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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)
New Adult Christian Formation Offering:
"Living and Dying Well"
Sundays thru February 11 ~ 9:15 AM ~ Parish Hall
Our faith tells us that in death we are reborn, but we leave our loved ones to grieve and handle all the loose ends. One of the greatest gifts that we can give is to plan for a good death. Christ Church is presenting a special 5-week class (January 7-February 11) where we will learn about “dying well” and what it means for how we live. This class will be held at 9:15 AM in the Parish Hall and is for all ages.
New Adult Christian Education Offering
When the Heart Waits: Spiritual Direction for Life’s Sacred Questions
by Sue Monk Kidd
Sundays ~ 9:15 AM ~ Rm. 31 of Education Bldg. or by Zoom link here
Meeting ID: 878 4884 3240 Password: 510649
The title of chapter two, “Quickaholic Spirituality,” describes how some people try to live Christian discipleship. A short daily scripture reading and prayer with church on Sunday are squeezed into increasingly full schedules. How can one resist the peer pressure to hurry and be still and wait with God?
We extend the love of God (Outreach/Parishioner Support)
Ministry Opportunities & Ways to Serve
What does it mean to be the Church? The Church is not a building, but a community of people and there are many opportunities where you can share your gifts within our community. How is God leading YOU to serve in new and exciting ways at Christ Church? For a full list of ministry descriptions, please click here; for volunteer signup form, click here.
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.
Food Ministry
Food Ministry needs more cooks to provide meals to parishioners who are recovering from surgery, illness, or grieving. If you enjoy cooking and want to use your talents to extend God’s love to others, please consider joining this ministry which is part of Circle of Care. Email Krista if you are interested or have any questions.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Membership Matters Class
Sunday, February 4
Confirmation Classes begin
Sunday, February 11
Ash Wednesday Services
Wednesday, February 14
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MEMBERSHIP MATTERS CLASS
Sunday, February 4 ~ 12:00 PM ~ Parlor
Fr. Michael will be leading a class for new members and anyone who wants to learn more about our church. The class will meet in the Parlor following the 10:30 service.
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CONFIRMATION CLASSES FOR ADULTS
& YOUTH (8th grade & above)
BEGIN SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 11
Confirmation is an opportunity to “confirm” your baptismal faith during the bishop’s visit on Sunday, April 21. It is also a way to take ownership in being a member of an Episcopal Church in general and Christ Church in particular. This year, adults and youth will have separate Lenten confirmation classes. Classes will occur during the Sunday school hour (9:30-10:15 AM) in the Parish Hall during the season of Lent. There will be an introductory class held on Sunday, February 11 from 12-2:30 PM. We will begin in the Parish Hall for lunch and move to the Church for class. Childcare will be offered. To sign up for classes, please e-mail Kelly Heindl, Parish Secretary, by Wednesday, February 7. If you have any questions, please e-mail Rev. Katie.
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ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICES
Wednesday, February 14
7:30 AM - Imposition of Ashes
8:15 AM - EDS Imposition of Ashes
12:00 Noon - Holy Eucharist
& Imposition of Ashes
6:00 PM - Holy Eucharist
& Imposition of Ashes
Nursery care available at the 6:00 service.
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A PASTORAL NOTE...
The Rev. Glad RobinsMcCurtain, who grew up at Christ Church, died January 21, 2024. You can read her obituary here. Glad’s Celebration of Life will be streamed on Saturday, February 10 at 1PM at the link provided here. May light perpetual shine upon her.
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SMALL GROUPS FOR LENT: "THE ABUNDANT LIFE"
As part of the observance of a holy Lent this year, Christ Church invites and challenges you to be part of a small group. This Lenten discipline is a great way to observe the season with prayer, study, and fellowship, this year focusing on "The Abundant Life." We intend for at least 150 individuals to be part of small groups of all generations — an excellent way to meet new people and connect with fellow parishioners. Groups will be at most 10 people in size and meet once a week for an hour for the six weeks of Lent beginning February 18. Sign up for small groups here. If you are interested in hosting or leading a small group, please email Rev. Katie.
