NOTE: Starting October 3 our Sunday worship time will move to 9:30 a.m. followed by formation for children, youth, and adults from 10:45 to 11:30 a.m.
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Click HERE for Worship Schedule
Give online HERE (Select "Operating Fund") Or Give by texting to 73256
Then type CHCGIVING (ALL CAPITALS, NO SPACES)
Come for Coffee and Fellowship Hour
Sunday following the 10 a.m. Service
Masks required for indoor worship/activities.
Masks are optional for outdoor worship and activities.
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For information on how you can help, please click below:
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On the weekend of September 10–12 we continued our annual Shrine Mont All-Parish Retreat tradition and met on the mountain for learning, lighthearted fun, rest, and reflection.
Attendees explored “Tools for Thriving,” a presentation by Dr. Elaine A. Heath, with some parishioners joining on Zoom. Additional pastimes were hiking with Jon Strand; yoga with Ann Gillespie; ice cream social; square dancing and line dancing; bonfire with s’mores; reading on porches; and trips to the book store. Enjoy this short video snapshot of square dancing fun. |
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LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER
Opening to Grace Retreat
This Saturday, September 18
9 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; McGill Hall
Led by Alexandra MacCracken,
Gestalt Pastoral Care Minister and Trainer
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Do you enjoy searching the internet? Have you had some experience writing grant applications, or are you willing to try? |
If so, you can harness your gifts in a powerfully meaningful way by serving as a volunteer, working from home, for Saving Promise, a non-profit organization dedicated to preventing domestic abuse. Learn more.
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PENNYWISE THRIFT SHOP
Top 3 reasons to be a Sunday Pennywise volunteer:
- Low commitment—volunteer only as often as you want.
- Escape your house during football season.
- Browse the unique and funky finds for yourself.
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BLOOD DRIVE UPDATE: Thank you to all who came out to support our first Blood Drive! We collected 35 units of blood which will help up to 100 people. Stay tuned for information on our next Blood Drive! |
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Book and Movie Club: The Church Cracked Open
Monday, September 20; 7 p.m. on Zoom
The Church Cracked Open invites us to surrender privilege and redefine church, not just for the sake of others, but for our own salvation and liberation. Stephanie Spellers is the Presiding Bishop’s Canon for Evangelism, Reconciliation, and Creation. The book is about 150 pages, and is available for $15 print version, and $11 on Kindle. Please read ahead of time and we’ll discuss during the Zoom call. Join on Zoom and learn more.
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NEW! SAVE THE DATE
Book and Movie Club:
One Night in Miami
Monday, October 4; 7 p.m. on Zoom
One Night in Miami is a fictionalized account of a February 1964 meeting of Malcolm X, Cassius Clay, Jim Brown, and Sam Cooke as they discuss the responsibility of being successful Black men during the civil rights movement. It's available only on Amazon Prime. If not a member you can get Prime for a 30-day free trial. View in advance and join the Zoom discussion. Learn more.
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We are thrilled to announce that our parish will resume donations to Food 4 Thought for the 2021-2022 school year, benefiting children in need who attend Marshall Road Elementary School. Food 4 Thought, a program of Britepaths in partnership with school staff and volunteers, provides packages of easy to prepare, non-perishable meals, drinks, and snacks to feed children over the weekend. View the list of needed items HERE. Drop off your donations in the Narthex beginning Saturday evening, September 18. Or donate online HERE (select “Marshall Rd Elementary School” in the drop-down menu).
Our 5th and 6th Grade Faith in Action students will pack our first set of 100 food packages on October 3 during the Sunday School hour. Questions? Contact Susan McGuire or Brynn Pacitti. |
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NEW CLASS FOR JUNIORS AND SENIORS
Life Skills for College and Career
Eight classes to prepare you for college and career, taught by Jocelyn Hsu and Kip Brailey with guest speakers and testimonies from college students and graduates who will share tips and advice.
- Starts October 18; third Monday of the month; 7–9 p.m. Ministry Center
- Dinner provided: 7–7:30 p.m.
- No cost. Come to all or some. Friends welcome.
- Learn more HERE or contact Denis McMullan.
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SUNDAY SCHOOL FOR PRE-K–6th GRADE
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Sunday, September 26
following the 10 a.m. service
Join us on the front lawn and enjoy grilled hot dogs and hamburgers, old-fashioned games, music, and fun, pandemic-safe activities for all ages. Please bring chairs or blankets to sit on and a side dish or salad to share. Grilled hamburgers and hot dogs, drinks, and ice cream will be provided. Dress casual and ready for fun.
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Taizé Contemplative Worship
Sunday, September 26; 5 p.m. in St. Mary’s Chapel
Join us for a powerful and moving combination of song and scripture featuring lush greenery, candles, icons, and considerable time spent in silent meditation. Masks will be required of all worshipers.
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SAVE THE DATE
Blessing of the Animals and Holy Eucharist
Saturday, October 2; 5 p.m.; Front Circle
Followed by Yappy Hour
Bring your dogs, cats or other animal companions for the Blessing of the Animals, as we celebrate St. Francis. Come celebrate the role that our pets and animal companions play in our lives. Then stay for Yappy Hour at 6 p.m.—refreshment and treats for both humans and animals.
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SAVE THE DATE
Vienna Crop Hunger Walk
Sunday, October 3; 2 p.m.
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SAVE THE DATE
Navigating the New Normal:
Finding God in Your Body
Yoga with the Rev. Ann Gillespie
Saturday, October 23 at 8:30 a.m.
In-Person in the Ministry Center
This combination of yoga, meditation, and God, is tailored to help you manage your body, mind, and spirit. You'll need comfortable clothes, a yoga mat, and a blanket. No signup needed. NOTE: Due to Ann attending a memorial service, there will be no class on September 25.
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CENTER FOR WELLNESS AND SPIRITUALITY |
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Please sign up online to help provide meals to longtime parishioner, Claire Hill. Claire has health challenges and is unable to prepare meals for herself.
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The Senior Saints have established a Medical Items Lending Closet. The items can be borrowed for as long as needed. The Closet will also accept donations—no electrical items please. The Closet has walkers, crutches, rollator, and more. To borrow an item contact Sheryl Watson or Richard Fitzsimmons. |
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