Lenten Dinner
Wednesday, March 7
Second Saturday
Saturday, March 10
Holy Week Services
March 26-30
Easter Sunday
Sunday, April 1
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2018 LENTEN SERIES ~ “Lessons I’ve Learned”
Wednesday nights through March 21st
5:30-6:00 PM — Supper
($5 per adult, $2 per child, $12 max per family)
6:00-6:45 PM — Program
Alternate activities available for youth & teens
Nursery care available
6:45-7:00 PM — Compline
Each Wednesday night, a different guest speaker will present one lesson they have learned about God and their faith. Please join us!
March 7 — The Rev. Mary Alice Mathison
Menu: Hamburgers, hot dogs & the trimmings, dessert, water, tea & coffee
March 14 — The Rev. Molly Payne Hardin
Menu: Pulled pork, baked beans, cole slaw, dessert, water, tea & coffee
March 21 — The Rev. Michael Hoffman
Menu: Fried chicken, roasted chicken, mashed potatoes, vegetable medley, salad, dessert,
water, tea & coffee
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LENTEN BOOKMARKS
As a spiritual discipline this Lent, Christ Church is reading the Book of Luke. Bookmarks are available on the information table in the Parish Office. The readings can also be accessed
here.
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LENTEN REFLECTIONS
During Lent we will be posting a short video (Vlog) series each week.
This week Father Michael encourages us to take the time to pray. There are several ways to pray. It doesn't always have to be a devoted time. Prayer can be done at any given moment. Click
here
to watch the video.
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LENTEN BLOG
Our most recent Lenten blog is out! Bruce Partington captures stunning images for the reader in
"
The Lightening Darkness
."
We hope you will take a moment to read. Thank you, Bruce, for such a profound and powerful blog!
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JOIN OUR NEW CHRIST CHURCH FACEBOOK GROUP!
You may have heard that FB has changed their algorithms which limits what is posted on your newsfeed. We have created a FB group which will now provide upcoming events, news and a link to our weekly
Chronicle
. We invite you to join our group by clicking
here
. Our current
Christ Church page
will continue providing videos, blogs, photos of events and other interactive content for social engagement. You can also go to the "following" tab on our page and select "see first in your newsfeed." This will ensure our posts don't get hidden.
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DIOCESAN CONVENTION UPDATE
Click
here
for a letter from Father Michael recapping the 2018 Diocesan Convention.
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VESTRY FORMALIZES COMMITTEE
TO EXPAND CHRIST CHURCH OUTREACH
In January, to strengthen and expand our parish's commitment to helping people in need, the vestry formally established the Christ Church Outreach Committee. For more information about their mission, goals and expansion, click
here
.
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MARCH MADNESS UPDATE:
Chickens Jump Ahead!
After a slow start in the game, the Chickens have forged ahead with 13 new players on the court while the Goats only picked up 2 this week making the score
Chickens 15 — Goats 10. Check out the bulletin board in the hallway to keep up with the game and see the cleverly named players!
March Madness continues until Easter so there is plenty of time to join the team of your choice. The best-named animals will be announced in church, so don’t forget to let your clever or silly side show! Special pink envelopes may be found in the pews, on the information table in the Parish Office, and at “Information Station” in the Parish Hall after Sunday services. If you want to get in the game, complete the form inside and enclose with your check; envelopes may be placed in the Sunday offering, given to Tim Heindl, or mailed in. Your gift of $80 will make it possible for a family in a developing country to have either a goat or some chickens which provide vital food and income and thus enables sustainability. Questions? Contact Hilda Jones at
hildalittlejones@cox.net.
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EPIC CHALLENGE BOOK CLUB
Wednesday, March 7 ~ 3:00 PM ~ Parlor
The EPIC Challenge Book Club will meet Wednesday, March 7, at our new 3:00 time in the Parlor to discuss much-talked-about
Little Fires Everywhere
by Celeste Ng.
LFE
has been on the New York Times best seller list for many months. Join us for tears, laughter and spirited discourse.