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CELEBRATING THE EUCHARIST Ad Orientem IN LENT
Honoring the original architecture of New Christ Church, the Celebrant will celebrate Eucharist ad orientem, “to the East,” during the season of Lent. “But that’s north!” you may say. For more information, please click here.
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CHRIST CHURCH POPs
Join Christ Church an Episcopal community in Pensacola, Florida for POPping sermons and conversations. Here we will share the Preaching Of the Parish as well as conversations with People Of the Parish and Partners Of the Parish. Each week we will alternate between past sermons and interviews. If you would like to know more about Christ Church Pensacola, you can visit our website at www.christ-church.net. You can also join us on Sundays at 10:30AM Central Time via YouTube and Facebook.
Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/christ-church-pops/id1727616547
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FOOD MINISTRY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The Food Ministry needs more cooks to provide meals to parishioners who are recovering from surgery, illness, or grieving. If you enjoy cooking and want to use your talents to extend God’s love to others, please consider joining this ministry which is part of Circle of Care. Email Krista if you are interested or have any questions.
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ECW FEBRUARY LUNCHEON
Tuesday, February 6 ~ 11:30 AM ~ Library
Guest Speaker:
J.O. Zachow ~ "Under the Dome"
Cost of lunch is $10; payable at the door. Please sign up by Friday, February 2, by contacting Kelly at the Parish Office, 432-5115, or by email here. There is also a sign up sheet on the information table in the Parish Hall.
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YACC (YOUNG ADULTS OF CHRIST CHURCH)
Tuesdays ~ 6:30-8:00 PM ~ Odd Colony
We will start Lent small group sessions on Tuesday, February 20. Sign up with our online small groups form by clicking "I have a group" and selecting "YACC." Please contact Rev. Katie or Tess with any questions.
YACC LUNCH ~ Sunday, February 18 ~ 12-2PM ~ Parlor
Join us for a BBQ lunch on Sunday, February 18 from 12-2PM in the Church Parlor! Current and prospective new members are encouraged to attend. This adult only event is open to young professionals from 21-49 years of age! Please RSVP here.
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CIRCLE OF CARE MEETING
Wednesday, February 7 ~ 11:00 AM ~ Library
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EPIC BOOK CLUB
Wednesday, February 7 ~ 3:00 PM ~ Library
The Epic Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 3:00 PM in the Library on the second floor of the Christian Education building. The February book discussion will be Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston. Upcoming reads: March (Becoming Mrs. Lewis by Patti Callahan). Please click here to be added to the email list for updates, and/or join our Facebook group (EPIC Bookclub of Christ Episcopal Church).
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“Get wRight” MARDI GRAS FUNDRAISER
Friday, February 9
& Saturday, February 10
It’s Mardi Gras time and the best place to enjoy the Friday evening illuminated parade and Saturday afternoon "grand" parade is in front of Christ Church! (The parades make the turn at Wright and Palafox Sts.). Bring the family and “GET wRIGHT” with adult beverages, water and snacks. All proceeds support our local parish outreach projects. Tell your friends and neighbors to stop by too! We will be open prior to the parades (7:30 PM on Friday and 2:00 PM on Saturday) and during the events.
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YACC/EYC PARADE PARKING LOT FUNDRAISER
Saturday, February 10 ~ 10:30 AM–12:30 PM
The Young Adults of Christ Church & EYC will have a parking lot fundraiser for the Grand Mardi Gras Parade on Saturday, February 10 beginning at 10:30 AM. Parking spaces will be sold for $15 per vehicle (cash only) in the back parking lot off of Belmont St. and the additional lot across Baylen St. All proceeds will support their mission trip and outreach funds.
