July 28, 2024

OUR PARISH MISSION

Christ Church exists to show everyone God loves them unconditionally.

We do that by EXPERIENCING, EMBRACING, AND EXTENDING

God's love.

There are several ways to give to the mission of Christ Church:

you can mail in your pledge or place in the Sunday offering,

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 Education Offering

The Book of Common Prayer - Origins and Renewal

Sundays in July ~ 9:15 AM ~ Parish Hall 

Join Fr. Michael and Rev. Katie on Sunday mornings in the month of July at 9:15 AM in the Parish Hall as we study the history and development of our Book of Common Prayer.

Adult Christian Education Offering

How God Changes Your Brain

by Andrew Newberg, M.D., and Mark Robert Waldman

Sundays ~ 9:15-10:15 AM

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

Sunday morning this class will begin discussing the third section of this book, “Transforming Your Inner Reality.” Chapter Eight, “Exercising Your Brain,” lists what the authors consider the "Top Ten" best brain exercisers. Dr. Newberg, and Mr. Waldman challenge readers to begin brain and faith strengthening exercises. You might even think about this as "Faith Calisthenics".



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

Feeding the Gulf Coast ~ Friday, July 26 ~ 12:45-3:00 PM

Volunteers will help sort food at Feeding the Gulf Coast's warehouse located in Milton. There are only 9 spots available, and a waiver is required, so you must sign up in advance. Volunteers 12-15 years old must have a parent or adult responsible for them in attendance. Youth 16-18 can come without an adult chaperone. If you are interested in volunteering, please email Krista.

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 ministry.

HAPPENINGS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Summer of Service:

Feeding the Gulf Coast

Friday, July 26

Kickoff Sunday

Sunday, August 11

Blessing of the Backpacks

Sunday, August 11

NEW ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION OFFERING

The Book of Common Prayer - Origins and Renewal

Sundays in July ~ 9:15 AM ~ Parish Hall 

Join Fr. Michael and Rev. Katie on Sunday mornings in the month of July at 9:15 AM in the Parish Hall as we study the history and development of our Book of Common Prayer.

SUMMER OF SERVICE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

Feeding the Gulf Coast ~ Friday, July 26 ~ 12:45-3:00 PM

Volunteers will help sort food at Feeding the Gulf Coast's warehouse located in Milton.

There are only 9 spots available, and a waiver is required, so you must sign up in advance.

Volunteers 12-15 years old must have a parent or adult responsible for them in attendance.

Youth 16-18 can come without an adult chaperone.

If you are interested in volunteering, please email Krista.

JOIN US FOR KICKOFF SUNDAY!

~ Sunday, August 11 ~

Sunday School classes for both youth and adults resume!

BLESSING OF THE BACKPACKS

Sunday, August 11 ~ at both services

School has begun and Christ Church wants to help your family start this year off right with our annual Blessing of the Backpacks on Sunday, August 11! We invite children of all ages to place their backpacks at the front of the church prior to the service starting. During the announcements, Father Michael and Rev. Katie will offer special blessings and prayers for both students and teachers. Children are invited to pick up their backpack from the front after the service when we will have a special surprise to hand out to each student.

YACC (YOUNG ADULTS OF CHRIST CHURCH)

Tuesdays ~ 6:30-8:00 PM ~ Odd Colony

During the summer, we will be exploring different prayer practices. Come join us for a time of discussion and ways we can enrich our prayer life. Please contact Rev. Katie with any questions. 

EPIC BOOK CLUB

Wednesday, August 7 ~ 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 August book discussion will be The Women by Kristin Hannah. Upcoming reads: September (Saturday by Ian McEwan); October (The Light We Carry: Overcoming in Uncertain Times by Michelle Obama). Please click here to be added to the email list for updates, and/or join our Facebook group (EPIC Bookclub of Christ Episcopal Church).

DAUGHTERS OF THE KING

Saturday, August 10 ~ 9:30 AM ~ Library

We meet at 9:30 AM on the second Saturday of each month in the Library. Anyone interested in learning more about DOK can attend a meeting or contact Monica Barnard.

NEW ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION OFFERING

How God Changes Your Brain

by Andrew Newberg, M.D., and Mark Robert Waldman

Sundays ~ 9:15-10:15 AM

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

Sunday morning this class will begin discussing the third section of this book, “Transforming Your Inner Reality.” Chapter Eight, “Exercising Your Brain,” lists what the authors consider the "Top Ten" best brain exercisers. Dr. Newberg, and Mr. Waldman challenge readers to begin brain and faith strengthening exercises. You might even think about this as "Faith Calisthenics".

CHILDREN'S MINISTRIES

SUMMER SUNDAY SCHEDULE

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

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.

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!

UPCOMING DIOCESAN EVENTS

EPISCOPAL YOUTH COMMUNITY NEWS

For the current EYC newsletter, click here.

CHRIST CHURCH POPs

Join Christ Church for POPping sermons and conversations! Here we will share the Preaching Of the Parish as well as conversations with People Of the Parish and Partners Of the Parish. Each week we will alternate between past sermons and interviews.

Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/christ-church-pops/id1727616547

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.

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.

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.

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.

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: Kathi Wright, Mary Stitt, The Rev. Jandy Watkins, Marian Hughes, Don Meyer, Dee Whisenhunt Family & Friends: Ronnie Sims, Judy Utley, Brodie Lewis, Hal Major, Harold & Teresa Gillan, Jane Rambo Litvak, Ella Blümlein, Kim Peterson, Kelly Currin, Rob Wilmer. 

II. For Those in the Armed Forces, especially—Erik Barton, Stewart Bova, Blake Busse, Morgan Cochran, Danica Roark Domokos, Pierce Fiveash, 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, Riley Nofziger, 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.

IV. In Thanksgiving. For those in our parish celebrating birthdays—Harrison Bender, Gregory Smith, William Smith—and anniversaries—Rachel & Chris Heaney (31 yrs.)

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