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The Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost

August 18, 2024

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Those Who Serve

Sunday, August 18, 2024

8 am

Server & Chalice: Bernie Lasoski

Lector: Kim Henning

Usher: Fran Fulgham

10 am

Crucifer: Chris Cranston

1st Server: Cece Lyden

2nd Server: Joey Lyden

Acolyte Master: Emily Piskun

Chalice Bearers: Rob Johnson & Ed Ferrell

Lector I & Intercessor: Sarah Cranston

Lector II: Joan Mitchell

Ushers: Mark Novalsky & Charles Lewis

Ice Pops: The Shomo Family

Vestry Lock Up: Sarah Cranston

Note writer: Marilyn McGeoch

Food Bank: Jim & Mary Beth Bathurst

Vestry Counters: Team 3

Sunday, August 25, 2024

8 am

Server & Chalice: Steve Lewis

Lector: Bernie Lasoski

Usher: Mark Hendricks

10 am

Crucifer: Payton Sims

1st Server: Riley Shomo

2nd Server: Rebecca Piskun

Acolyte Master: Robertta Shomo

Chalice Bearers: Doreen Mills & Jim Bathurst

Lector I & Intercessor: Michele Schiffer

Lector II: Tori Wishnick

Ushers: Dennis Sims & Paul Allbright

Ice Pops: The Sim Family

Vestry Lock Up: Doreen Mills

Note writer: Cheryl Rheiner

Food Bank: Charles Lewis

Vestry Counters:Team 4

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There are a few hard copies of TWS June, July & August 2024 in the transfer box.

Those Who Serve can be found on our website www.christchurch.woodburynj.org under the Worship tab.

Liturgical Schedule this Week

Evening prayer

Friday, August 16, 2024, 5:30 pm

Stephen of Hungary, King and Confessor

During the evening prayer, there are some readings from the Bible, including Psalms, and prayers are said for the Church, the World, and ourselves. There is no music or sermon at this service.

The Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday, August 18, 2024

8:00 am Mass

10:00 am Sung Mass

These are the principle Masses of the week, encompassing both the Liturgy of the Word and the Liturgy of the Table.

Mass with the Sacrament of Healing

Wednesday, August 21, 2024, 10:00 am

Feria

During the Mass with the Sacrament of Healing, we read the names of those on our prayer list, offering a special moment of prayer. You are also invited to receive anointing for healing and partake in Communion. Everyone is warmly welcome to join us.

Mid-Week Mass

Thursday, August 22, 2024, 6:30 pm

Feria

Experience our mid-week worship—a brief and informal service designed to recharge your spirit. Join us for a refreshing and uplifting moment in your week.

Evening prayer

Friday, August 23, 2024, 5:30 pm

Rose of Lima

During the evening prayer, there are some readings from the Bible, including Psalms, and prayers are said for the Church, the World, and ourselves. There is no music or sermon at this service.

The Sacrament of Penance

The Sacrament of Penance (Confession) and spiritual counsel are always available by appointment. Please don't hesitate to reach out to Fr. Civale.

Readings for Sunday, August 25, 2024

The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost

The First Reading: Joshua (24:1-2a, 14-25)

The Second Reading: Ephesians (5:21-33)

The Gospel: John (6:60-59)

*Please note Christ Church uses the RSV Bible translation.

Bible Gateway online Bible.

Announcements

Adopt - a - Project

Buildings and Grounds has a display of projects available for adoption in the upstairs of the Parish Hall. Thank you to everyone who has already adopted a project. There are more projects available soon.

Chill Out this Summer at Christ Church

Sunday Morning Fellowship

Get ready to chill out this summer! As the summer break draws near, we're excited to announce that we'll be offering a refreshing treat after the 10 a.m. mass - delicious ice pops and cold water.

Answer the Call to Serve

Jesus calls us to teach, preach, and heal. Our Sunday School for the 2024-2025 year needs a passionate teacher to guide one of our classes. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of our young ones. If you feel led to serve in this meaningful way, please reach out to Cindy Scales for more information. Let's come together to inspire and nurture the next generation in faith!

Greater Woodbury Cooperative Ministries

Please remember to bring in an item for the foodbank to help fill their shelves on Sunday mornings and anytime you attend Mass. The main pantry at Colonial Manor has re-opened and is accepting donations.

