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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, January 7- February 11 ~ 9:30 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 9:30 AM in the Parish Hall and is for all ages.
Adult Christian Education Offering
An Advent Meditation — Preparing the Way: Christian Practices for Advent
from The Forward Movement
Sunday, December 31 ~ 9:15 AM ~ Rm. 31 of Education Bldg. or by Zoom link here
Meeting ID: 878 4884 3240 Password: 510649
The season of Advent is a time for reflection, watching, and expectant waiting to see the Messiah. How do Christians do these things? Participants are to read the daily Advent meditation which includes an activity to enhance understanding of God’s intention for the Messiah. Then on Sunday morning the group will gather to share insights and effects of the activities for deeper meaning for the season.
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.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
YACC Christmas Social
Tuesday, December 19
Christmas Eve Services
Sunday, December 24
EPIC Book Club
Wednesday, January 3
ECW Luncheon
Tuesday, January 9
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Please note that the Chronicle will not be published
the week of December 25 —
MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL!!
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ADVENT & CHRISTMAS SERVICE SCHEDULE
Christmas Eve ~ Sunday, December 24
9:30 AM Holy Eucharist ~ Nursery care available
**Please note we will offer only one service in the morning on Christmas Eve.**
(**No Christian Education**)
4:00 PM Holy Eucharist for Children & Families ~ Nursery care available
6:00 PM Holy Eucharist ~ Nursery care available
10:00 PM Christmas Prelude Concert with the Parish Choir
10:30 PM The Midnight Mass of Christmas
**Please note we will not offer a service on Christmas Day.**
The Parish Office will be closed
Monday, December 25 through Monday, January 1.
**Please note we will not offer a noon service on Wednesday, December 27.**
**Christian Education will not be offered on Sundays, December 24 & 31;
classes will resume on Sunday, January 7.**
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MONTCLAIR ANGEL TREE
To the People who are Christ Church, thank you! You supported over 50 children and 50 teachers by providing Christmas gifts and clothing to a total of 116 individuals. This was our largest Angel Tree ever! Thank you to everyone who adopted a child or teacher, supported financially, assisted with shopping, helped organize presents, and delivered gifts. A special thank you to Jennifer and Melissa for coordinating, the Outreach Committee for their support, and Krista for adding the finishing touches to gifts. I am grateful to the people who are Christ Church for your generosity and dedication to supporting children and teachers in our community. May God, who sent his angels to proclaim the glad news of the Savior’s birth, fill you with joy, and continue to make you heralds of good tidings. Blessings, Rev. Katie+
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THANK YOU FROM ECW!
Because of the generous donations and many purchases of our baked goods, the ECW Bake Sale was once again a huge success! Thanks to all Christ Church parishioners for their continued support!
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NEW ADULT CHRISTIAN FORMATION OFFERING:
"Living and Dying Well"
Sundays, January 7- February 11 ~ 9:30 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 9:30 AM in the Parish Hall and is for all ages.
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YACC CHRISTMAS SOCIAL
Tuesday, December 19 ~ 6-8 PM ~ Parish Hall
Join the Young Adults of Christ Church on Tuesday, December 19 for a Christmas Social! We will meet in the Parish Hall from 6-8 PM. Come for a catered meal by Moe's and stay for the holiday games and treats! Please bring a new, wrapped ornament to participate in our ornament exchange.
Please contact Rev. Katie or Tess with any questions.
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EPIC BOOK CLUB
Wednesday, January 3 ~ 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 January book discussion will be Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtry. Upcoming reads: February (Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston); 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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ECW DECEMBER LUNCHEON
Tuesday, January 9 ~ 11:30 AM ~ Library
Guest Speaker: The Rev. Deacon Deborah Epps
Cost of box lunch is $12; payable at the door. Please sign up by Friday, January 5, 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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ADULT CHRISTIAN FORMATION OFFERING
An Advent Meditation —
Preparing the Way: Christian Practices for Advent
from The Forward Movement
Sunday, December 31 ~ 9:15 AM
Rm. 31 of Education Bldg. or by Zoom link here
The season of Advent is a time for reflection, watching, and expectant waiting to see the Messiah. How do Christians do these things? Participants are to read the daily Advent meditation which includes an activity to enhance understanding of God’s intention for the Messiah. Then on Sunday morning the group will gather to share insights and effects of the activities for deeper meaning for the season.
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HOLY BAPTISM AT CHRIST CHURCH
Upcoming Dates for the Sacrament of New Birth
January 7, 2024 — Baptism of our Lord
Please contact Kelly at the Parish Office to make preparations.
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SUNDAY CHILDREN'S MINISTRIES
**Please note Sunday School will not be offered
on Sundays, December 24 & 31;
it will resume on Sunday, January 7.**
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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All youth programs are taking a short Christmas break!
Sunday School (9:30 AM) will resume on Sunday, January 7.
Youth Group will resume on Monday, January 8.
High School Bible Study will resume on Thursday, January 11.
The January EYC calendar will be mailed out this week so be on the lookout!
Check out the digital calendar 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: Marian Hughes, Don Meyer, John Hunt, Joel Maddox, Elaine & Bill Parker, Joan & Paul White, Chuck Riley, John & Gail LeRoy, Leonora Edwards, Susan Martin, Laura Wolfersperger, Dee Whisenhunt Family & Friends: Janie Clarke, Noel Cole, Mary Ann Ahearn, Scott Harbison, Stacey Kenefick, Dwayne McKinney, Jeff Roser, Jane Buttram, Craig Carlson, Pierre Montambault, Kelly Currin, Rob Wilmer.
II. For Those in the Armed Forces, especially—Erik Barton, Stewart Bova, Blake Busse, Morgan Cochran, Danica Roark Domokos, 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—Barbara "Ditto" Freeman.
IV. In Thanksgiving. For those in our parish celebrating birthdays—Lucy Belk, Barret Morrow—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.
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