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Sunday 10:30 AM service streamed on Facebook Live or YouTube 

Click here to listen to last week's sermon.

In-Person services on Sunday at 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM (masks welcome)

In-Person service on Wednesday at 12:00 PM (masks welcome)

Sundays, 9:30 AM ~ Parish Hall or by Zoom link here

Sundays, 9:15 AM ~ Rm. 31 of Education Bldg. or by Zoom link here

"Are We There Yet? Pilgrimage in the Season of Lent" offers guidance for a journey of personal and spiritual transformation. The introductory session this Sunday will consider why one might desire to go on a spiritual pilgrimage as well as what the purpose is for such a journey. A Holy Lent is a time of transformative pilgrimage to a greater disciple of Christ. Join the conversation facilitated by Dick Hooper and David Starling at 9:15 AM in Room 31 of the Education Building or through Zoom.

Our neighbors without homes are in great need of new or used winter clothes (especially men’s), toiletries including bars of soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, disposable razors, hand sanitizer, wash cloths, socks, and hand cream. Donations can be left in the boxes labeled 'Bridging the Gap' in the back hallway of the church offices. Please click here for more information on how to help.

As part of the observance of a holy Lent this year, Christ Church invites you to be part of a small group. We are committed to having at least 100 people be part of the small groups of all generations. Groups will be around 10 people in size and meet once a week for an hour for the five weeks of Lent on different days and times, based on your availability. During this time of sabbatical, Fr. Michael is grounding himself in his calling. We are charged with focusing on what it means to be the Church and to take an active role in our faith as disciples. That active role involves growing and encouraging a new generation of leaders, servant-leaders following and strengthened by God. This short series will focus on Ephesians and explore what it means to be the Church and the model of leadership Jesus invites us into – grounded in Scripture readings, discussion, and prayer. To sign up for a group, please fill out the online form available on the church’s website, www.christ-church.net; or sign up after services at the information table in the Parish Office.

7:30 AM - Imposition of Ashes

8:15 AM - EDS Imposition of Ashes

12:00 Noon - Holy Eucharist

6:00 PM - Holy Eucharist

Lent is almost here as is our annual Christ Church “March Madness” game! This competition supports Episcopal Relief & Development and its efforts to fight poverty and disease, provide disaster relief, and promote sustainability throughout the world. The 2021 “March Madness” ended in a tie between the Cows and Goats, so there will be a rematch! The game begins at the start of Lent and runs until Easter. Parishioners will have the opportunity to “purchase” either a Cow or a Goat for $80 for a family in need. As Lent gets underway, look for more information on how you can participate in the fun activity and at the same time transform lives.

All young adults are invited to join us Tuesday, February 22, at Odd Colony Brewing Company (260 N. Palafox) at 5:30 PM. We will hang out and have a casual conversation about faith/God. Spread the word!

Sign up early to make sure you have a seat! Cost of lunch is $10, payable at the door. Please sign up by Thursday, February 24, by contacting Kelly Heindl at the Parish Office, 432-5115, or by email here. There is also a sign up sheet on the information table in the Parish Office.

The Epic Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 3:00 PM in the Parlor. The March book discussion will be In the Garden of Beasts: Love, Terror, and an American Family in Hitler's Berlin by Erik Larson. Please click here to be added to the email list for updates, and/or join our Facebook group (EPIC Bookclub of Christ Episcopal Church).

Sunday morning breakfasts are set to return March 6 and we need volunteers to make that happen! Although we have a cook, help is needed with set-up, food prep and serving. We need 4-5 volunteers every Sunday. You can sign up for every Sunday or one Sunday a month. Starting time is 7:15 AM for prep/setup, 8:50 AM for servers. Individuals and groups (ECW, the Brotherhood, EFM, etc.) interested in helping should contact Honey Harris.

Have you ever been intrigued by the dulcet tones of a handbell choir? Ringing handbells is a gratifying way to develop musical skills, enjoy group activity, and praise God through the gift of music. The Christ Church Ringers will resume rehearsals on Tuesday, March 8 at 6:00 PM in the Library upstairs in the Christian Education Building. Rehearsals will continue every Tuesday (with a summer break) from 6:00-7:30 PM. A basic music reading ability is necessary (rhythm, especially), so if you’ve not had a chance to put those piano lessons from your youth to work, this may be your chance! Music non-readers are encouraged to take part as well: a music reading workshop can be organized to develop better music reading skills for prospective ringers. If you are interested in participating, please contact Dr. Jason Hobratschk. Looking forward to seeing you – with bells on!

With a theme of "Go Forward", in the words of Bishop Russell Kendrick, "this convention is more about Jesus and less about business." Having Presiding Bishop Michael Curry as keynote speaker and preacher certainly proved his point. Also keynoting was best-selling author Bertice Berry, PhD. On February 17-19, approximately 350 people including lay, youth, and clergy delegates, and other voting members convened for the 51st Annual Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast. The Thursday session was conducted in a hybrid format at the hosting church, St. Simon's on the Sound, Fort Walton Beach. The address by Bishop Kendrick highlighted the opening session. For worship services, keynote presentations, workshops, and exhibits attendees convened at the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center. Convention delegates representing Christ Church Pensacola included Rev. Katie Gillett, Rita Grayson, June Linke, John Matthews, Joe McDaniel, Jim Morris, and Pam Tanner. The worship services, presentations, and keynote addresses can be viewed online here.

Sundays, 9:30 AM ~ Parish Hall or by Zoom link here

Click here to sign up for 10:30 services. More information?

~ Sunday, February 27 ~ 

8:00 AM – The Nursery is available for children ages infant through 3 years old.

