Get "wRight" Fundraiser
Friday, March 1 & Saturday, March 2
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Tuesday, March 5
Ash Wednesday
Wednesday, March 6
Family Yoga
Thursday, March 7
Montgomery Civil Rights Trip
Saturday, March 9
Lenten Choral Evensong
Sunday, March 10
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THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW...
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MEMBERSHIP MATTERS
(New Member Class)
Sunday, March 3 ~ 9:30-10:15 AM ~ Library
Father Michael will be leading a class for new members and anyone who wants to learn more about our church. The class will be in the library (upstairs in the Christian Ed building) on Sunday, March 3 during Sunday School (9:30-10:15 AM). Childcare is provided.
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"GET wRIGHT" MARDI GRAS FUNDRAISER
Friday, March 1 & Saturday, March 2
It's Mardi Gras parade time and the best place to enjoy the Friday evening illuminated and Saturday afternoon parades is in front of Christ Church! So “GET wRIGHT” with adult beverages, waters & snacks, plus all proceeds support our local parish outreach projects. Tell your friends and neighbors to stop by too! GET wRIGHT will be open Friday, March 1 for the 7:30 PM parade and Saturday, March 2 for the 2 PM parade.
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SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER
Tuesday, March 5 ~ 5:30 PM ~ Parish Hall
Before we enter the Holy Season of Lent, we will gather in the Parish Hall on “Mardi Gras” for the annual tradition of pancake (and ham) eating! Proceeds will be used to feed our hungry neighbors through Bridging the Gap; suggested donation $5. All are welcome!
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ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICES
Wednesday, March 6
8:00 AM
- EDS Imposition of Ashes
12:00 Noon
- Holy Eucharist
& Imposition of Ashes
5:30 PM
- Holy Eucharist
& Imposition of Ashes
Nursery care available at the 5:30 service.
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Christ Church Children and Family Ministries present:
FAMILY YOGA
Thursday, March 7 ~ 6:00-7:00 PM Parish Hall
All ages are welcome to join in this intergenerational, family-friendly class.
**Please bring your own yoga mat
(limited extras will be available)**
Participation is free ~ Donations are appreciated!
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MONTGOMERY
CIVIL RIGHTS TOUR
Saturday, March 9
Christ Church and Temple Beth El are excited to partner on a day of learning and fellowship as we journey to Montgomery, Alabama. As part of the day we will visit the newly opened Memorial for Peace and Justice, the Rosa Parks Museum, and other important civil rights sites. Thanks to the generous support of the Robert H. Kahn Jr. Family Foundation, the cost for this day of learning, including bus transportation and admission fees, is only $25 for adults and $15 for children (under 18 must be accompanied by an adult). Buses will depart Pensacola promptly at 7 AM, returning at approximately 7 PM. Breakfast and afternoon snacks will be provided with lunch on your own in downtown Montgomery. Space is limited so please reserve your spot as soon as possible. To RSVP contact Traci
traci@christ-church.net
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CIRCLE OF CARE MEETING
Wednesday, February 20 ~ 2:00 PM ~ Parlor
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PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
Thursday, February 21 ~ 9:30 AM ~ Parlor
Newcomers always welcome; instructions provided for those who wish to learn!
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YOUNG ADULTS: CONVERSATION & COMPLINE
Thursday, February 21 ~ 5:30-7:00 PM
We will meet for a beer and some laid back Godly discussion at 5:30 PM at Pensacola Bay Brewery and then walk over to Old Christ Church for compline at 6:30 PM.
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CELEBRATION OF THE FEAST DAY OF ABSALOM JONES
Saturday, February 23 ~ 11:00 AM-1:00 PM ~ Church of the Good Shepherd, Mobile, AL
Featured speaker: The Rev. Melanie Mullen,
Director of Reconciliation, Justice & Creation Care for The Episcopal Church
For more information, please Joe McDaniel, Jr. at 415-225-9066 or
mcdanieljoe43@yahoo.com
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NEEDLEPOINT GROUP ~ Tuesday, February 26 ~ 10:30 AM
We will meet upstairs in the Christian Education Building.
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2019 DIOCESAN MEN'S CONFERENCE
March 1-3 ~ Beckwith Camp & Conference Center
"Doing the Bible Better"
featuring the Rev. Terence Elsberry,
Priest Associate, Christ Church, Greenwich, CT
To register and for further information, click
here
. Registration brochures also available on the information table in the Parish Office.
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ECW MARCH LUNCHEON
Tuesday, March 5 ~ 11:30 AM ~ Parish Hall
Mr. John Appleyard, Local Historian —
“Behind the Mask: The History of Mardi Gras & Fat Tuesday in Pensacola”
All invited; luncheon cost $8.00. If interested, please contact Jane Buttram at 850-221-9666.
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EPIC CHALLENGE BOOK CLUB:
The Sparrow
Wednesday, March 6 ~ 3:00 PM ~ Parlor
This book club loves Mary Doria Russell, and on Wednesday, March 6th, we will be discussing
The Sparrow
, her theological, tragic and hilarious tale of space exploration in the near future, cross cultural friendships, how major misunderstandings between cultures can happen, and their grotesque and unforeseen consequences. While part of a two volume story (
Children of God
is the second book in the series), each book can be read as a stand-alone. This is a perfect read for those who like to challenge their understanding of the workings of the universe. We welcome you to join us for a wild and whacky discussion.