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SECOND SATURDAY
Saturday, March 10 ~ 5:00 AM Waterfront Rescue Mission
Join us on the 2nd Saturday of every month when we’ll be cooking breakfast for the men of Waterfront Rescue Mission. Arrive promptly at 5:00 AM (380 Herman Street) and we’ll begin serving at 5:45 AM. If you’d like to help Lisa Williams with food prep the day prior, please e-mail her at
lisaw257@mchsi.com.
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DAUGHTERS OF THE KING
Saturday, March 10 ~ 9:30 AM
Parlor
We meet at 9:30 AM on the second Saturday of each month in the Parlor. Anyone interested in learning more about DOK can attend a meeting or contact Monica Barnard, 587-6026, or Susan Martin, 542-7730.
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CENTERING PRAYER INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP
Saturday, March 10 ~ 9:00 AM-2:30 PM
Cokesbury United Methodist Church, Pensacola
Contemplative Outreach of Pensacola invites you to a Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop. Prayer is an expression of love
for
and relationship
with
God. Centering Prayer deepens that relationship and disciplines us to become aware of God's presence and action in our lives. All are welcome. A $30 workshop fee includes lunch and David Muyskens
Forty Days to a Closer Walk with God
. Commissioned Presenter: Minta McDavid. Details and registration at
centeringprayerpensacola.com
.
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ECW CHAPTER MEETINGS
St. Simon:
Monday, March 12, 10:00 AM, in the Parlor. Amy Hoffman will be our speaker.
St. Luke:
Tuesday, March 13, 10:00 AM. Members and others who wish to attend will meet at the church at 10:00 and then proceed to Temple Beth-El for a tour led by Rabbi Joel Fleekop.
St. Andrew:
Tuesday, March 20, 10:30 AM, in the Parlor.
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THE BRIDGE GROUP
will meet on Monday, March 12, at 12:30 PM in the Parlor. For questions, please contact Elspeth Lloyd at 432-0195.
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PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
Thursday, March 15 ~ 9:30 AM ~ Parlor
Newcomers always welcome; instructions provided for those who wish to learn!
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BROTHERHOOD OF ST. ANDREW
Saturday, March 17 ~ 8:00 AM ~ Parish Hall
All men invited!
Please sign up for breakfast reservations via the link on the Christ Church website,
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CENTERING PRAYER’S UNITED IN PRAYER (UIP) DAY
Saturday, March 17 ~ 9:00 AM-Noon
Gulf Breeze United Methodist Church, Gulf Breeze
On this 26th Annual UIP Day, Centering Prayer groups world-wide will unite in silence and reflection. Contemplative Outreach of Pensacola is hosting this morning gathering that will include two twenty-minute Centering Prayer periods, refreshments, and a time of reflection on the theme: “Healing in the World the Divine Way.” For those new to Centering Prayer, arrive early for an 8:30 brief introduction to the Centering Prayer practice. Details and registration at
centeringprayerpensacola.com.
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EASTER FLOWER DEDICATIONS
Easter lilies and spring flowers make our Easter services visually glorious each year. We invite all parishioners to share in the experience through a memorial or thanksgiving gift. Names of the loved ones you honor or remember will be printed in the Easter bulletin. Flower Dedication forms are available on the information table outside the Parish Office and are due
no later than
Wednesday, March 21st
.
Please return your form to Kelly Heindl in the Parish Office.
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HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE
Monday in Holy Week, March 26
Confession - 10:30 AM, Chapel
Holy Eucharist - 12:00 PM
Tuesday in Holy Week, March 27
Confession - 10:30 AM, Chapel
Holy Eucharist - 12:00 PM
Wednesday in Holy Week, March 28
Holy Eucharist - 12:00 PM
Maundy Thursday, March 29
Holy Eucharist - 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist with Foot Washing & Stripping of the Altar - 5:30 PM
Good Friday, March 30
Stations of the Cross - 10:30 AM
(starting at Old Christ Church)
The Good Friday Liturgy - 12:00 PM
Passiontide Lessons & Carols - 7:00 PM
Holy Saturday, March 31 9:00 AM - Prayers, Church
Easter Day, April 1
The Great Vigil with Holy Eucharist - 5:30 AM
Holy Eucharist (for Children & Parents) - 8:15 AM
Holy Eucharist - 10:30 AM
The Parish Office will be closed Monday, April 2 & Tuesday, April 3.
