August 27, 2023

Christ Church exists to show everyone God loves them unconditionally.

We do that by EXPERIENCING, EMBRACING, AND EXTENDING

God's love.

There are three ways to give to the mission of Christ Church:

you can mail in your pledge, give online, or text GIVE to (850) 403-6673.

We experience God's love (Worship)

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

Click here to listen to last week's sermon.

**An email is sent on Saturdays with links for Sunday worship and Christian Education.

In-Person services on Sunday at 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM

In-Person service on Wednesday at 12:00 PM



We embrace God's love (Study/Formation)

Adult Christian Education Offering

"Christ Church’s One Foundation" ~ led by Fr. Michael and Rev. Katie

Sundays ~ 9:30 AM ~ Parish Hall

Join Fr. Michael and Rev. Katie as we focus on who we are as the people of Christ Church and the foundations of our faith. This class will lead us into the Fall and look at how we Engage, Experience, and Extend the love of God and practical ways to live out those foundations at Christ Church and in the world.

Adult Christian Education Offering

"Bad Girls of the Bible & What We Can Learn from Them"

Sundays ~ 9:30 AM ~ Rm. 31 of Education Bldg. or by Zoom link here

Meeting ID: 878 4884 3240 Password: 510649

This Sunday’s session continues with consideration of two women in the Bible of questionable character. In Acts, Sapphira and her husband Ananias immediately die when confronted about contributing less than they pledged to their church. And in the book of Judges, Rahab, a prostitute, earns protection from harm for assistance to Hebrew spies while they surveilled Jericho for its worth as a war target. What is learned from these women about living as people of God?   

We extend the love of God (Outreach/Parishioner Support)

Montclair Elementary Uniform Drive

As part of Christ Church's Community Outreach, we support Montclair Elementary with needs throughout the school year. Children at the school need clean uniforms on a daily basis. The uniform closet is bare, and we can help fill it! The uniform shirts are any navy or white polos, and the uniform bottoms are any khaki or navy shorts or pants. All sizes are needed 5 (youth small) through 12 (youth large). If you would like to help with this need, you may either (1) purchase these items at local stores like Target or Walmart and drop off at the church labeled Montclair Elementary; (2) use this Amazon link and purchase items to be delivered to the church; or (3) write a check to Christ Church with Montclair uniforms in the memo line. For questions, please click here.

New Host Ministry

Hosts welcome visitors and parishioners to Christ Church on Sunday mornings before the 8 AM service, 9:30 AM formation hour, and 10:30 AM service. Hosts provide directions to various locations to aid in navigating our church campus, creating a welcoming experience. Contact Krista to be part of this new ministry.

Bridging the Gap

Our neighbors without homes are in great need of new or used clothes (especially men’s), socks, washcloths, and toiletries – including bars of soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, disposable razors, hand sanitizer, 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.

HAPPENINGS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Christ Church Choristers begin

Wednesday, August 23

Seekers begin

Wednesday, August 23

Christ Church Women's Retreat

September 22-24

SEEKERS (for 2nd - 5th grades) BEGINS AUGUST 23

Wednesdays ~ 2:30-3:15 PM ~ Undercroft

On Wednesday afternoons, 2nd–5th graders solve a weekly mystery using scripture — finding out who God is, how he works, and what he calls us to do. Tess (Christ Church Youth Director) and Victoria (Dir. of Children & Family Ministry) lead "Seekers" from 2:30-3:15 PM on Wednesdays in the Undercroft. All children must be picked up from Christ Church at 3:15 PM except for those transitioning to Choristers. This year, Seekers is broken up into two sessions. Session 1 runs August through November and is accepting registrations NOW. Session 2 runs January through April. Registration is required to participate (especially for families wanting us to pick up their child from EDS and walk them over) but that is the most formal thing about this whole afternoon! Click here to register. Interested in joining Dr. Jason and the Chorister program at 3:30? This is the perfect bridge for families that have early release and don't want the back and forth! 

CHRIST CHURCH CHORISTERS REHEARSALS

BEGIN THIS WEEK!

But it's not too late to register and join!

Christ Church Chorister rehearsals have begun! But this doesn’t mean that your chorister can’t still join! Young singers may join the Christ Church Choristers at any point in the academic year, and the registration form may be found here.

Both the Junior Choristers and Senior Girl Choristers rehearse Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30 PM in the Choir Room. The Choir Room will be open early for those students with an early release on Wednesdays who are not enrolled in our Seekers program. They are welcome to come to the Choir Room to work on their music or in their music workbooks; to work on homework; or recharge after the school day and before rehearsal.

