July 17, 2022

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 (masks welcome)

In-Person service on Wednesday at 12:00 PM (masks welcome)



We embrace God's love (Study/Formation)

New Summer Sermon and Formation Series

Bearing Fruit: A Colossians Study

Sundays, July 10-31 ~ 9:15 AM ~ Parlor

Join Fr. Michael and Rev. Katie for our second series on the New Testament passages appointed for Sunday worship. We will journey through the beginning of Paul’s letter to the Colossians. Each Sunday sermon will be accompanied by a Sunday school class at 9:15 AM in the Parlor that looks at how we bear fruit in the world, being rooted in Jesus.

Summer Christian Education Study: The Book of Joy

Sundays ~ 9:15 AM

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

Meeting ID: 878 4884 3240 Password: 510649

Bishop Tutu and the Dalai Lama present "The Eight Pillars of Joy" which they practice in order to live joyfully in the midst of pain and suffering. The first four pillars (Perspective, Humility, Humor and Acceptance) are exercises to open one's mind and overcome barriers to experience joy. These pillars and their practices will be the topic for discussion during this Sunday's class which begins at 9:15 AM in Room 31 of the Education Building or by Zoom.    

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

Montclair Elementary Mentors

Over the past several years, Christ Church has built a strong relationship with the students and staff at Montclair Elementary. Of course, that has looked very different over the past two years and we have greatly missed our in-person interactions with the students. Fortunately, we are thrilled that we will be able to return to in-person mentoring this school year! If you are interested in serving as a mentor – someone who can commit to regularly listening, supporting, and encouraging a student for one hour each week or every other week during the school year – please email Honey Harris. We will also have occasional opportunities for volunteers to assist with class parties, science labs, etc. Mentor and volunteer training will take place at Montclair on Tuesday, August 9.

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.

UPCOMING EVENTS

YACC (Young Adults) Social

Friday, July 15

Brotherhood of St. Andrew

Saturday, July 16

EYC Meet & Greet

Sunday, July 17

NEW SUMMER SERMON AND FORMATION SERIES

Bearing Fruit: A Colossians Study

Sundays, July 10-31 ~ 9:15 AM ~ Parlor

Join Fr. Michael and Rev. Katie for our second series on the New Testament passages appointed for Sunday worship. We will journey through the beginning of Paul’s letter to the Colossians. Each Sunday sermon will be accompanied by a Sunday school class at 9:15 AM in the Parlor that looks at how we bear fruit in the world, being rooted in Jesus.

Attention 6th—12th graders!!

ACOLYTE TEAM FORMATION

After several stops and starts in the pandemic, Christ Church will be forming acolyte teams that will serve on a once a month basis. Teams begin this August with the start of school. Jean Karadin, who oversees the ministry, and Brandi Lane, her assistant, will train each team on the Sunday immediately before their first time serving together. If your 6th – 12th grader is interested in serving on a team, please email Traci Hart.

CHRIST CHURCH CHORISTER PROGRAM

TO BEGIN IN FALL

Christ Church Parish is starting an exciting new music program: Christ Church Choristers is a youth chorister program based on the curriculum of the Royal School of Church Music. The program is open to all students of reading ability, generally, 3rd grade through high school. The Choristers rehearse Wednesday afternoons throughout the academic year and join the Parish Choir to sing the 10:30 AM Eucharist on the first and third Sundays of the month. Christ Church Choristers is open to all youth, both within the parish and the larger community outside Christ Church Parish. The Parish provides all music, supplies, and vestments, so there is no cost to families to participate in Christ Church Choristers. If you have a student who might be interested in singing or know of families who may be looking for such a program for their aspiring singers, please keep Christ Church Choristers in mind. Registration will open in early August, with rehearsals beginning on August 24, 2022.

BE A MONTCLAIR ELEMENTARY MENTOR/VOLUNTEER!

Over the past several years, Christ Church has built a strong relationship with the students and staff at Montclair Elementary. Of course, that has looked very different over the past two years and we have greatly missed our in-person interactions with the students. Fortunately, we are thrilled that we will be able to return to in-person mentoring this school year! If you are interested in serving as a mentor – someone who can commit to regularly listening, supporting, and encouraging a student for one hour each week or every other week during the school year – please email Honey Harris. We will also have occasional opportunities for volunteers to assist with class parties, science labs, etc. Mentor and volunteer training will take place at Montclair on Tuesday, August 9.

CHRIST CHURCH WOMEN'S RETREAT

September 23-25 ~ Beckwith Camp & Conference Center

More information to come!

YACC (YOUNG ADULTS OF CHRIST CHURCH)

Romans Bible Study

Tuesdays ~ 6:00 PM ~ Odd Colony Brewing

All young adults are invited to meet on Tuesdays at Odd Colony Brewing Company (260 N. Palafox) at 6:00 PM. Each week, we will be reading a chapter from Jay Sidebotham’s Conversations with Scripture: Romans (https://www.amazon.com/Conversations-Scripture-Anglician-Association-Biblical/dp/0819229911/) to guide us in our study of Romans.

Friday Night Social ~ Friday, July 15 ~ 6:00 PM

Come join YACC this Friday at 6 PM as we attend Gallery Night. Contact Rev. Katie for additional information.

