Each Sunday, as part of the service, Charles gave what was officially called an "Invitation to the Life of the Congregation."  This was a welcome to all who were in attendance and a listing of the events on deck for the week: gardening club, beach cleanup, Bible study, bake sale.  Charles thought of it as the reminder that we are not alone. A public declaration of places to gather in and interests to share. 
-The Dearly Beloved, Cara Wall, p. 124