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The Ninth Sunday after Pentecost

July 21, 2024

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A Message from our Priest:

July 12, 2024

Dear Friends,

It has been a difficult few weeks here at Christ Church. We have celebrated the passing of a number of important people in our parish’s life, including Father Bird and Canon Rauscher. Both priests were incredibly important in the life of this parish. They were both loved and will be missed by many of you. May they rest in the peace of Jesus.

I have noticed your grief. Grief is a hard thing to measure and there are a wide range of other complicated feelings and thoughts that often accompany it. It’s a difficult time for sure.

This is a good time to remind ourselves that when we celebrate the Eucharist in hope, we are joining with the saints and those loved ones who have passed on. This is also a good time to lean on each other and pray together and share your thoughts and stories about the people who have passed on. There are many ways to celebrate the ones we miss. Take good care of each other. You are all in my prayers.

Faithfully in Christ,

Father Civale

Those Who Serve

Sunday, July 21, 2024

8:00 am

Server & Chalice: Bernie Lasoski

Lector: Maureen Carrigan

Usher: Fran Fulgham

10:00 am

Crucifer: Chris Cranston

1st Server: Scott Cranston

2nd Server: Rebecca Piskun

Acolyte Master: Emily Piskun

Chalice Bearers: Ed Ferrell & Jim Bathurst

Lector I & Intercessor: Cheryl Rheiner

Lector II: Tori Wishnick

Ushers: Mark Novalsky & Charles Lewis

Ice Pops: The Cranston Family

Vestry Lock Up: Sophie Seddon

Notewriter: Gwen Simpson

Food Bank: Ed Ferrell

Vestry Counters: Team 3

Sunday, July 28, 2024

8:00 am

Server & Chalice: Rob Johnson

Lector: Jim Bathurst

Usher: Mark Hendricks

10:00 am

Crucifer: Payton Sims

1st Server: Cece Lyden

2nd Server: Joey Lyden

Acolyte Master: Robertta Shomo

Chalice Bearers: Rob Johnson & Doreen Mills

Lector I & Intercessor: John Lyden

Lector II: Aimee Lyden

Ushers: Dennis Sims & Paul Allbright

Ice Pops: The Klugh Family

Vestry Lock Up: Sherm Yeiter

Notewriter: Marilyn McGeoch

Food Bank: Sue Velasquez

Vestry Counters: Team 3

Click to View or Download TWS June, July, & August

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

Liturgical Schedule this Week

Evening prayer

Friday, July 19, 5:30 pm

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 Ninth Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday, July 21, 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, July 24, 2024, 10:00 am

Feast of Thomas a Kempis, Priest

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, July 25, 6:30 pm

Feast of Saint James the Apostle

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, July 26, 5:30 pm

Feast of the Parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary

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, July 28, 2024

The Tenth Sunday after Pentecost

The First Reading: 2 Kings (2:1-15)

Psalm: 114

The Second Reading: Ephesians (4:1-7, 11-16)

The Gospel: Mark (6:45-52)

*Please note Christ Church uses the RSV Bible translation.

Bible Gateway online Bible.

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, July 24 ~ 5:00 pm ECW Key West BBQ
Thursday, July 25 ~ 7:00 pm Finance Committee Meeting
Monday, July 29 ~ 7:00 pm Endowment Committee Meeting
Thursday, August 1~ 7:00 pm Executive Committee Meeting
Thursday, August 1 ~ 6:30 pm Brotherhood Wine Tasting

Announcements

Stewardship - Christ Church is going green and saving green

Now available in pews you will find a “I gave online” reuseable card that can be placed in the offering plate by our online donors. On the opposite is a QR Code to donate by PayPal.

We are also launching new universal envelopes that are located in the pews. These will be replacing the boxed envelopes in 2025. They are less expensive, and we are printing them in house. There are check boxes for the variety of funds to which one can donate. They also include information for altar flowers on the back. Everyone who attends Christ Church is encouraged to use these envelopes as needed.

Last year we spent over $300.00 on envelopes, many of which were not used. This new program will save Christ Church money and save on paper waste.

New Choir Director and Organist: Nicholas Mynyk

Christ Church is happy to announce that the parish has hired Nicholas Mynyk as choir director and organist. Nicholas is a recognized leader in the professional, academic, and sacred music fields. Having considerable experience as a performer, teacher, clinician, and minister of music; he brings to us a wide breadth of knowledge, experience, and passion. He has performed as a solo pianist, organist, harpist, harpsichordist, violinist, and conductor throughout the United States, France, Monaco, and Italy. Nicholas has served as Vice President and President of the Philadelphia Music Teachers Association and is an active board member.

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 will be 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.

Greater Woodbury Cooperative Ministries

GWCM needs our help! Donations are especially needed at this time due to a continued high number of clients. What an impact Christ Church could make if each family set a goal to bring 1 (one) items to church each week.

The pantry is providing food to many more clients and needs the following items on a regular basis: Sauce for pasta, jelly, cereal, tuna, canned meats, pancake mix and syrup. Items can be put brought in on Sundays. Thank you.

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.

Please use the QR Code, on the right, to purchase tickets for the Wine Tasting.

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.

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.