May 8, 2021 | The Fourth Sunday of Easter
Join us this Sunday!
Sunday Morning Worship
Join us for worship this Sunday at 9 a.m. or 11 a.m.* in our historic sanctuary, where we will mark the fourth Sunday of Easter and celebrate Mother's Day! We hope to see you at whatever service fits your schedule this weekend.

*11 a.m. service also live-streamed. By entering the church at 11 a.m., you consent to being filmed, as well as its release as desired by CC+WP. More information linked below.

Children's Ministries
Kids of all ages are joyfully welcomed at CC+WP during both services. We also offer Children's Chapel at 9 a.m., and nursery care for our younger children during both Sunday services.

Sunday School and Youth Group are on this Mother's Day (not least so that a few mothers can enjoy a little extra alone time?!) We hope to see you there!

Adult Forums in May!
We are excited to offer an array of Adult Forums in May. Between services this Sunday, we will hear from some of our Tending Our Soil team on what they've uncovered thus far. Then on May 15, an Outreach Forum on Afghan Refugees, followed by a program tied to special gravestone dedication for Theophilus Howard on May 22 before taking a break for summer. In-person & virtual.
Easter Beers still available!
Red ale, golden IPA, and deep dark porter on tap to fill your growlers after each service on Sunday. Put Sunday afternoon May 15 on your calendar as well to join the brew crew in the church kitchen as we brew new beers for Summer!
General Announcements
Capitol Hill Restoration Society Tour
Want a quick course in Christ Church architectural history? Christ Church will be a stop along the Capitol Hill Restoration Society House and Garden Tour this weekend: May 7 & 8. Take the tour and learn everything you every wanted to know about Christ Church's artifacts and building history. Please contact Nancy Metzger with questions.
Save the Date: May 15
So much Outreach goodness happening on May 15: First, there will be a special forum at 10 a.m. highlighting our assistance to Afghan refugees, including additional information on the family we are assisting in partnership with St Mark's. Next, at 12:45 p.m., there will be an Outreach meeting to discuss our spring and summer activities. All are invited to attend in-person or online, and to bring ideas to strengthen our program. 
An Uplifting Update!
Six months after fleeing Afghanistan, our sponsored family moved into their new home on May 1 - thanks to ALL who made this possible. Upon arrival the boys immediately began building with their new Duplo blocks, while their mother unpacked their boxes. Bilal was so happy to discover a friend from Afghanistan living just one floor above them, and to learn about the 50 other Afghan families living in the complex.

All were delighted by the Afghan dinner that was provided to break their fast at the end of that long day. Bilal shared the following response from his family: "They were so extremely grateful, and frankly speechless. They never anticipated their new home would be filled with such creative and thoughtful furnishings.” We - and they - are grateful for all of the work and donations from St. Mark’s and Christ Church parishioners. There are challenges ahead but we give thanks for all that has been done to get them settled, and on their way in their new country. 
Calvary Volunteers for the win!
Our thanks go to Michael Crawford, Anne Fletcher, Karen Wilson Roman, and Ruth Kroeger for preparing a delicious meal for the women in Calvary's housing this month, and to Barb and Del Crandall for their continued coordination and delivery. Calvary's Hope Awards Dinner will be at the Capitol Hill Hilton on May 18 in case you'd like to help them celebrate.
W6MA Spring Clothing Drive
If you have new or gently-used adult or children's spring and summer clothing to donate, please bring them to Christ United Methodist Church at 900 4th ST SW through May 14. More information on the bulletin board or via email.
First Friday Book Group - TONIGHT!
The book group returns from break tonight to discuss The Professor's House by Willa Cather. Gather your thoughts and impressions, and join us for our discussion via Zoom tonight, May 6, at 7 p.m.
Friday Night Film Series
We are off tonight due to the First Friday Book Group's return, but we resume May 13 with Denial (2016), a stirring British legal drama starring Rachel Weisz, Tom Wilkinson, and Timothy Spall. The movie is free on Kanopy and widely available to rent. Contact Paul Laymon with questions, or simply join via Zoom.
Men's Spirituality Group
Join us any Saturday from 9-10 a.m. for conversation and community (Zoom only for now!) Email Paul Laymon with questions. 
How do you experience the call? Hear Rev. Katie wonder about the best way to share our faith with others and live as God intended for us.


Past sermons are always on our website.

Sermon: The Rev. Katie Beaver
May 1, 2022
Christ Church + Washington Parish
Washington, DC
Church Business Hours for Staff & Clergy: Sunday - Thursday, 8:30-3 or by appointment