The Choristers will join the choir for Eucharist on September 17. They join the Parish Choir at the 10:30 AM Eucharist on the first and third Sundays of each month, as well as the Christmas Eve 6:00 PM service and Easter Day 9:00 and 11:00 services. Christ Church Choristers is affiliated with the Royal School of Church Music and will utilize the RSCM Voice for Life curriculum, allowing motivated choristers to achieve recognition for their musical achievements. In addition to instruction in singing and music theory, Choristers will also receive training in the history of sacred music and liturgy. There is no cost to participate in Christ Church Choristers, and the program is open to those in the community.

Save the date!!

CHRIST CHURCH WOMEN'S RETREAT 2023

"Retreat, Re-Center, Renew"

September 22-24 ~ Beckwith Camp & Conference Center

Register online; forms also available on the information table in the Parish Office.

CHRIST CHURCH NAMETAGS

Christ Church nametags are making a comeback! To request yours, please sign up after services on Sundays in the Parish Hall or online here. Nametags may be picked up in the Parish Hall the Sunday after your request is submitted.

MONTCLAIR UNIFORM DRIVE

As part of Christ Church's Community Outreach, we support Montclair Elementary with needs throughout the school year. Children at the school need clean uniforms on a daily basis. The uniform closet is bare, and we can help fill it! The uniform shirts are any navy or white polos, and the uniform bottoms are any khaki or navy shorts or pants. All sizes are needed 5 (youth small) through 12 (youth large). If you would like to help with this need, you may either (1) purchase these items at local stores like Target or Walmart and drop off at the church labeled Montclair Elementary; (2) use this Amazon link and purchase items to be delivered to the church; or (3) write a check to Christ Church with Montclair uniforms in the memo line. For questions, please click here.

NEW HOST MINISTRY!

Hosts welcome visitors and parishioners to Christ Church on Sunday mornings before the 8 AM service, 9:30 AM formation hour, and 10:30 AM service. Hosts provide directions to various locations to aid in navigating our church campus, creating a welcoming experience. Contact Krista to be part of this new ministry.

ATTENTION PARENTS AND GRANDPARENTS! 

Each and every Wednesday a group of prayer warriors (Bonnie Benz, Carolyn Formsma, Mia Jerrems, Krista McGraw, Julia McShan, Tess Willstatter, and Victoria Wright) meet together to pray for our children and young adults. We pray for their guidance and direction as well as for safety. We have a very long list. If you would like to know if your child is on that list you may check with one of us or if you have a particular need you may fill out a prayer request form (on back of pew) on Sunday morning.

ADULT EDUCATION OFFERING

"Christ Church’s One Foundation" ~ led by Fr. Michael and Rev. Katie

Sundays ~ 9:30 AM ~ Parish Hall

Join Fr. Michael and Rev. Katie as we focus on who we are as the people of Christ Church and the foundations of our faith. This class will lead us into the Fall and look at how we Engage, Experience, and Extend the love of God and practical ways to live out those foundations at Christ Church and in the world.

The Parish Office will be closed on Monday, September 4

in observance of Labor Day.

**Please note there will not be a Parish Breakfast on Sunday, September 3.**

YACC (YOUNG ADULTS OF CHRIST CHURCH)

Tuesdays ~ 6:30 PM

Odd Colony

Starting in August, we meet at Odd Colony at our new time: 6:30 PM. Come join us for conversation, fellowship, and Bible Study on the Book of Amos (no preparation needed). Please contact Rev. Katie or Tess with any questions.

EPIC BOOK CLUB

Wednesday, September 6 ~ 3:00 PM ~ Parish Hall

The Epic Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 3:00 PM. The September book discussion will be Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. Please click here to be added to the email list for updates, and/or join our Facebook group (EPIC Bookclub of Christ Episcopal Church).

DAUGHTERS OF THE KING

Saturday, September 9

9:30 AM ~ Parlor

We meet at 9:30 AM on the second Saturday of each month in the Parlor. Anyone interested in learning more about DOK can attend a meeting or contact Monica Barnard.

Attention 6th—12th graders!!

JOIN AN ACOLYTE TEAM!