BROTHERHOOD OF ST. ANDREW

Saturday, July 16 ~ 8:00 AM

Guest Speaker: Rev. Katie Gillett

"A Visit to Canterbury Cathedral,

the Mother Church of our Communion"

Communion at 8:00 AM in the Chapel

Breakfast & Talk in the Library

(upstairs in the Christian Ed bldg)

All invited! ~ Please make reservations

on the Christ Church website/Brotherhood of St. Andrew

CIRCLE OF CARE MEETING

Wednesday, July 20 ~ 11:00 AM ~ Parlor

PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY

Thursday, July 21 ~ 9:30 AM ~ Parlor

Newcomers always welcome; instructions provided for those who wish to learn!

SUMMER CHRISTIAN EDUCATION STUDY:

The Book of Joy

Sundays ~ 9:15 AM

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

Meeting ID: 878 4884 3240 Password: 510649

Bishop Tutu and the Dalai Lama present "The Eight Pillars of Joy" which they practice in order to live joyfully in the midst of pain and suffering. The first four pillars (Perspective, Humility, Humor and Acceptance) are exercises to open one's mind and overcome barriers to experience joy. These pillars and their practices will be the topic for discussion during this Sunday's class which begins at 9:15 AM in Room 31 of the Education Building or by Zoom. 

CHILDREN'S MINISTRIES SUMMER

SUNDAY SCHEDULE

8:00 AM – The Nursery is available for children ages infant through 3 years old.

10:30 AM – Children are always welcome during service at Christ Church. A "Kid's Korner" with books, quiet activities, and art has been created for you to use at the entrance on Wright Street. During the service, children will leave prior to the sermon for their own lesson and return at the passing of the peace. The Nursery is available for children ages infant through 3 years old.

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!

For more information and/or to register, click here.

UKRAINE

As we continue to witness the devastation and havoc in Ukraine, we are mindful of Christ’s continual call to extend God’s unconditional love – including in areas far from Pensacola. One way is that we uphold all those who are suffering in prayer. We pray for God to watch over the people of Ukraine and those directly ministering to them in this time. We also pray for peace, for leaders of all nations, and for people in Russia and surrounding countries. Included below is the Prayer for Peace we have been praying to help guide you in prayer; and then two Diocesan recommended ways to reach out our hands in love to those in need.

Prayer for Peace in Ukraine and All Places

Lord God Almighty – Prince of Peace – in whose perfect kingdom no sword is drawn but the sword of righteousness, no strength known but the strength of love: hear our prayer for our brothers and sisters who are suffering in conflicts around the world, but especially this day for those in Ukraine. Bring quickly an end to the current warfare and help those who are able find a way to peace in that land. And we pray for those who have died, and those who love them – and for those who have suffered injury and loss – and those who will care for them. And finally, gracious God – we pray for ourselves: that we may find compassion in our hearts and generosity in our spirits to aid those who are suffering in Ukraine and in every country where conflict and deprivation offend the human dignity we hold so dear in our own baptism. All this we ask in the name of our Lord Jesus. Amen.

Ways to Help:

1. The Diocese has recommended partnering with Episcopal Relief and Development, which is actively engaged in providing crisis relief of supplies and humanitarian assistance to the hurting people of Ukraine. Christ Church supports Episcopal Relief and Development broadly through our March Madness outreach. To support the Ukraine Crisis Response directly, you can write a check made payable to Christ Church with ERD – Ukraine Crisis written in the memo line.
2. The Diocesan Commission on World Mission Engagement has partnered with Blessings International to provide medical supplies for those in need with war-inflicted injuries in Ukraine. Checks may be made out to Blessings International with Ukraine Medications in the memo line and sent to The Rev. Clelia Pinza-Garrity, St. Simon’s Church, 28 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, Ft. Walton Beach, 32548.

EYC MEET AND GREET! ~ Sunday, July 17

Calling all youth and families! Youth ages 6th grade – High School interested in joining the EYC for 2022-2023 are invited to join the new Youth Director in the undercroft following the 10:30 service on July 17. Come have pizza and refreshments while you learn more about the fall schedule and upcoming events. Parents are encouraged to attend!

EYC SAVE THE DATE!

EYC will be hosting a bowling night for youth (6th-HS) and families at Cordova Lanes on Saturday, July 30. Check the Chronicle for more information soon!

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: Sandy Brown, Leonora Edwards, Susan Martin, Joel Maddox, Nancy Stafford, Bruce & Meg Melvin, Laura Wolfersperger, Dee Whisenhunt Family & Friends: Darwin Ford, Jeff H. & family, Michael Notskas, John Charles Matthews, Randy Robbert, Kelly Currin, Dylan Sims, Raider Byrd, Rob Wilmer. 

II. For Those in the Armed Forces, especially—Erik Barton, Mike Bescera, Stewart Bova, Danica Roark Domokos, Sam Gaston, Robert Geiger, Mitchell Harless, William Harper, Harry B. Harris, Benjamin Jensen, Joshua Justin, Art Lantigua, Hillary Leonard, Ben Mathis, Kathryn Martin, Sean McAbee, 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.

IV. In Thanksgiving. For those in our parish celebrating birthdays—Joe Boyles, Abigail Efird, Aidan Efird, Samuel Efird—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.

STAY CONNECTED