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December 6, 2018
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This Sunday at Christ Church
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Faith & Practice
Episcopalians' Compassionate Response to a Hurting World
Timothy Murray is a member of St. Michael's Episcopal Church in Barrington, and serves as volunteer Diocesan Coordinator for Episcopal Relief and Development in the Episcopal Diocese of Chicago. Episcopal Relief & Development is the compassionate response of The Episcopal Church to human suffering in the world. (
www.episcopalrelief.org
) Tim will lead us in a discussion of the organization's asset-based approach to development work, and share several powerful videos illustrating its impact.
Handbell Choir will be playing during our
9:30AM service this Sunday.
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The Annual Campaign for Christ Church
Currently we have 171 families pledging $838,000. We are at 68% of our pledge goal of $1,190,000 for 2019.
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If you would like to print out a pledge form click
Pledge Form 2019.pdf or pledge
online. Thank you for your continued support of the mission of Christ Church.
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Time Change - Starts at 6:00!
Tonight - Thursday Evening Advent Series
"What's The Deal with the Book of Revelation?"
Please join us for our annual Advent Series with supper. This Advent our clergy will be delving into the book of Revelation.
- Dec. 6 - A look at the first half of Revelation, including key passages and themes.
- Dec. 13 - The second half of Revelation with key passages and themes as well as a message of hope for the future.
TIME CHANGE:
6:00PM - Compline in Church
6:15PM - Supper
7:00PM - Program
7:45PM - Dismissal (in time for 8:00PM Choir Practice)
Childcare provided including a homework and craft table for older children.
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Taizé for the Longest Nights - This Sunday at 5:30PM
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Taize at Christ Church Winnetka
Fall 2018
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This Sunday afternoon, December 9 at 5:30 we not only will give thanks to God for our blessings. We also will give voice to feelings of grief, loss, or loneliness we may be experiencing during this time of year, offering those feelings to God.
Please join us for Taizé, a forty-five minute time of peace, healing, and comfort during these longest nights of the year. We pray that we all may find hope in knowing that we are not alone in the darkness.
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Christmas Open House at the Rectory
Christopher Invites You to Join Him for Some
Early Christmas Cheer.
Friday, December 14
Libations & Heavy Appetizers
5:00 to 8:00PM
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Christmas Pageant
Our pageant will be performed Dec. 16 during the 9:30 service. We still have plenty of roles available for all ages! Just let Melissa or Megan know what your child is interested in. Rehearsal is Sat. Dec. 15, 9:00-11:00, but only for 3rd grade and up PLUS Primary Choir.
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Christmas Gifts for Flowers
and Music
Please click on the link below and return with a check to the Parish Office. Gifts received by December 16 will be listed in the Christmas printed program.
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The Christmas Angels committee is still collecting
the following NEW items for the men of St. Leonard's and St. Andrews Court, who recently left prison with only the clothes on their backs -- and have no warm clothes for the winter.
- Sweatshirts and Sweatpants -- Sizes XL, 2X and 3X
- Thermal Underwear sets (tops & bottoms) -- Sizes XL, 2X and 3X
- Warm TWIN Blankets
We need 82 of each! That's a lot of warmth!
3 Ways to Donate
Bring them to church THIS SUNDAY & NEXT SUNDAY
- Drop them off at the Church Office in Parish House before December 14
- Don't Have time to shop? No problem -- you can make a financial donation. We have elves who will shop for you. Donate Online or send a check to the office labeled "Christmas Angels".
Questions? Call Julie Flood at 847-903-2390
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Christmas Angels Important Dates
Family Gifts Due
If you adopted a family, please make sure to deliver your wrapped gifts and Jewel Gift Cards -- in boxes -- to room 109 in Parish House (470 Maple Street) between Sunday, December 9, and Wednesday, December 12. Don't forget to drop off your
In-Kind Donation Form
in the envelope provided at the drop-off.
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Calling All Grand Receipts - Deadline for 2018 is Dec. 27
Thank you all very much for our robust collection of receipts from The Grand. Each year we raise a good sum of money for our Youth Ministry. The Grand does have a strict deadline that no 2018 receipts can be submitted after January 4. Therefore, we ask you to turn in all receipts by December 27 for processing. Receptacles for receipts are located in the Prevost Cloister and the Parish Office. Thank you!
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Cook Chili for A Just Harvest
This Sunday, December 9
All youth (7th-12th grade): we need your culinary help! On Sunday, December 9 after worship (10:40-11:30AM) please join us in the kitchen of the McClain Room. We will cook a pan of chili for A Just Harvest. Bring a friend and an ingredient (or just yourself)! If you are able to bring a chili ingredient
(Just Harvest Recipes), please email Megan Miller (
megan@christchurchwinnetka.org
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Donuts will be provided for the cooks to snack on.
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Youth Giving a "Gift for Life" in Advent
All families are invited to come to the Youth Room to pick up a "Hope Chest" any time in Advent. Please collect donations and loose change, which will be used to purchase a "Gift for Life" through Episcopal Relief and Development. The youth are hoping to raise $100 to give a village a PIG! Donations will be collected on Sunday, December 16 at the Cookie Reception following the Christmas Pageant.
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Invitation for Families with Young Children
Christ Church families with children ages 0-8, please put this on your calendar now! We are having a casual, post-holiday family gathering
Saturday, January 12, 4:00-6:00 in the McClain Room with refreshments for all and toys and activities for the children. Christopher will be there to speak with the group.