Acolytes are “ones who help” and are important individuals that make worship possible on Sunday mornings. From serving as a torch bearer that shines the light of Christ to being a server who helps prepare the Lord’s Table, there are many ways to be part of the team. Any 6th-12th grade youth can become an acolyte, serving roughly one Sunday a month. Click here to learn more or join an acolyte team.

ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION OFFERING

Bad Girls of the Bible & What We Can Learn from Them

Sundays ~ 9:30 AM

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

This Sunday’s session continues with consideration of two women in the Bible of questionable character. In Acts, Sapphira and her husband Ananias immediately die when confronted about contributing less than they pledged to their church. And in the book of Judges, Rahab, a prostitute, earns protection from harm for assistance to Hebrew spies while they surveilled Jericho for its worth as a war target. What is learned from these women about living as people of God?

SUNDAY CHILDREN'S MINISTRIES

8:00 AM – Worship with Nursery available. The Nursery is available for children ages infant through 3 years old. This year, special books, age-appropriate activities, and a snack are offered.

9:30 AM – Sunday School is available for children and youth. The Nursery is available for children ages infant through 3 years old. Godly Play is offered for children 4 years old through 3rd grade. Journey Through the Bible is offered for children in 4th and 5th grades.

10:30 AM – Worship with Nursery available. The Nursery is available for children ages infant through 3 years old. This service also includes Children's Chapel during the sermon, designed especially for children ages 4 years old and up. Children are invited to follow the cross down the main aisle during the sequence hymn and will return during the peace, just in time to have communion with their families.

STAY CONNECTED WITH

CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRY!

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!

EPISCOPAL YOUTH COMMUNITY NEWS

EYC NEW FALL SCHEDULE!

Our calendar is now digital! Find it on the EYC page on the church's website, in the weekly newsletter email, or scan the QR code on the paper calendar that was mailed out. If you want to receive a mailed calendar and have not, please email Tess with your name, youth names and address. 

Weekly & Monthly Meetings

Sunday School ~ Sundays, 9:30-10:15 AM ~ in the Undercroft 

High School Bible Study beginning August 31 ~ Thursdays, 7:15-8:00 AM ~ at Fosko

Youth Group ~ Mondays, 7:00-8:30 PM (all youth) 

Drop off at back gate in the parking lot and pick up from the front doors of the church.

Parents are welcome to join us for compline in the church at 8:15 PM.

Volunteering

All youth opportunities are offered the 3rd Saturday of each month. Look for sign-ups in advance!

Presidential Points of Light Award

An award for outstanding volunteer service! See the EYC page on the church's website for more details about requirements and how to submit hours. All hours acquired from August 2023-August 2024 are accepted.

View our calendar of events here!

UPCOMING DIOCESAN EVENTS

ALTAR FLOWER DEDICATIONS

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.

CARE IN COMMUNITY

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.

PRAYERS FOR OUR PARISH FAMILY

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: Don Meyer, John Hunt, Joel Maddox, Elaine & Bill Parker, Joan & Paul White, Chuck Riley, George Andrews, John & Gail LeRoy, Leonora Edwards, Susan Martin, Nancy Stafford, Laura Wolfersperger, Dee Whisenhunt Family & Friends: Craig Carlson, Judy Andreolli, John Lind, Evy, Melanie Smith, Steve Corman, Kelly Currin, Rob Wilmer. 

II. For Those in the Armed Forces, especially—Erik Barton, Stewart Bova, Morgan Cochran, Danica Roark Domokos, Sam Gaston, Robert Geiger, Sterling Gilliam III, Mitchell Harless, William Harper, Harry B. Harris, Benjamin Jensen, Joshua Justin, Art Lantigua, Hillary Leonard, Ben Mathis, Kathryn Martin, Sean McAbee, Tony Miller, Austin Ordway, Gavin Harris Patterson, Kyle Roberson, Peter Shelton, Evan Valdyke, Wesley Valdyke, Jake Willstatter; 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—Margo Painter.

IV. In Thanksgiving. For those in our parish celebrating birthdays—Jo Ann Bjorensen, Frankie Hodnette, Ann Phillips—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.

TRANSITIONS

We welcome

Keith Carrington who visited with us on 20 August 2023.

The sympathy of the parish is extended to the family of

Margo Koelling Painter who died on 14 August 2023.

We wish Godspeed to

Hunter Scott Haferkamp

who has transferred to St. Luke's, Birmingham, AL

and to

Frank E. Westmark & Elizabeth J. Westmark

who have transferred to St. Mark's, Jacksonville, FL.

STAY CONNECTED