Immediate Needs: Cold Cereal, Mac & Cheese, Peanut Butter, Grape Jelly, Pasta, Pasta Sauce, Hearty Soups

Always Needed: Toilet Paper, Canned Tuna, Canned Fruits and Vegetables, Pancake Mix (complete), Syrup, Tea Bags, Coffee, Laundry Detergent (liquid), Shampoo, Body Wash, Soap, Toothpaste and Brushes, Deodorant, Mouth Wash, Shaving Cream, Razors

If you are available to help deliver, please contact Darcie Sanchez at darciecsanchez@gmail.com or 856-906-8800.

For more information about the GWCM visit gwcm.org

Brotherhood of St. Andrew

Join The Brotherhood of St. Andrew for prayer, study, and service. The Brotherhood of St. Andrew is an international ministry of men within the Anglican Communion with the commission of spreading Christ’s kingdom among men and youth. The Mission of the Brotherhood of St. Andrew has been bringing men and youth to Jesus Christ since its founding in 1883. The Brotherhood in fulfilling its mission does so by following the three key disciplines of prayer, study, and service.

ECW - Episcopal Church Women

All women who attend Christ Church are considered members of the ECW. Since 1871, the National Episcopal Church Women, ECW, have championed women’s rights and the Christian foundation of God and family. They are a ministry of the Episcopal Church and celebrate that Episcopalians believe in a loving, liberating, and life-giving God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Invite your relatives, friends and neighbors that are returning to school to bring their school bag to Christ Church on Sunday, September 8, 2024, 10:00 am to receive a blessing for the school year.

Homecoming Sunday

All are welcome to join us for Homecoming Sunday on September 15th, immediately following 10am mass in the upper parish hall. This will be a great opportunity to learn about and sign up to participate in one or more of our ministries and meet our ministry leaders. Come, join the festivities while we kick off our 2024/2025 program year at Christ Church. Ministries currently offered: Acolytes, Alter Guild, Archives, Brotherhood, Chalice, Choir, ECW, Kitchen/Coffee, Nursery, Readers, Sunday School, Ushers, Garden, & Youth group! We offer something for everyone! Hope to see you there!

Save the Date

October 12, 2024

Acolyte Festival at the Washington National Cathedral

The Washington National Cathedral has invited acolytes throughout our country to participate in the annual Acolyte Festive in Washington, DC on October 12, 2024. Christ Church has participated in the past but our present acolytes have not participated in the event.

Acolytes, servers, vergers, and clergy are invited to participate in the amazing procession and the mass. Following the mass there are opportunities for workshops and tours of the cathedral and cathedral gardens. Parents are welcomed to attend. Our group will leave Christ Church at 6:30AM and return by 6PM. We will need volunteer drivers.

For more information visit https://cathedral.org/worship/acolyte-festival/

A video of the 2023 procession is available on YouTube at Washington National Cathedral Acolyte Festival 2023.

Please contact Steve Lewis or Doreen Mills if your acolyte is interested in attending.

Support Peace in the World

Episcopal Relief and Development

Responding to Israeli - Hamas War

Episcopal Relief & Development continues to partner with Al Ahli Hospital, a ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem, to provide emergency medical support in the Gaza Strip in response to the Israel-Hamas war. Support of the Episcopal Relief & Development Middle East Fund will help to address immediate and long-term needs created by the Israel-Hamas war through locally-led partnerships.

Episcopal Relief & Development Partners with The Convocation of Episcopal Churches in Europe to Aid Ukrainian Refugees

Episcopal Relief & Development is partnering with the Convocation of Episcopal Churches in Europe to help local congregations throughout Europe provide assistance to Ukrainian refugees. Please continue to pray for all those impacted by the violence. Donations to Episcopal Relief & Development’s Ukraine Crisis Response fund will help meet critical needs created by this crisis.

Episcopal Relief and Development Sudan

Episcopal Relief & Development partners with the South Sudanese Development and Relief Agency (SSUDRA), the relief and development arm of the Episcopal Church of South Sudan, to address ongoing issues in South Sudan and to strengthen SSUDRA’s operations. Donate Now.