9:30 AM – Sunday School for 4 years old through 5th grade. The Nursery is available for our young children during this time as well.

• Nursery – The Nursery is available for children ages infant through 3 years old.

• Godly Play – Godly Play is offered for children in PreK-4 through 2nd grade. Children have an interactive story or lesson, craft, and snack with Miss BB. For the last Sunday before Lent, we will hear the story of Moses, the one who was drawn out of the reeds by an Egyptian princess to draw the people of God out of their captivity in Egypt. This story concludes our time with the great Old Testament heroes as we will begin our journey through the Season of Lent. 

• Something New: Growing with God – This spring semester, 3rd grade through 5th grade are coming together on Sunday morning with Victoria. We recognize these children need something more and are working hard to address their developmental and social needs on Sunday morning. The 4th and 5th graders have been working hard to learn about the Gospels during the fall. Now we are adding in the 3rd grade for the spring. This season's focus is on prayer – how we pray, how to pray, and prayers found in the service.

10:30 AM – Children are heading back to "big church"! Children are always (and have always been) welcome during service at Christ Church. The previous model of formation during service was in response to COVID and following guidance to keep our children and community safe. We continue to monitor cases and risk on a daily basis to protect our children and community. As the local numbers continue to fall and "big church" still has a careful, staged approach to worship, we feel it is time to include our children in worship again. A "Kid's Korner" with books, quiet activities, and art has been created for you to use at the entrance on Wright Street. During the service, children will leave prior to the sermon for their own lesson and return at the passing of the peace.

Children and Family Ministry (CFM) has two ways to keep our families connected with Christ Church during the week. CFM is on Instagram, @cckidspensacola, and shares what is happening on Sunday mornings & ideas for how to keep faithful conversations happening during the week. CFM also has a bite-sized weekly email with the "5 Things" our families need to know for the week – Sunday reminders, save the dates, and more. Would you like to be added? Email Victoria to be added to the list!

Rm. 31 of Education Bldg. or by Zoom link here

Password: 510649

"Are We There Yet? Pilgrimage in the Season of Lent" offers guidance for a journey of personal and spiritual transformation. The introductory session this Sunday will consider why one might desire to go on a spiritual pilgrimage as well as what the purpose is for such a journey. A Holy Lent is a time of transformative pilgrimage to a greater disciple of Christ. This class gathers Sundays at 9:15 AM in Room 31 of the education building or through a Zoom connection. For more information contact Dick Hooper or David Starling who facilitate the conversation. 

Brochure available here and on the information table

in the Parish Office. Registration link here.

Pilgrimage to Selma ~ Sunday, March 6 (more info here)

Pilgrimage to Whitney Plantation ~ Saturday, March 19 (more info here)

Service of Repentance for Racial Injustice ~ Saturday, April 2 (more info here)

Saturday, April 23 (more info here)

Please let Sarah know if you have any questions.

We will meet at the church at 11:00 AM on Saturday February 26 to have lunch and then collect money as people park for the parade. We will then enjoy watching the parade together. Please let Sarah know if there are any questions.

Happening #59 will be March 25-27 at Beckwith Camp and Conference Center. This Happening will be open to 9th–12th graders. If you are interested in participating, click here to register. If you have any questions, please let Sarah know. 

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 here and on the information table in the Parish Office.

Christ Church is here for you. There are many ministries to love and support the people who are the church. If you are interested in assisting with staying connected to our church family, please email Rev. Katie or call her at the Parish Office, 850-432-5115. It is easy to feel alone or disconnected, so reach out to one of the priests or someone at the church to say hello. Contact Rev. Katie if you or anyone you know has any needs. If you have a pastoral emergency, please call our pastoral care emergency line to speak directly with one of the priests: (850) 462-5137.

We would like to give thanks for these special days and to add your name to the published prayer list in the Chronicle. Please print your name on the calendar on the information table in the Parish Office foyer. The calendar is checked weekly before the prayer list goes to print.

I. For Those in Need. Including the poor, the unemployed, the lonely, the hungry, the homeless, the abused, the sick and dying, and those who grieve. For those suffering in body, mind, or spirit—including Members: Ashley Pace III, Karl Boyles, Joel Maddox, Nancy Stafford, Bruce & Meg Melvin, Laura Wolfersperger, Dee Whisenhunt Family & Friends: Mark Dixon, Raider Byrd, Matt Michaud, Rob Wilmer, Trisha Bothwell. 

II. For Those in the Armed Forces, especially—Erik Barton, Stewart Bova, Danica Roark Domokos, Sam Gaston, Robert Geiger, William Harper, Harry B. Harris, Benjamin Jensen, Joshua Justin, Art Lantigua, Hillary Leonard, Ben Mathis, Kathryn Martin, Sean McAbee, Julie McGill, Kyle Roberson, Peter Shelton, Evan Valdyke, Wesley Valdyke; and all those who serve this nation in harm’s way.

III. For All who have Died. May their souls and the souls of all the departed rest in peace.

IV. In Thanksgiving. For those in our parish celebrating birthdays—John Carrell—and anniversaries.

To submit a prayer request, email prayer-request@christ-church.net and let us know if this is for the public prayer list or for our confidential intercessory prayer list. You may also fill out the prayer request form online at our website (found on the Pastoral Care page under “Ministries”). All published prayer requests on this list also go on the confidential intercessory prayer list. Please note that names remain on the prayer list for 4 weeks and on our confidential intercessory prayer list until you ask to be removed. Please resubmit your request if you or a loved one needs to remain on the list. This helps keep our prayers current. Names in bold print indicate new additions to the prayer list.

We welcome to Christ Church