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HOLY BAPTISM AT CHRIST CHURCH
Upcoming Dates for the Sacrament of New Birth
April 8, 2018 — The Second Sunday of Easter
May 20, 2018 — The Day of Pentecost
July 22, 2018 — The Ninth Sunday of Pentecost
Please contact Kelly Heindl at the Parish Office, 432-5115, to make preparations.
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ADULT CONFIRMATION CLASSES BEGIN APRIL 8
Adult Confirmation is an opportunity to "confirm" your baptismal faith during the bishop’s visit on Sunday, May 6th. It is also a way to take ownership in being a member of an Episcopal Church. Classes will be held on Sundays, April 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 9:30-10:15 AM in the Parish Hall, with a special afternoon class on Sunday, April 15th from 12:30-3:00 PM. To sign up, please e-mail Kelly Heindl, Parish Secretary, at
christchurchpns@aol.com
. If you have any questions, e-mail Father Michael at
Michael@christ-church.net
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ANNUAL PARISH PICNIC & GUEST SUNDAY
PLANNED FOR SUNDAY, APRIL 8
Mark your calendar for our Annual Parish Picnic and Guest Sunday on Sunday, April 8th. This year it will be held the Sunday after Easter. Let us all join together to celebrate with family and friends!
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EPISCOPAL YOUTH COMMUNITY NEWS
EYC PROGRAM
Sundays ~ 5-7 PM in the Undercroft
Everyone can arrive at 5 PM and stay until 7 PM! When your group isn't meeting, you will have time to hang out in the Undercroft, use the game tables, or have access to the quiet study room. You can even bring a group of friends and study for that big test! Snacks and drinks available during the rec and study time.
Middle School EYC: 5:00 - 5:45 PM
Combined Dinner: 5:45 - 6:15 PM
High School EYC: 6:15 - 7:00 PM
*If there is a Saturday weekend event, retreat, etc, we probably aren't having Sunday night EYC.
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EQUIPPED FOR THE JOURNEY:
A Five Week Lenten Series
When was the last time you were packing for a trip and thought, "I feel like I'm forgetting something?" Our lives are journeys which are intertwined with the Holy and rooted in community. Join us as we create, discover and deepen our faith through the season of Lent as we cultivate spiritual practices to become equipped for the journey. The youth will join the parish for dinner at 5:30 PM in the Parish Hall and have a program from 6-7 PM in the Undercroft.
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PROVIDE DINNER FOR EYC
Sign up to bring dinner for all middle and high school youth on Sunday night! Part of providing dinner is setting up, serving and cleaning up dinner. Meals are served from 5:45-6:15 PM in the Parish Hall.
We need dinner provided on March 25 and April 1.
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CHRISTIAN FORMATION
ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL ~ 9:30 AM
Rector's Class — "The Integration of EDS: A Local History of Race"
March 11 — Father Michael shares the results of his research on his doctoral dissertation.
This class meets in the Parish Hall.
Living The Good News
This class meets in the Parlor. Led by Dick Hooper.
Sunday Adult Education Round Table
"How Should We Speak to One Another" is the eighth step in our study of Karen Armstrong's book,
Twelve Steps to a Compassionate Life.
This step is extremely significant for us at this time in our history. We often find ourselves avoiding communication with persons who have different opinions, values, political and religious affiliations than ourselves. Such lack of interaction can prevent us from having compassion for those who are not part of our social group. We can also start to ignore the pain of others because we think they caused their affliction. Join us as we think and discuss ways to listen and communicate with our fellow humans. You may want to read pages 131-142 as preparation for the class. Suggestions of topics and books for our next study are encouraged. Please make suggestions for study or to get more information contact David Starling by text or phone at (850) 712-0977 or email
dastarling@cox.net
.
