We're excited that our *new* Fall Worship Schedule will allow Adult Formation on Sunday Mornings. Aren't you?
 
Just a reminder that starting September 16, we will gather for worship on Sunday mornings at 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM to provide a long-sought adult education time between the services.

Want a sneak peek of some of the new Fall Formation opportunities? Thought so!

  • Faith at Home resources for households of all sizes
  • Open Circles (new!) small group
  • Episcopal 101 & (new!) 201
  • Conspire Conference Webcast series featuring Richard Rohr
  • Journey through the Bible: Creation through Revelation
  • & more!

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New Study Begins August 26 -- Civil Discourse: Moving from Political Divide into Holy Conversation
In the current moment in our society, there is great divide among families, friends, neighbors, and fellow citizens on how to be present with one another and hold fruitful conversations regarding the social and political issues of the day. In an effort to equip one another to have "Civil Discourse" with one another, the Episcopal Church Office of Government Relations has developed a curriculum to cover the tenets for civil discourse, how to have values-based conversations, understand and acknowledge the complexities of policy, and create a sacred space for healthy debate. Join the Rev. Richard Pelkey in the Library on Tuesday evenings, August 28, September 4 & 11, from 6:30-8:00 PM to learn how we can grow to listen to and love one another more deeply.
Share your stories and photos for display at our 25th Anniversary Celebration
We'd love to display your favorite memory or wish for the future of CCE
Whether your favorite memory happened in the 90s or happened last week, we hope you'll make time to share it with your church family. We'll be collecting these stories to place on display as part of our 25th Anniversary Celebration on September 9. We are also gathering wishes for the future -- what hopes do you have for our beloved Christ Church? Let us know!
Have you RSVPed to the big event? On September 9, we hope you will help us celebrate 25 years of inviting, growing, and living in Christ
On Sunday, September 9 , we will honor our past, celebrate our present, and look to the future. Our celebration begins in worship at 10:00 AM, followed by a catered picnic lunch and party on the lawn.

MENU
Southern Fried Chicken
Salad
Fresh Fruit
Southern Potato Salad
Baked Beans
String Beans
Buttermilk Biscuits

Assorted Cakes

Plus--music & games for the kids!
 

Back to School Blessing on August 26 for students of all ages -- plus teachers, administrators, professors, and more!
On August 26, we hope you’ll make plans to join us in worship at 10 AM as we offer a special blessing over the donated GMES school supplies, as well as your own backpacks, laptops, workbags, etc. We invite all students, teachers, professors, administrators, and those heading off to college to bring their own items as we offer a blessing for the start of a new school year.
 



Join the Christ Church Champs and "Speak Up" for teenage mental health
Teenage mental health remains an important issue that is all-too-often hidden from our collective attention. Cameron Gallagher knew all about that. She battled her teen depression, successfully, by training to run. Her efforts led her to compete in a 5K race which tragically resulted in her death.

Grieving family members organize a yearly 5K race, in Cameron's honored memory, to bring attention to issues of youth mental well-being. The SpeakUp5k Richmond is scheduled for Saturday, September 8. Participants can walk, jog, run, or cheer others on.

This year, Christ Church will have a team of movers: the Christ Church Champs . If you'd like to participate, click on the link below to register.
  
If you cannot participate, perhaps you'll consider making a donation toward the team's fundraising goal. Our team name is Christ Church Champs , and you can search the team name to join, to support a member, or to donate.

Whether you show up, pull out your wallet, walk, run, or play cheerleader, please keep this day--and our Christ Church team--in prayer. 
1 more week to donate new school Supplies for GMES students
A favorite mission here at CCE is our annual schools supplies drive for our dear little friends at George Mason Elementary School.  Click here for a shopping list or pick one up at worship this weekend. P lease bring your donated school supplies to worship by August 26 and make plans to join us that day as we offer a special blessing over these supplies , as well as your own backpacks, laptops, workbags, etc. We invite all students, teachers, professors, administrators, and those heading off to college to bring their own items as we offer a blessing for the start of a new school year.
 
Singers welcome at the Adult Choir Workshop
Do you like to sing? Ever thought about joining the choir? The adult choir workshop is a great way to “try out” choir and spend a fun day meeting new friends, singing and enjoying a pot luck lunch. The workshop will be held on Saturday, September 1 from 9:00 AM-3:00 PM in the music room. Please RSVP to Laura McNally . Newbies always welcome!


Your student is welcome at Garage Student Ministries
End-of-Summer Pool Party: Sunday, August 19 at Canterbury Pool (6-8 PM). Grab a friend and get ready for a fun evening at the pool to close out our summer. We'll have pizza, drinks, pool games, and more! Please register in Realm Events to help give us a headcount for food.

All youth families, mark your calendars and make plans to join us for our “Open House at the Garage” fall kickoff event on Sunday, September 16 from 6:00-7:30 PM. Come and hear all about our 2018-2019 program year and how to get your student involved. We’ll enjoy live music from the Garage Youth Worship Team; free cookout and ice cream; fun group games; family fun photo booth; information packets; and more!
OFFICE HOURS
Church Office Reception Hours
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, Monday-Friday
 
Lobby accessible
Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM- 4:30 PM
Friday, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
 
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