CCN Weekly News: November 10, 2022

Weekly news & announcements

November 10, 2022

Collect of the Day

Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that we may embrace and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Prayer List

Please email us your prayer request.

The Week Ahead

See what's happening this week and month on our online calendar.

Church School News

Read the latest scoop here.

Thank you to those serving this weekend!

Lector: Phil Bergen

Intercessor: Debby Rempis

Digital Verger: Parker Fiset

Ushers: Sign up up online here.

Crucifer: Annie Russell

Altar Guild: Annie Russell, Joanna Starr, and Rosemarie Rappold

Coffee Hour: Debby Rempis and Betsy Amsbary

The Church is closed tomorrow, Friday, November 11 in honor of Veterans Day.

Red and White No Parking Sign with Double Bi-Directional Arrow Against Partly Cloudy Blue Sky

Parking on Rosemary Street

Please do not block, even partially, the driveways of our neighbors on Rosemary Street. We have plenty of parking across the street in the Library lot (which the Church owns). We want to be good neighbors to our neighbors. Thank you.

MANNA Mylar Blanket Drive

Christ Church is raising funds to buy mylar blankets and hand warmers for the homeless community we serve at the MANNA Program at the Cathedral in Boston. A little money goes a long way. We are collecting funds from October 10-November 14. Donate online here and select “Manna Mylar Blanker Drive” OR make checks out to Christ Church note MANNA Mylar Blanket Drive on memo line and send to the Church. Thank you!

CCN Ministry Heads

Looking to become more involved at Church or learn more about a specific ministry? View the list of Ministry Heads and contact information here.

News from the Community Art Gallery: New Exhibit & Reception on 11/20 at Coffee Hour

Stop by the Community Art Gallery before or after service, or on a weekday to explore the newest watercolor exhibit by Yvonne L. Unger. Meet the artist at an art reception on Sunday, November 20 during coffee hour, beginning at 11:30am.

From the artist… “The images I paint, be they realistic or abstract, are inspired by what I think of as “everyday nature”, those small observations of the natural world that occur in the midst of my daily activities. It is my hope to encourage the viewer to appreciate nature wherever they may find it, allowing it to further enrich their lives.” A portion of the proceeds from the sale of paintings goes to support Riverside Community Care’s activities at the Elliot Clubhouse located here in Needham.

Seeking Vestry Candidates

The Election Committee is seeking candidates for the 2023 Vestry elections. See position descriptions and submit your nominees on our ballot.

If you are interested in serving or would like to know more please ask! Catch Ginny Yerardi at coffee hour or email her.

We Need Volunteers on Sunday Mornings

Click here to sign up for lay service in November and December or get in touch with Ali in the office (office@ccneedam.org // 781-444-1469). Thank you so much!!

Seeking Costumes for the Christmas Pageant

Most of the costumes for our Annual Christmas Pageant have been in use for decades. If you have any animal or angel costumes that your kids have grown out of or anything that would be useful for kings or shepherds, all donations would be gratefully accepted. Please reach out via email to Nancy Sterling.

Easy, Fast, and Fuss-free! Host Coffee Hour this Fall!

Does coffee hour hosting sound formidable? Not so! A little bit of set up, serving and clean up and you are out the door by noon. Learn more here. Sign up online here. Email Ministry Heads, Barbara Hurley and Linnea Wren, with questions.

Grateful Hearts Reaching Out: Annual Appeal for 2023

Thanks to your grateful hearts, as of November 4, 62 Households have made Financial Intentions, totaling $218,403.32. Read more about the appeal and submit your FIT online here. Questions: Email our Stewardship Chairs Kim Rocco and Jean McCarthy.

Beyond the Parish

HELP UKRAINIAN FAMILIES

Your immediate support will help Episcopal Relief & Development and other Anglican partners provide humanitarian assistance to people fleeing the violence in Ukraine. Donate here today.

STORYTIME CRAFTS HOLIDAY GIFT AND TOY DRIVES

Storytime Crafts, a tenant in one of old Expressions Spaces, is having a few holiday gift and toy drives. More details below and on Storytime Craft's website. Please click on the images to enlarge.

If you or someone in your family is in the hospital or in need of pastoral care, please call the church office so that our clergy or the Pastoral Response Ministry team may be notified and tend to the need. The office number is (781) 444-1469, and you can reach Nick at ext. 113.