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Don't miss a chance to connect with CARITAS
Through CARITAS we will provide shelter, meals, and support to homeless women on October 29-November 5. There are still some critical serving needs:
- Overnight Hosts: Saturday, October 29
- After Dinner Clean Up: Monday, October 31
- Dinner Cooks: Tuesday, November 1
And all volunteers are encouraged to come to
Connecting with CARITAS
on Saturday,
October 29 at 9:00 AM
. Volunteers will receive a brief background on CARITAS, what to expect from our guests, and a rundown of volunteer responsibilities. Our CARITAS team will be there to answer all your questions and get you prepared for the week ahead. You are also invited to stay afterwards to help us setup for our guests so they arrive in a welcoming, loving and beautiful space!
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"In this dream, we share our struggles and challenges. We are partners with each other. We wear God's face."
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As part of our Walk in Love annual giving season,Wendy Dickinson shares her dream for Christ Church in the future. If you have not done so, please:
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The Bishops of Virginia invite you to participate in a 56-hour Prayer Vigil leading up to and through Election Day on November 8.
In doing so, we will be joining Episcopalians from all over the United States in praying for an end to the extraordinary divisions and rancor that have characterized this political season. No matter who wins these elections, we pray for a peaceful transition to a time when we will once again see the face of God in each other, no matter how passionate our differences.
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Register now for First Sundays on November 6
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Topical Program, 5:00—6:00 PM
Digital Addiction & Disconnecting
It's difficult for all of us, particularly teens, to
break the constant hold that digital devices
have on us and the negative effects
from such addiction.
Guest Speaker: Dr. Maria Clark Fleshood, LPC
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Kids Care Club, 5:00--6:00 PM
Making Giving Tree Ornaments
to benefit Hope & Resurrection Secondary School in South Sudan
Guest Speaker, Suzanne Hicks
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Bible Study, 5:00—6:00 PM
The Gospel of Luke
Join us for a thoughtful overview of the
Gospel of Luke so that we can each powerfully interpret the word during this season.
Led by Michael Compton, Ph.D.
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Fellowship Meal, 6:00—7:00 PM
Catered by Mesopotamia Deli
Mediterranean Feast, featuring Chicken Kabobs, rice pilaf, quinoa salad, Greek salad, brownies, cookies and more!
8/adults & teens, $5/kids, free/under 3
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Bring the littles! Nursery care provided for children under 4.
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New Book Study at the Men's Monday Bible Study
The Monday morning men's Bible study is expanding their horizons. While usually studying books of the Bible, the group is going to start reading A Long Obedience in the Same Direction by Eugene Peterson, beginning October 31. You might recognize this title as it is the book we’ve been using to guide our Men’s Breakfasts. The Bible study group meets every Monday from 7:30-8:30 AM in the church parlor. Group leader Dave Wasik says, “we'd love to welcome new folks to the group!” and he welcomes any questions you may have: davidswasik@gmail.com.
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Submit names for the Feast of All Saints
In worship on November 5 and 6 we will celebrate the Feast of All Saints, remembering our loved ones who joined the great cloud of witnesses this past year. You are invited to have persons included in the prayers by sending their names to communications@christchurchrichmond.com. Please come as we join in the Communion of Saints to worship on this major feast day in the Church.
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No Sunday School or Children's Chapel this Weekend
Christ Church believes in children being active participants in worship. Bring your children to worship this weekend! We will have things available to keep little hands busy.
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Submit Vestry Nominations
In the Episcopal Church, the Vestry is the lay body that provides leadership and guidance to the church. On behalf of the vestry, we are accepting nominations for people to serve on the vestry beginning February 2017. We'll be electing 5 persons. You can nominate yourself or someone else, if they've agreed to be nominated. Must be a confirmed Episcopalian. Please make the nomination in writing, emailed to either Cindy Harper or Rev. Shirley Smith Graham.
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Fall Women's Retreat
Registration deadline extended through Sunday, October 30!
All women are invited to Shalom House in Montpelier on November 4-5 as our guest leader, Marsha Hurt, guides in "Yearning & Preparing for God's Kingdom." We will discuss what it means to live lives marked by love, forgiveness, and celebration; to look to God and his strength so that our roots go deep and our branches are strong; and to remain steadfast in our love for God and each other through all the seasons of life. We'll gather Friday 5-9 PM & Saturday 8 AM-3 PM. Stay overnight or commute-just join us for a time of reflection and renewal!
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Christmas Pageant rehearsals begin next week
At this year’s Christmas Pageant on Saturday, December 17, our children will share the greatest story -- when “Love Came Down.” All children ages 4 through 12th grade are invited to participate and adult and youth helpers are needed! Rehearsals start next Wednesday, November 2, 6:30-7:30 PM.
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Updates for Youth & Parents from the Garage
All Sr. High students are invited to come on our
Fall Retreat to Shrine Mont
,
November 4-6
. We’ll enjoy a weekend of outdoor fun, worship, community-building, and retreat. The deadline to register is Tuesday, November 1.
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Thank you for your Hurricane Relief Efforts!
Thanks to the congregation’s generosity through your pledges, our Mission & Outreach Committee has been able to release $4,000 to Episcopal Relief and Development for Hurricane Matthew relief for Haiti and North Carolina. If anyone would like to add to this amount, we encourage you to do so directly
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"And the blind receive sight..." Matt.11:5
Thanks for giving the gift of sight to 130 brothers and sisters!
Thanks to your donations of used eyeglasses, Matthew Armentrout's team will be able to provide eye exams and glasses to 130 men, women, and children in Mexico.
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