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ADULT CHRISTIAN FORMATION OFFERING
When the Heart Waits:
Spiritual Direction for Life’s Sacred Questions
by Sue Monk Kidd
Sundays ~ 9:15-10:15 AM
Rm. 31 of Education Bldg. or by Zoom link here
The title of chapter two, “Quickaholic Spirituality,” describes how some people try to live Christian discipleship. A short daily scripture reading and prayer with church on Sunday are squeezed into increasingly full schedules. How can one resist the peer pressure to hurry and be still and wait with God?
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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 hymn of praise and will return during the peace, just in time to have communion with their families.
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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!
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EYC February Happenings
Saturday, February 3 ~ Make Lunch for Ronald McDonald House ~ 11AM-1PM
Sign up here.
Saturday, February 10 - Mardi Gras Parking Lot Fundraiser ~ 10:30 AM-12:30 PM
Help EYC raise money for a future mission trip by working the parking lots at the church. We will meet at 10:30 AM and end at 12:30 PM. Parking is $15/spot (cash only). Stick around for an EYC parade viewing party with your family! (EYC will have bag lunches for volunteers). Sign up here.
Weekly Meetings
Sunday School ~ Sundays, 9:30-10:15 AM ~ in the Undercroft
(access through the black gate in the parking lot)
Youth Group ~ Mondays, 7:00-8:30 PM (all youth)
(drop off at the black gate in the parking lot; pick up from the front doors of the church —
parents are welcome to join us for compline in the church at 8:15 PM)
- We will meet on Monday, February 5 and Monday, February 12 as normal.
- NO Youth Group on Monday, February 19 (President's Day).
- Monday, February 26 – Lent small groups start.
High School Bible Study ~ Thursdays, 7-8 AM ~ at Bodacious
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PRE-LENT QUIET MORNING
Saturday, February 10 ~ 9:00 AM–12:30 PM ~ Holy Trinity Episcopal
Holy Trinity is offering a Pre-Lent Quiet Morning on Saturday, February 10, from 9AM-12:30PM. The Quiet Morning is to help participants plan how they want to live the Season of Lent for the sake of God’s liberating and transforming Love having an effect on their lives. This is free and limited to 25 participants, and all are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes and bring a Bible and something in which to write/record thoughts and insights. Fr. Bob Graves will lead the Quiet Morning, sponsored by the Holy Trinity Daughters of the King. To register, contact Rev. Katie by Tuesday, February 6.
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MEN'S CONFERENCE: "Rekindling the Gift of God Within"
Friday, March 1 – Sunday, March 3
Beckwith Camp & Conference Center
All men in the diocese are invited to this annual weekend retreat of fellowship and formation. The guest speaker will be the Rt. Rev. Gary Lillibridge, retired bishop of West Texas. Cost varies. Room and commuter rates available. Details and registration here.
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CHRIST CHURCH NAMETAGS
Christ Church nametags are back! 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.
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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 Hall.
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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.
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BIRTHDAYS & WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES
FOR THE PARISH FAMILY
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 Hall. The calendar is checked weekly before the prayer list goes to print.
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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: Ceil Reese, Bette Boddy, Marian Hughes, Don Meyer, John Hunt, Joel Maddox, Elaine & Bill Parker, Joan White, Chuck Riley, John & Gail LeRoy, Leonora Edwards, Susan Martin, Laura Wolfersperger, Dee Whisenhunt Family & Friends: Troy Williams, Craig Carlson, Ailyne Gilliard, Ronnie Sims, Janie Clarke, Kelly Currin, Rob Wilmer.
II. For Those in the Armed Forces, especially—Erik Barton, Stewart Bova, Blake Busse, Morgan Cochran, Danica Roark Domokos, Pierce Fiveash, Sam Gaston, Robert Geiger, Sterling Gilliam III, Mitchell Harless, 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—Glad McCurtain.
IV. In Thanksgiving. For those in our parish celebrating birthdays—Jack Allebach—and anniversaries—Hannah & Ben Smith.
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.
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