This class meets upstairs in Rm. 32 of the Christian Education Building. Led by David Starling.
Sunday Centering Prayer Group —
Centering Prayer is a method of silent prayer that prepares us to receive the gift of contemplative prayer, in which we experience God's presence within us. We begin by taking a few minutes to go over the basic guidelines of the practice for anyone who is new. We then sit together in the 20-minute prayer period, followed by a brief time for sharing and intercessory prayer. All are welcome — newcomers and experienced practitioners.
This class meets in the Centering Prayer room on the administrative hallway. The facilitator is Joan White.
YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL ~ 9:15 AM
Separate middle and high school classes use movie clips, TV, art, music & poetry to bring the lectionary into dialogue with current events. C
lass meets in the Undercroft.
CHILDREN'S SUNDAY SCHOOL ~ 9:30 AM
4th & 5th Grade — "Connect" — Rm. 39, upstairs in the Christian Ed Bldg.
2nd & 3rd Grade — "Godly Play" — Rm. 30, upstairs in the Christian Ed Bldg.
K5 & 1st Grade — "Godly Play" — Rm. 37, upstairs in the Christian Ed Bldg.
K3 & K4 — "Godly Play" — Rm. 36, upstairs in the Christian Ed. Bldg.
NURSERY ~ 7:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Infants - 2 yrs. old — Nursery, first floor of the Christian Ed Bldg.
Infants — Rm. 24, first floor of the Christian Ed. Bldg.
Preschool Toddlers — Ages 2 & 3 — Rm. 21, first floor of the Christian Ed. Bldg.
Bible lessons are provided each week during the 10:30 service.
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SUNDAY WORSHIP LEADERS
IV Lent
March 11, 2018
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ACOLYTES: 8:00 - Julie McGill, Greg Reese, Brennan Dampier
10:30 - Malcolm McKinley, Anna Lowrey Robinson, Shelby Speck, Brennan Brewer, Reese Brewer, Anna Kathryn Speck, Turner Collins, Aidan Efird, Samuel Efird, Ellie Speck, Wiley Collins
CHALICE BEARERS: 8:00 - Greg Reese, John Kendall
10:30 - Steve Fluegge, Eric Stevenson, John Hunt, Grace Sims
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IMPORTANT PASTORAL CARE INFORMATION
Have an emergency and need a priest?
Call our hotline 850-332-8865
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STEPHEN MINISTERS CARE!
Life events can sometimes seem overwhelming. If you are having trouble coping or have a family member or friend that needs care, let us know. We'd be happy to assign a Stephen Minister to you. Stephen Ministers are lay people who are trained in pastoral care. No one should suffer alone. E-mail
StephenMinistry@christ-church.net
for more information.
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ALTAR FLOWER MEMORIALS
Each week our worship service is enhanced with beautiful fresh flowers. After the Sunday services, the altar flower arrangements are reworked into smaller arrangements. These arrangements are delivered to members of our parish family that are unable to attend a Sunday service. The altar flowers are a memorial, a thanksgiving for an anniversary, a birthday, a new birth, or a thanksgiving for God's blessings. The donation is listed in the weekly bulletin. Forms to participate in this ministry are available on the information table in the Parish Office.
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TRANSITIONS
We welcome
Henry Swift Morrow,
son of Saranne & Jason Morrow and grandson of Margherita Soule,
born on 27 February, 2018, 8 lbs. 4 oz.
We welcome to Christ Church
David Beckwith Taylor, Jr. who has transferred to us from St. Christopher's, Pensacola, FL.
We wish Godspeed to
Dwight Churchill Babcock, Jessica Harris Babcock, Emory Helena Babcock,
and Adelaide Bale Babcock
who have transferred to Christ Church, Ponte Vedra, FL.
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