Whether you are brand new to the church or have been here for a while, please join us so we can all meet each other and have some fun!
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Soft Knitted Nativity Set
This is a Nativity set we use in The Good Shepherd Atrium for our youngest children. Some parents have expressed interest in getting one like this to use at home. It is soft and hand-knit by an artisan in England. The figures are a great size for play! Available on
Etsy.
Reclaiming Christmas
Are you seeking a more spiritual, less commercial Christmas for yourself and your family? Look no farther than this delightful book that celebrates Advent, Christmas (yes, all 12 days of it!) and Epiphany. Here you'll find inspiration AND practical suggestions for a faithful and playful season that lets you deepen your connection with what it's truly all about. There will be copies of this book in the Prevost Cloister available for sale in case you want to pick up a copy! You won't be disappointed!
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Serve on the Altar: Acolyte
All 5th - 12th graders are invited to sign up to acolyte - whether they have done it before, it's been a while, or they've never done it! We can train them anytime - even Sunday morning. It is a great way to participate in the service, see worship from a new perspective, and feel ownership and belonging in the community.
Acolytes have a cross and ribbon hanging for them by name in the Acolyte Room. The color and cross changes as their level increases. They increase a level every year they serve, training/party they attend, or 8 times they serve. Triple points are awarded for being an acolyte on holidays or at the last minute!
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A Just Harvest - Needs Holiday Help
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Christmas Eve - Monday, December 24
3:00PM - Holy Eucharist with Carols - Nursery is open
8:00PM - Holy Eucharist with Choir (Carols begin at 7:30PM)
11:00PM - Holy Eucharist with Choir (Carols begin at 10:30PM)
Childcare offered at 3PM
Note: No Morning Eucharist on Tuesday, December 25
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This Week at Christ Church
Join Us and Bring a Friend!
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Thursday, December 6 |
Start Time |
End Time |
Location |
Rummage Sorting |
9:15 AM |
11:30 AM |
Schroeder Building |
Women's Bible Study |
9:30 AM |
11:00 AM |
Parish House Library |
Advent Supper & Program |
6:00 PM |
7:45 PM |
McClain Room & Lea Room |
Adult Choir rehearsal |
8:00 PM |
9:30 PM |
Choir Room |
Friday, December 7 |
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Holy Caffeine Bible Study |
8:30 AM |
9:30 AM |
Church House/Lea Room |
Sunday, December 9 |
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Holy Eucharist - 784 Sheridan Rd |
8:00 AM |
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Youth Choir: 4th-8th grade trebles |
8:30 AM |
9:20 AM |
Choir Room |
Full Choir rehearsal |
9:00 AM |
9:20 AM |
Choir Room |
Holy Eucharist with Full Choir |
9:30 AM |
11:00 AM |
Church on the Hill |
Youth cooking in McLain Room kitchen for A Just Harvest |
10:40 AM |
11:30 AM |
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Faith & Practice/Sunday School/Youth Group |
10:45 AM |
11:45 AM |
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Adult Choir rehearsal |
5:00 PM |
5:30 PM |
Choir Room |
Taize Service for the Longest Nights |
5:30 PM |
6:30 PM |
Church |
Monday, December 10 |
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Friends in Faith |
10:30 AM |
11:30 AM |
Lea Room, Church House |
Rummage Sorting |
12:30 PM |
3:00 PM |
Schroeder Building |
Youth Choir: 4th-6th grade |
4:30 PM |
5:30 PM |
Choir Room |
Vestry Meeting |
7:00 PM |
9:00 PM |
McClain Room |
Tuesday, December 11 |
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Rummage Furniture Pick Up Day |
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Handbell Choir |
9:15 AM |
10:30 AM |
McClain Room |
Centering Prayer |
2:00 PM |
3:00 PM |
Church House - Lea Room |
Youth Choir: 3rd grade |
5:00 PM |
5:40 PM |
Choir Room |
Wednesday, December 12 |
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Wednesday Playgroup |
9:30 AM |
11:00 AM |
McClain Room |
Mather Worship |
9:30 AM |
10:30 AM |
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Primary Choir: 1st-2nd grade |
3:45 PM |
4:30 PM |
Parish House |
Youth Choir: 4th-6th grade |
7:00 PM |
8:00 PM |
Choir Room |
Wednesday Evening AA Group |
7:30 PM |
10:00 PM |
Parish House Guild Room |
Youth Choir: 7th-12th grade trebles |
7:30 PM |
8:45 PM |
Choir Room |
Youth Choir: 7th-12th grade low voice boys |
8:00 PM |
9:15 PM |
Choir Room |
Thursday, December 13
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Rummage Sorting |
9:15 AM |
11:30 AM |
Schroeder Building |
Women's Bible Study |
9:30 AM |
11:00 AM |
Parish House Library |
"Sunrise" Worship |
11:15 AM |
11:45 AM |
Sunrise Memory Care - Wilmette |
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If you are facing illness, a life transition or challenging circumstances, please
contact one of our clergy. We are available when you
nee
d us for a hospital, home, or office visit. Christ Church has many lay volunteers who also provide meals and rides as needed. Please reach out to the clergy through the office at (847) 446-2850, or on their cell phones:
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Thursday Weekly News - Deadline is Tuesday at Noon
Sunday Bulletin Announcements - Deadline is Tuesday at Noon
Christ Church Website
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