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Contemplative Outreach of Pensacola invites you to the 27th Annual
UNITED IN PRAYER DAY
Saturday, March 16 ~ 9:00 AM-Noon
Gulf Breeze United Methodist Church, 75 Fairpoint Dr.
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JOIN THE CHRIST CHURCH TRAVELERS FOR THE
FESTIVAL OF FLOWERS & BELLINGRATH GARDENS!
Thursday, March 21
Join us as we travel to Mobile for “Festival of Flowers” to celebrate its 27th anniversary. This year's theme is "Dutch Gardens" and the show will transport visitors to the splendor of springtime in the Netherlands. It is the largest outdoor flower show in the southeast and has been chosen for more than a decade as one of the Southeast Tourism Society's “Top Twenty Events for March”. We will enjoy delicious cuisine at the Garden Cafe and unique gifts in the shops in the Garden Market. Lunch will be available at the Cafe for $10 or you can bring your lunch. There will be ample time to eat lunch on our way to Bellingrath where we will enjoy an afternoon of touring the beautiful Home and Gardens.
Built in 1935 the 10,500 square foot home has 15 rooms that are furnished with original antiques. The gardens include 65 acres of year-round beauty.
We will depart PROMPTLY at 8:30 AM and return by 5 PM. The cost is $70 per person and includes transportation, admission fees, bottled water & tip for the bus driver. If interested, please sign up at breakfast or coffee hour on Sunday in the Parish Hall. Please make checks payable to Christ Church and send to Lucy Rentz, 4795 Velasquez, 32504. For more information, please call Lucy at 432-6366 or
lucyrentz@cox.net
. YOUR CHECK IS YOUR RESERVATION. Checks are held until the trip is confirmed. Friends welcome!
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EPISCOPAL YOUTH COMMUNITY NEWS
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EYC activities will resume in March
with the arrival of new youth director, Britton Lynn!
In the meantime, join us on Sunday mornings for Jr. & Sr. High Sunday School
at 9:30 after breakfast in the Undercroft!
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ANNUAL REGISTRATION
Each year we ask every family to complete an annual EYC Registration form, which covers all of our day trips and on campus EYC events for the year. Please
click here
to get started.
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CHRISTIAN FORMATION
ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL ~ 9:30 AM
Lectionary Class — With Advent the church begins times of special reflection. Advent is the time of expectation and return, followed by Epiphany, a time of discovery, Lent, as a time of examination, and Easter, the capstone of the year, a time of joy and celebration. Come and experience these times in the Lectionary Class. Just as Jesus invited his disciples to “come and see,” come and discover what Jesus’ life, death and resurrection mean in our own times.
This class is held in the Parlor. Led by Dick Hooper.
Sunday Adult Education Round Table —
For more information contact David Starling by text or phone at (850) 712-0977 or email
dastarling@cox.net
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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.
SUNDAY SCHOOL FOR YOUTH ~ 9:30 ~ 2nd floor Christian Ed Bldg.
Godly Play — PreK & K, Rm. 36; 1st & 2nd Grades, Rm. 37
For our youngest worshippers, we utilize the Godly Play curriculum to help the children explore their faith through wonder and play. Each week, a Bible story is told to the children using the Godly Play method, after which children utilize their "work time" to create something in response to the story.
Feasting on the Word — 3rd, 4th, & 5th Grades, Rm. 39
In our "transition class," children begin the bridge to middle school Sunday School through the use of the Feasting on the Word curriculum. Feasting on the Word provides a solid scriptural and theological base, inviting leaders and learners with the opportunity for a deeper understanding of common Bible passages. This program utilizes a mixture of scripture readings, discussion, visual art, and multimedia resources to create an engaging educational setting for our learners.
JR. & SR. HIGH SUNDAY SCHOOL ~ 9:30 ~ in the Undercroft
NURSERY ~ 7:45 AM - 12:00 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
VII Epiphany
February 24, 2019
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ACOLYTES: 8:00 - Sandy Phillips, John Phillips III, John Hendrix
10:30 - Jack Allebach, Merrill Dickerson, Mallory Dickerson,
Ben Heindl, Emma Klahorst, Reid Klahorst, Ella Major,
Elizabeth Owens, Cortney Sherman, Davis Sherman
CHALICE BEARERS: 8:00 - Phyllis Kreiner, Bob Kreiner
10:30 - Al Marretta, Margherita Soule, Kim Stafford, John Martin
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IMPORTANT PASTORAL CARE INFORMATION
Have an emergency and need a priest?
Call the Parish Office, 850-432-5115.
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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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NEW HEARING LOOP INSTALLED
Christ Church has recently installed a hearing loop system f
or hearing-impaired individuals who wear hearing aids with activated telecoils (or T-coils)
. Users should turn their hearing aid to the setting marked "T". This will allow your hearing aid to act like a speaker directly connected to the church’s sound system. After the service has ended, you should turn off the "T" setting. Background: A telecoil (or T-coil) is a small coil of wire inside a hearing aid that is designed to pick up a magnetic signal. When using the telecoil setting on your hearing aid it turns off the microphone so that it will only pick up the electromagnetic signal and convert it to sound. This allows you to hear only the magnetic signal from the hearing loop system. Ask your audiologist or hearing health care provider about telecoils and if it is right for you.
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TRANSITIONS
We welcome
Melissa Banks and
Robin Allen & Dan Nod
who visited with us on 17 February, 2019
The sympathy of the parish is extended to the family of
Frances Pirotte Zink who died on 8 February, 2019.
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