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February 27, 2020
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First Friday Potluck - March 6 - 6:00-8:00PM
This monthly event is entirely social-an informal time to get together and enjoy the company of other church members. March's event is hosted by Molly & Jerry Hufton at
590 Thornwood Lane, Northfield, IL
. Bring a dish to share and they will provide beverages. At the same time, fifth through eighth graders are invited to this month's First Friday Faves from 6-7:30PM in the Great Hall at 470 Maple Street.
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Welcome to Jeanne Bishop
This Sunday, we are happy to welcome Jeanne Bishop to speak to us during the sermon time at 8 and 9:30 about the subject of her upcoming book.
Grace from the Rubble. The book tells the story of how the father of a young woman killed in the Oklahoma City bombing, Bud Welch, and the father of her killer, Bill McVeigh, forged an unlikely friendship and found forgiveness.
After the 9:30 service, we will give people a chance to visit with Jeanne then and ask questions.
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Taizé at 5:30PM
If you are in need of an hour of quiet prayer and meditation, please join us for a time of grace and peace. This candlelit, contemplative service will include readings, prayers, and silence interspersed with tuneful chants accompanied by flute. We offer the service of Taizé on the second Sunday of the month at 5:30PM. Childcare is provided.
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Inquiring Minds Want to Know
Five Sundays between March 1 - April 26, 10:45AM
Would you like to learn more about the Episcopal Church? Here is something just for  you! We are offering an Inquirers' Class which covers a comprehensive introduction to the Episcopal Church. The class consists of five sessions, each with a different topic. All classes will be taught by Christopher and will be held on Sundays from 10:45-11:30AM in the Lea Room. Dates are Mar. 1, Mar. 8, Mar. 15, April 19, and April 26. As part of the class, we will be using the book A People Called Episcopalians, but you do not have to purchase the book, we will have copies available.
After the completion of the class, any participants who wish to do so may be confirmed or received into the Episcopal Church at Confirmation on May 5 at 7:30PM at Christ Church. Please register for the class with Charlotte McGee in the church office (847-446-2850) or [email protected]. Childcare will be available.
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Connections: Thurs. March 12, 5:30-7:15PM "Putting Your Finances in Order in the Digital Age"
Technology continues to change the face of how we transact, save, and invest. On March 12, as a part of our on-going Adult Formation series "Connections", you will learn what you need to know to optimize digital tools and create your own personal financial roadmap and Legacy. This discussion will be led by parishioner Nancy Free who is a CFP and a Financial Advisor at Raymond James.
5:30-6:15PM - Supper in the McClain Room
6:15-7:15PM - Program/Discussion in the Lea Room
(The nursery will be open from 5:15-7:30.)
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Memorials for Easter Music and Flowers
The deadline to donate and have it in the
bulletin is April 2 at 5PM.
In the spirit of Resurrection and new life, Easter allows us the opportunity to support these beautiful ministries and at the same time honor and remember loved ones and others who have been important in our lives. To send your information to us
online click here
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Or complete the form below and return it to the Parish Office or place it in the collection basket.
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Evensong & Supper - March 15, 5:30PM
Please join us at
5:30PM for a beautiful Evensong and delicious supper to celebrate St. Patrick's weekend. The service will feature our Youth and Adult Choirs singing music associated with St. Patrick, including an anthem by Richard Clemmitt titled "May the Living Christ Be With You." Afterward, please stay for an Irish-themed dinner featuring a main dish provided by parishioner and authority on Irish cooking, Mary Jo McMillin.
We'd love to have you with us!
Wear your green!
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I Will, with God's Help: A Peace & Justice Event - Monday, March 16-7:00PM
The last call-and-response of the Baptismal Covenant is when the Celebrant asks the congregation, "Will you strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being?" We respond, "I will, with God's help." Our newly formed Peace & Justice Committee is on a journey to seek ways to live out this ask from our faith.
Given the complexities of today's world and our own lives, we will work to discover together how we are individually called to strive for peace and justice in ways that grow our faith.
Join fellow parishioners on March 16 at 7:00PM to hear author Robin DiAngelo speak about her current book White Fragility: Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism. This is a free FAN (Family Awareness Network) event held at the Evanston Township High School Auditorium, 1600 Dodge Ave., Evanston. We will gather immediately following the talk at the home of Eric Hillerbrand & Jenny Smith, 634 Prairie Ave., Wilmette for wine and discussion. Even if you haven't read the book, come. This will be akin to a verbal Cliff/Spark notes on the book.
On Sunday, April 19 we will gather for supper and a discussion of the book by Isabel Wilkerson entitled The Warmth of Other Suns: The Epic Story of America's Great Migration. Details to follow.
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Understanding & Analyzing Systemic Racism - March 26-28
What exactly is racism, and how does it operate in our society? Please consider  attending this in-depth 2.5 day workshop offered in partnership with the Episcopal Diocese. The workshop is called "Understanding and Analyzing Systemic Racism", and it runs March 26-28 (Thurs. evening through Saturday afternoon), down in Hyde Park. A core group of our parishioners have attended and Christopher attended the most recent session in January. It would be great if we could gather some parishioners to attend together in March. This experience offers a history-based view of how racism is baked into the fiber of America. If you'd like to be a part of a team going from Christ Church, register on the crossroadsantiracism.org website. Follow the prompts for "workshops."
Note that attendance is required at all 3 days of the workshop. Please email Charlotte McGee for more information. We also invite you to engage Christopher about his experience in January.
