CCN Weekly News: October 20, 2021

Weekly news & announcements

October 20, 2021

Collect for the Day

Almighty and everlasting God, increase in us the gifts of faith, hope, and charity; and, that we may obtain what you promise, make us love what you command; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Click here to see this week's readings.

Prayer list

Email your prayer request to our office.

The Week Ahead

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

Thank you to those serving this weekend!

Digital Verger: Ali Heard

Ushers: Tedi Eaton & Rosemarie Rappold

Lector/Intercessor: MaryAnn Ryan

Altar Guild: Dorothy Rifai, Bea Dagdigian,& Dottie Hagar

Coffee Hour: Bob Begin and Bob Bell

Support CCN's MANNA Monday Lunch Program.

125th Anniversary Memorial Organ Dedication: This Sunday at 10 a.m.

This Sunday, October 24 we will dedicate our 125^th Anniversary Memorial Organ in our 10 a.m. worship. This was the celebration we had intended to have last fall!

We have not missed a Sunday of worship since October 28, 1894. Thanks to all who gave generously to make this new organ a reality, and to God unto whom we make a joyful noise.

Please note there will only be one service at 10 a.m. this Sunday. We will not have the 8:15 a.m. service.

All Saints' Day Remembrances

Please complete this form All Saint's Day Remembrances on Sunday, October 31 by Wednesday, October 27.

Launching Next Sunday, October 31:

IN JOY and HOPE

2022 GIVING CAMPAIGN

Where has Christ Church brought you joy and given you hope?

Let us know here.

Hand Warmer Drive for MANNA

Christ Church is raising funds for hand warmers for the homeless community we serve at the MANNA Program at the Cathedral in Boston. A little money goes a long way. Make checks out to Christ Church note MANNA Hand Warmer Drive on the memo line, then send to 1132 Highland Ave. If you prefer to donate cash, please bring to the office in envelope marked MANNA Hand Warmer Drive. Thank you!

Storytime Crafts Donation Box

Drop your gently used and new books for infants - grade 8 in our new Storytime Crafts donation box. It's located in Upper Parish Hall under the clock and next to your Children's Corner.

Learn more about Storytime Crafts here. Click on the image to enlarge it.

CCN Director of Music, Pam Goody, to Retire in January 2022

After 23 years at Christ Church and 13 of them as Director of Music, Pam is graciously stepping down and into retirement. Click here to read the announcement sent on Wednesday.

Expanded Advent Begins on Sunday, November 7

After a good response last year, we will try on Expanded Advent again this year. Sunday, November 7 begins the season. Advent means “coming.” We wait expectantly for the coming again of God: Come, Lord Jesus. We lean into continuing to envision new ways to regather ourselves as followers of Jesus and people of joy and hope in a world that suffers. Read more about expanded Advent and Advent events.

We Need You: Ministry Opportunities at CCN

Join Choir! Email Pam to learn more.

Coffee Hour Hosts Needed! Email Debby to host a coffee hour.

Help run worship. Sign up here.

Beyond the Parish

MaryAnn Ryan, CCN Convention Rep

Amy Sweeney, CCN Convention Rep

Diocesan Convention November 13-14, 2022

Our representatives Amy Sweeney and MaryAnn Ryan will be attending virtually with Nick. We want to know what you think about the resolutions we will vote on as well as the New Mission Strategy and the 2022 Budget. Click here for resolutions. And here for the budget. Let us know by filling out this google form here. We’ll also gather after 10am church on October 31 to hear what you think. This is our Church! Thank you!

Morning Prayer by Conference Call

Join people from around the diocese to start the day in prayer. Nick has been taking a turn to lead this group since we began to pray together at the beginning of the pandemic. Join Nick when he leads the prayer on Thursday, October 28. Click on the image to learn more.

Safe Havens' Annual Virtual Vigil - Saturday, October 28

Join Safe Havens' second annual virtual vigil on Saturday, October 28 from 6pm-7pm. Silence Hides Violence will honor those lost to domestic violence and celebrate those who are surviving. Learn more and join here.

Tenth Annual Needham Diversity Summit (NDS 10.0) - Sunday, November 13

The Tenth Annual Needham Diversity Summit (NDS 10.0) is Sunday afternoon, November 14. The annual event (in which upwards of 300 people have attended) address various issues of equity, diversity and inclusion in Needham. In addition to the keynote speaker (Professor Gary Bailey), there will be two panels; one in which various panelists from diverse backgrounds share their stories. The second panel will have the Chief of Police, John Schlittler , Dr. Olutoyin Fayemi, Dr. Nichole Argo and Ms. Tina Bugos will address what community diversity means to them and how they are working on that in Needham. There will also be 8+ breakout sessions. Learn more here.

Your faithful giving supports our mission and serves Christ in all persons, loving our neighbors as ourselves. Give online.

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.