support our local, immigrant community and enjoy some delicious food, while we’re at it! We’ll be meeting at 11am on the following Saturdays: June 7th, July 12th, and August 2nd. No capacity limit.
More information will be shared after you sign up: https://forms.gle/
July 23rd - Chinatown Walking Tours hosted by Jenny Zhang
Did you know? Philadelphia’s Chinatown is over 150 years old! We’ll take a walking tour of Chinatown to learn and see the rich history of the neighborhood where our congregation meets.
The walking tour should take about 1 hour. We’ll wrap up the evening with dinner and/or dessert!
Tours will be at 6:30pm on the following Wednesdays: June 25th, July 23rd, and August 27th. No capacity limit.
More information will be shared after you sign up: https://forms.gle/
August Summer Connections
August 2nd - FDR SEA Market Visit hosted by Jenny Zhang
The Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park is a community of refugees and immigrant members who have called the Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR) Park their home since the 1980s. For 35+ years they have cultivated an open community space all their own, providing a cultural hub for social gatherings, sharing of ethnic cuisines and business opportunities through vending.
Let’s support our local, immigrant community and enjoy some delicious food, while we’re at it! We’ll be meeting at 11am on the following Saturdays: June 7th, July 12th, and August 2nd. No capacity limit.
More information will be shared after you sign up: https://forms.gle/
August 27th - Chinatown Walking Tours hosted by Jenny Zhang
Did you know? Philadelphia’s Chinatown is over 150 years old! We’ll take a walking tour of Chinatown to learn and see the rich history of the neighborhood where our congregation meets.
The walking tour should take about 1 hour. We’ll wrap up the evening with dinner and/or dessert!
Tours will be at 6:30pm on the following Wednesdays: June 25th, July 23rd, and August 27th. No capacity limit.
More information will be shared after you sign up: https://forms.gle/
Summer Connections - COMING UP
Crocheting/Knitting Meetup hosted by Jaz Cheung
Further details will be provided soon.
Renewal Healthcare Brunch hosted by Erica Tan
Further details will be provided soon.
Women's Bible Study hosted by Delphanie Abij
Further details will be provided soon.
Bible Study hosted by Nathan Wei
Further details will be provided soon.
Financial Stewardship hosted by Andre & Delphanie Abij
Further details will be provided soon.
Aquarium Scavenger Hunt hosted by Thomas Lee
Dive into adventure with our Aquarium Scavenger Hunt! Explore the wonders of the deep as you team up with friends—old and new—to solve clues, track down fascinating sea creatures, and discover God’s incredible underwater creations. Whether you’re racing to the finish or just soaking in the beauty of the ocean, this is a perfect way to connect, have fun, and make a splash together! The event will be family-friendly, all ages are welcome! Each person will be responsible for purchasing their own ticket, but we’ll provide the fun! Date and time will be coordinated later.
Summer Coffee House hosted by Sam Yang
Further details will be provided soon.
Hiking with the Pups! hosted by Sam Yang, Chris Li and Hanaro Kim
Further details will be provided soon.