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First Friday Faves - March 6 
March 6 is our next First Friday Faves. The theme is all things CREATIVE! We will play games and eat pizza, as always, but this month there will also be a variety of artistic options. Thank you to Regan Christopolous who will be helping host and leading the kids in
TIE-DYI
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G! Thank you to Sarah McCool who will teach us how to create beautiful bouquets; everyone will make a vase to take home. All fifth through eighth graders and their friends are invited! Friday, March 6 from 6-7:30PM in the Great Hall at 470 Maple Street. Please
RSVP so we will have the right amount of supplies!
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Soul Fuel - March 9 
Our high school youth (9th - 12th graders) will gather on Sunday, March 8 at 4PM in the Soul Fuel room on the top floor of the church, 784 Sheridan Road. Since this is our Lenten meeting, our theme is reflection. Come find out what "Morning Pages" are. We will also talk about
WHO will
PREACH at our Mother's Day Youth Service, so please come if you are interested or have a nomination. Friends are always welcome. We'll have snacks. RSVP:
[email protected].
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8th Grade Confirmation Retreat - March 13 
It has been almost two wonderful years of formation for Confirmation with our current eighth graders. One very special part of Confirmation is the eighth grade retreat, which is coming up on Friday, March 13. We will be at the church from 6-10PM doing all kinds of fun (and spiritual!) stuff.
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Kids Connection - March 15
Kids Connection is our monthly program for 3rd and 4th graders to get together and connect with their faith and each other. The focus is on games, crafts, and having fun! Our next Kids Connection is Sunday, March 15, 4:00-4:50PM. We will hear about the holy season of Lent, learn about St. Patrick whose saint's day falls during Lent, and sample some green foods to celebrate St. Patrick's Day! We meet in the Children's Chapel room on the Nursery level.
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7th Grade Confirmation Gathering - March 16
On Monday, March 16 all 7th graders will gather for their third whole group gathering this year. So far we have learned about how our history has led to the Episcopal concept of "Via Media" and the Book of Common Prayer. At our next meeting, we will take a deep dive into a third thing that makes Episcopalians special: our liturgy. It will be a fun, experiential evening that you won't want to miss.
Parents: let
Megan know if you would like to provide dessert or help serve dinner.
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Join us June 13-20 to Appalachia!
Why Appalachia?
- Help and learn from those living in rural poverty and substandard housing.
- Experience a new culture in a beautiful part of the country!
- Drive and make fun stops along the way.
Who will be on the trip?
- 8th-12th graders. All are welcome! Invite friends!
- Our Rector, Christopher Powell, and Director of Youth Ministries, Megan Miller, with adult chaperones.
- Other volunteers from around the country sharing our work week.
For more information or if you would like to register? CLICK HERE
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A Just Harvest -
Needs Your Help 
Tuesday, March 10, 5:00-7:00PM
There are several ways you can help:
Purchase milk, fruit, and /or salad makings with Italian dressing.
Help serve dinner onsite at AJH Community Kitchen.
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This Week at Christ Church
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| Thursday, March 5 |
Start Time |
End Time |
Location |
| Family Promise |
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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 |
| Adult Choir rehearsal |
7:30 PM |
9:00 PM |
Choir Room |
| Friday, March 6 |
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| Family Promise |
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| Holy Caffeine Bible Study |
8:30 AM |
9:30 AM |
Church House/Lea Room |
| Doggie Lunch Play Group |
12:30 PM |
1:30 PM |
Parish House Great Hall |
| First Friday Faves 5th-8th Grade |
6:00 PM |
7:30 PM |
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| First Friday Open House |
6:00 PM |
7:30 PM |
Molly & Gerry Hufton |
| Saturday, March 7 |
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| Family Promise |
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| Sunday, March 8 |
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| Family Promise |
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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 Choir |
9:30 AM |
10:30 AM |
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| Sunday Study Group |
10:30 AM |
12:00 PM |
Art Room (on the Nursery Level), 784 Sheridan Rd, Winnetka |
| Inquirers Class |
10:45 AM |
11:45 AM |
Church House/Lea Room |
| Soul Fuel: High School Youth Group |
4:00 PM |
5:15 PM |
Soul Fuel Room at 784 Sheridan Road, Winnetka |
| Adult Choir rehearsal |
5:00 PM |
5:30 PM |
Choir Room |
| Taize service |
5:30 PM |
6:30 PM |
Church |
| Monday, March 9 |
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| Friends in Faith |
10:00 AM |
11:00 AM |
Lea Room, Church House |
| Rummage Sorting |
11:30 AM |
2:00 PM |
Schroeder Building |
| Youth Choir: 4th-6th grade |
4:30 PM |
5:30 PM |
Choir Room |
| Tuesday, March 10 |
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| Rummage Furniture Pick Up |
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| Handbell Choir |
9:15 AM |
10:30 AM |
McClain Room |
| Book Group |
1:00 PM |
2:00 PM |
McClain Room |
| Centering Prayer |
2:00 PM |
3:00 PM |
Church House - Lea Room |
| Youth Choir: 3rd Grade |
4:30 PM |
5:10 PM |
Choir Room |
| Wednesday, March 11 |
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| Mather Worship |
9:30 AM |
10:00 AM |
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| Wednesday Playgroup |
9:30 AM |
11:00 AM |
McClain Room |
| Primary Choir: 1st-2nd grade |
3:45 PM |
4:30 PM |
Parish House |
| Club 56 (5th-6th Grade Class) |
6:00 PM |
7:00 PM |
Church on the Hill |
| Youth Choir: 4th-6th grade |
7:00 PM |
8:00 PM |
Choir 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, March 12 |
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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 |
| Connections |
5:30 PM |
7:15 PM |
McClain Room/Kitchen/Lea Room |
| Adult Choir rehearsal |
7:30 PM |
9:00 PM |
Choir Room |
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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
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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
To have information listed in Sunday's Bulletin, send to Charlotte McGee
[email protected].
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