Christ Church Chronicle 8-11-24

August 11, 2024

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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

"Gifted"

Sundays in August ~ 9:15 AM ~ Parish Hall

Join Fr. Michael and Rev. Katie for a three-week class on spiritual gifts God has given us and practical ways we use them for the work of God's Kingdom. This class takes place on Sunday mornings in August at 9:15 AM in the Parish Hall.

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

Prayer and meditation with God can change the brain in small and great ways. They can also help us to learn “Compassionate Communication.” This learned skill, influenced by God’s changes to the brain, can assist us to “far more meaningful and constructive” conversations with family, friends, strangers and even those with discord is experienced. How to communicate compassionately is the focus for this Sunday’s session.

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 ministry.

HAPPENINGS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Kickoff Sunday

Sunday, August 11

Blessing of the Backpacks

Sunday, August 11

Sunday School Training

Sundays, August 18 & 25

NEW ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION OFFERING

~ "Gifted" ~

Sundays in August ~ 9:15 AM ~ Parish Hall

JOIN US FOR KICKOFF SUNDAY!

~ Sunday, August 11 ~

Sunday School classes for both youth and adults resume!

PARENT KICK-OFF MEETING

9:15 AM ~ Library

Parents are coming together on Sunday, August 11, to learn about the new children's Sunday School classes being offered this year! There are new curriculum, new classes, and a lot of new and exciting things coming to Children & Family Ministry. We are excited to share it all with you and can't wait for you to join our team to make it all happen. Join us in the Library at 9:15 AM as Father Michael and Victoria share about the upcoming year.

PRIMETIMERS FALL MEETING

9:15 AM ~ Parlor

Come learn about our ministry for all in the prime of their lives (retired), our fall plans, and ways to build community at Christ Church. We hope to see you in the Parlor at 9:15 AM this Sunday! Please contact Rev. Katie with any questions.

YACC (YOUNG ADULTS OF CHRIST CHURCH)

~ After 10:30 AM service ~

Join YACC for Kickoff Sunday brunch! Meet other YACC members and gather for a time of fellowship. We will meet in the Parish Hall after the 10:30 AM service before heading off to Brunch. Please contact Rev. Katie with any questions.

EYC PARENT MEETING

After 10:30 AM service ~ Parlor

If you and/or your child are interested in joining the EYC family, please join us Sunday, August 11 for a short intro meeting. The Middle and High School Parent/Volunteer meeting will be held in the Parlor following the 10:30 service. See you there!

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.

MOM'S BIBLE STUDY

Fridays (beginning August 16)

8:30 AM ~ Library

As the school year starts back, join fellow moms in a time of Bible Study on Galatians. Park in the Christ Church parking lot and come through the black gate to the upstairs library. Please contact Rev. Katie with any questions.

SUNDAY SCHOOL TRAINING

Sundays, August 18 & 25 ~ 9:15 AM ~ Library

On Sunday, August 18 and Sunday, August 25 in the Library, everyone is invited to learn about the upcoming children's Sunday School classes and how to help. The amount of children roaming our halls and filling the pews is growing. We have new classes to cater to our growing community and need your help to make it happen! Training is offered to those that are interested in leading any of our Preschool/Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd grade, and 3rd-5th grade classes and for those that "just want to help." We will have all the curriculum for the year, supplies, and examples ready for you! Questions? Contact Victoria.

CHRIST CHURCH CHORISTERS REGISTRATION OPENS SOON!!

Registration for the Christ Church Chorister program will be opening soon! Rehearsals are slated to begin Wednesday, August 21. Choristers will rehearse from 3:30-4:30 PM in the Choir Room. As a new program element, Christ Church will offer music instruction to interested choristers between EDS regular release and chorister rehearsal. From 2:35-3:25 PM, interested Choristers will receive instruction in basic music theory (pitch, rhythm, sight singing), musicianship, and history of sacred music and liturgy. This instruction is optional, and prospective choristers are not required to take part. Those choristers opting not to attend the Christ Church Music Class will be collected from EDS aftercare prior to the start of rehearsal (around 3:25 PM).

Christ Church Choristers is affiliated with the Royal School of Church Music, and instruction will utilize the RSCM Voice for Life® curriculum, allowing motivated choristers to achieve recognition for their musical achievements and to participate in various summer music courses around the United States. There is no cost to participate in Christ Church Choristers, and all necessary supplies are provided. Of course, donations to the Christ Church Chorister program are always very much appreciated and put to good use. The Choristers join the Parish Choir at the 10:30 AM Eucharist on the first and third Sundays of each month (beginning September 15), as well as the Christmas Eve 6:00 PM service and Easter Day 9:00 and 11:00 services. In the future, the Choristers will also join the Parish Choir for Choral Evensong and Lessons & Carols services. If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact Dr. Jason Hobratschk, Director of Music Ministry.

YACC (YOUNG ADULTS OF CHRIST CHURCH)

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

Join us for a Bible Study on Galatians through the months of August and September. We gather in the back room at Odd Colony. 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.

CIRCLE OF CARE MEETING

Wednesday, August 14 ~ 11:00 AM ~ Library

PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY

Thursday, August 15 ~ 9:30 AM ~ Centering Prayer Room

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

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

Coming Soon! New Adult Christian Education Offering:

A Time to Laugh: Humor in the Bible by Mark E. Biddle

The Biblical stories sometimes are humorous! If you would like more information or to order a book contact David Starling or Dick Hooper.

SUNDAY CHILDREN'S MINISTRIES

8:00 AM – Worship with Nursery available. The Nursery is available for children ages infant through 3 years old. Special books, age-appropriate activities, and a snack are offered.

9:15 AM – Sunday School is available for children and youth. 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 sequence hymn 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: Madeleine Orbik, Kathi Wright, Mary Stitt, The Rev. Jandy Watkins, Marian Hughes, Don Meyer, Dee Whisenhunt Family & Friends: Jack, Bill Smith, Allen, Joan & Walt Wojciehowski, Ronnie Sims, Judy Utley, Hal Major, 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, 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—Bobby Lott.

IV. In Thanksgiving. For those in our parish celebrating birthdays and anniversaries—Joan & Ellis Bullock (48 yrs.), Kirsten & Treece Efird (35 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.