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A special congregation meeting about funding our vision was held February 5. It was a hopeful time discussing how we are planning to live into our vision of being the heart and hands of Jesus, nurturing spiritual formation, and providing radical hospitality. Click the link below to review the materials shared at this meeting and stay tuned for more!
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The Annual Meeting
At the annual meeting on January 29, we celebrated a great year of serving God together, reviewed our
Financial Report
, received your questions, and elected a new vestry.
You asked 22 far-ranging questions, using index cards, about topics ranging from budget and congregation size to prayer ministry. Rev. Shirley discussed them with the vestry and the responses will be shared next week. Thank you for your patience.
We welcome new vestry members Debbie Bornholdt, Dutch Bumgardner, Margina Grow, Jen Hoerrner, and Jayme Klammer. Our Sr. Warden will be Jim Sowers and our Jr. Warden will be Kathy Duckworth. Please keep these and all our leaders in your prayers as we enter an exciting year of vision-focused ministry at CCE!
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The 222nd convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia was an enthusiastic 3-day gathering in Reston, VA. To be inspired, watch the "Walk in Love" video below and click the button for links to: an overview about the convention, Bishop Johnston's Pastoral Address, Bishop Goff's Report, and
Bishop Wright's Keynote Address
. Rev. Shirley has especially recommends listening to the keynote address!
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Nurture Spiritual Formation
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Men's Breakfast
The next Men's Breakfast will be in the sanctuary on Saturday, February 18 at 8:00-9:30 AM. This is a time for the men of Christ Church to gather for an extraordinary breakfast, fellowship and a discussion of a topic related to being a Christian man in today's world. These men are husbands, fathers, colleagues, neighbors, friends; all seeking to support each other and explore their faith, together. Hope you can join us!
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Kids Care Club Update
There will be no Kids Care Club meeting in February since our typical First Sunday schedule is being altered for Stop Hunger Now. Watch your eNews and the Children's Ministry Facebook group for more information on our exciting & meaningful March Meeting (First Sunday, March 5, 5:00-6:00 in Parlor).
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Register now for the Men's Retreat
All men are invited to the
annual Men's Retreat,
March 31-April 1
-- no matter where you are on your faith journey -- to spend time developing relationships and honing
tools to help us on our personal journeys.
The cost is $80 per person, which includes 3 meals and an overnight room. For those who cannot stay overnight, the cost is $40. Click button below for more info and to register.
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Youth Formation at the Garage
Today is the last day to sign up your Mid-High and Sr. High students for the Lock In/Lock Out. Don't miss this night of fun on February 10-11. We’ll be visiting Bowl America, Skate Nation, the Shady Grove YMCA, and finishing up at the Garage for a night packed with awesome fun!
The mid high mission team will be serving right here in Richmond on June 25-30. The senior high mission trip will be to Logan, WV on July 30-August 4. Register your student today!
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Open House at West End Islamic Center
The West End Islamic Center will be having an
open house
this Saturday, February 11, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. They have invited us all to come meet them at their place of worship (5000 Shady Grove Road) and learn about Islam and Muslims. The event will also be open to the general public. We are fortunate to be building a relationship with these neighbors and we hope to see you at the open house!
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Sharing Our Faith:
"Courage to Succeed"
Zachary Corkran's life has been changed by the program "Courage to Succeed." His mother, Laura-Jane, is sharing her witness with us and invitation to be a part of this program that helps young adults on the Autism Spectrum.
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Be the Heart & Hands of Jesus
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This year's Mid-High Youth Mission Trip is for EVERYone!
This summer, our mid-high youth mission team will be the heart and hands of Jesus by serving our local community. Their "home" for the week will be St. James's Episcopal Church in downtown Richmond. Throughout the week, students will be working with local mission partners in the greater Richmond Metropolitan area and immersing themselves in various service and educational opportunities. YOU are invited to participate by helping serve meals, attending mid-week worship, and serving at various outreach organizations during the day.
Click below to register your middle school student and stay tuned for more information about how adults can be involved.
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The
senior high mission team
will be traveling to
Logan, WV
on July 30-August 4.
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Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner
Shrove Tuesday is the last day before Lent begins. Please join your CCE community for a wonderful pancake dinner hosted by our Youth Ministry Team and student and parent volunteers. Your presence, and any additional donations, will help benefit Garage Student Ministries summer missions. Come out for a fun tradition on Tuesday, February 28 anytime between 5:30 and 7:00 PM and enjoy fellowship, a delicious meal, and support a great cause.
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Save the Date
Ash Wednesday Worship
Wednesday, March 1
7:45 AM, 12:00 PM, 7:00 PM
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Lent Bible Studies
The season of Lent is a wonderful time to focus on the goal of spiritual formation that changes the way we think and act and two opportunities to study the Acts of the Apostles will be offered. The Acts of the Apostles is the oldest description of how to “Be the Church.” It’s an encouragement to us because it opens our eyes to how God is working in us and around us all the time.
Offered Sundays in Lent (March 5-April 2) 12:15 – 1:45 PM with Rev. Shirley --OR-- Tuesdays in Lent (March 7-April 4) 7:00 – 8:30 PM with Rev. Robin
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Always Inviting • Growing Deeper • Serving Others •
Christ Church Episcopal
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