The Right Reverend Diane M. Jardine Bruce

May 7th, 2017 

On May 7th, 2017, we are happy to announce the visitation of the Right Reverend, Diane M. Jardine Bruce, our beloved Bishop Suffragan, who will be joining us for a service of Holy Eucharist and Confirmation here at Christ Episcopal Church.

A time for fellowship will be provided after the service, in the Church hall.   Addition details regarding the service will be posted at a later date. 

Readings on Spiritually, Church History and Religious Studies

This week I find myself engrossed in the work of Kendra Creasy Dean's book, titled Almost Christian, What the Faith of our Teenagers is Telling the American Church.

The main proposition of the text is that modern Church membership is finding itself entrenched in "Moralistic Therapeutic Deism".  The idea that we cultivate our own individualistic spirituality, that suits our own needs, makes us feel good, and affirms the culture in which we participate.  As you can imagine this stands in conflict with a missional model of Church that pushes us out into the community in meaningful ways, with the hopes of finding our identity via the world we serve.  

Developed as an overview of several reports given on the "state of religion" in the United States, Dean's summary is well developed and accurate from the perspective of this Rector.  By positioning the meaning of Church as something more than just an individualistic exercise in spirituality and personal therapy Dean does well to help the reading audience identify where we might have gone wrong.  And not without positive opportunity, Dean also gives us a new lens to understand how we might be able to "do Church better".

To find a library or bookseller carrying this text, just click the link below.  

CLICK HERE (scroll to the bottom of the link page for location details)

Tuesday, February 28th, at 7:00 p.m. - Church Hall

The Christ Church community will come together to celebrate the end of Epiphany and the beginning of Lent as we have our last feast before the penitential season.

This occasion will not be without, entertainment as we are coupling the evening with performances from our congregation.  So if you have a talent, ANY TALENT, then you are welcome to sign up. 

Our Music Director Kevin Wood is the Master of Ceremonies and will schedule all acts, providing musical accompaniment and rehersals as needed.  Please contact Kevin directly, to secure your spot @   kevinw@seekevsing.com  (currently we have 5 performers lined up)

Scheduling for Season of Lent

Over the next few weeks we will be preparing for the season of Lent.  This is an excellent time to consider what Lenten practices you want to incorporate, as part of your 40 day experience.

Currently, Parish Life is working to put together several opportunities for your consideration. This list will grow in the weeks to come.  We encourage you to consider how you might take on the season of Lent, not necessarily in substitution, but in addition.  Adding spiritual practices as a means of enhancing and developing your spiritual growth and relationship with Christ and this community.

Lenten Service Schedule

6:30 a.m.             Said

12:10 p.m.           Contemplative

Service of Holy Eucharist Mid-Week

12:10 p.m.          Said service of Holy Eucharist, Thursdays, throughout Lent

   reflecting upon the liturgy of Holy Women, Holy Men

Lenten  Programming

Simple Supper and Film Series, Wednesdays throughout Lent

6:00 p.m.         Simple supper, movie and reflection

                       Occurring, each  Wednesday night throughout the season of Lent.

This simple supper film series engages contemporary films, asking  

questions that reflect upon the relevance of God and faith acting in the     world. 

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Interior Photos of the Rectory.  

The good news is that we have no leaks.  We continue to move along at record pace, as we have framed most all of the walls and are working to install the electric and plumbing.

A special thank you to Sandy Pringle, Kevin Neeves, and Kathy Van Orden for all of their support and work throughout this process

Click Here to See Pictures

April 9th - 16th, 2017

Plate and Pledge Offering

Explanation:  Typically Christ Church receives two types of weekly offering.  These donations can be categorized as either "Pledge Offerings" or "Open Plate Offerings".

Pledge Offerings, typically come in a specified envelope with a specific parishioners name or number (which corresponds to the parishioners name).  These monies are given to fulfill a commitment previously made by the parishioner, through their annual pledge.  

Open Plate Offerings, typically are monies given, by visitors to the Church or those who have not committed to an annual pledge.

All offerings are made during the 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. service each week.

Offering:

Total Pledge Offering 1/29/2017:                          $2,220.00

Total Open Plate Offering 1/29/2017:                        $86.00   

Previous Week's Offering:

Total Pledge Offering 2/5/2017:                            $4,345.00

Total Open Plate Offering 2/5/2017:                          $53.00

Current Weeks's Offering:

Total Pledge Offering 2/12/2017                          $3,020.00

Total Open Plate Offering 2/12/2017                        $65.00

We will reflect a 2016 budget to date vs. the actual income at a later time.  

Thank you for your patience!

Pastoral Care

The pastoral care team is willing and able to assist you should you find yourself sick, in need of pastoral care or wanting Holy Communion.  Pastoral care can sometimes include, home visits, hospital visits, pastoral counseling, or simply a conversation.  If you, or one of your loved ones is in need of pastoral attention please contact the Church or Fr. Nick+, at rector@christchurchrb.org or 213-663-0294.

Additionally, if you are home bound and as result would like to receive a paper copy of our weekly service bulletin please contact: Christrb@aol.com