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SUNDAY MORNING
10 AM HOLY EUCHARIST This is an in-person service of Word, song and sacrament. It is also live-streamed each week on the CEC Facebook page. (A PDF of the service bulletin may be found below.) nineteenth_sunday__-_internet_.docxtwentieth_sunday_-_internet.pdf |
WELCOME REV. MICHAEL SWEENEY
The Rev. Michael Sweeney has begun his new ministry at Christ Church and we are thrilled! To read more about Michael and his family, click here. CHILDREN & YOUTH MINISTRIES
This week will be our first “pick your own” ministry with the middle schoolers. Some will be acolytes, some will usher, and one will learn what it means to be a part of the altar guild. Meanwhile, downstairs the younger students will talk about St. Francis, the blessing of the animals, and how we should care for all of God’s creatures. We will listen to some songs, make some goodies for cats and dogs, and if technology cooperates, we will be watching the animal procession live from St. John the Divine in New York City. If you have a dog or cat and would like one of our pet toys, please fill out this form. Remember next week there is no Sunday school but the nursery will be available for little ones. Let me know if you have any questions. -Page |
Friday Bible Study: Bible study meets on Fridays from 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. in the Guild Room. This gathering is drop-in friendly, with no commitment required, and no homework. Currently, we are reading passages from the Gospel of Mark appointed for Sunday services this fall. Snacks are provided, and you are welcome to bring your lunch.
Newcomers' Brunch - Oct. 6th (note the date change): If you are new to Christ Church in the last few months (or even years), Michael and Briget invite you to brunch at the rectory on Sunday, October 6 at 11:30am. If you'd like to attend, please email Michael at ([email protected]) or call the office by Sept. 30th.
Blessings of the Animals Service - Oct. 5th: Bring your pets for this special and joyous celebration service, held on the Green on Saturday, Oct. 5th at 11 a.m.
"Fall Bach": Bach Organ Recital - November 3rd at 4 p.m.
Prayers of the People: As part of our worship on Sunday morning, we pray for the needs and concerns of this community. If there is someone you would like us to include in our prayers, please let us know by calling the office or sending an email to [email protected].
Choir Rehearsal: The choir invites all who may be interested to an Open Rehearsal, Thursday, Sept. 26 at 7. Come and sing—or not!—and join us for dessert afterwards. Email Mark at [email protected] with any questions.
Family-Friendly Worship Services at Jacobs Beach
The community is invited to attend family-friendly beach worship services at the Jacobs Beach Pavilion in Guilford. These services will focus on engaging children and celebrating the outdoor environment. Father Michael Sweeney will lead 30-minute services of Holy Eucharist with hymns accompanied by the guitar. Services are casual; participants are welcome to come early or stay late to enjoy the beach and socialize.
Service is scheduled for October 6th at 4 p.m. This will be our last beach service for this year. This service is in addition to our regular 10 a. m. services held each Sunday in the sanctuary.
For more information, please contact Christ Episcopal Church at (203) 453-2279 or [email protected].
Newcomers' Brunch - Oct. 6th (note the date change): If you are new to Christ Church in the last few months (or even years), Michael and Briget invite you to brunch at the rectory on Sunday, October 6 at 11:30am. If you'd like to attend, please email Michael at ([email protected]) or call the office by Sept. 30th.
Blessings of the Animals Service - Oct. 5th: Bring your pets for this special and joyous celebration service, held on the Green on Saturday, Oct. 5th at 11 a.m.
"Fall Bach": Bach Organ Recital - November 3rd at 4 p.m.
Prayers of the People: As part of our worship on Sunday morning, we pray for the needs and concerns of this community. If there is someone you would like us to include in our prayers, please let us know by calling the office or sending an email to [email protected].
Choir Rehearsal: The choir invites all who may be interested to an Open Rehearsal, Thursday, Sept. 26 at 7. Come and sing—or not!—and join us for dessert afterwards. Email Mark at [email protected] with any questions.
Family-Friendly Worship Services at Jacobs Beach
The community is invited to attend family-friendly beach worship services at the Jacobs Beach Pavilion in Guilford. These services will focus on engaging children and celebrating the outdoor environment. Father Michael Sweeney will lead 30-minute services of Holy Eucharist with hymns accompanied by the guitar. Services are casual; participants are welcome to come early or stay late to enjoy the beach and socialize.
Service is scheduled for October 6th at 4 p.m. This will be our last beach service for this year. This service is in addition to our regular 10 a. m. services held each Sunday in the sanctuary.
For more information, please contact Christ Episcopal Church at (203) 453-2279 or [email protected].
Do you need Pastoral Care?
Pastoral Care is God’s love in action throughout our parish community. This ministry of caring is a central expression of how we support, listen, and provide companionship to one another during challenging times such as hospitalizations, the death of a loved one, loneliness, and any other spiritual dilemma. Any parishioner may call at any time, day or night. Call Christ Church’s office, (203) 453-2279. Outside of office hours, or if you cannot get through to the parish administrator, follow the instructions on the voicemail. For a non-urgent pastoral matter, you may email The Rev. Michael Sweeney at [email protected].
Pastoral Care is God’s love in action throughout our parish community. This ministry of caring is a central expression of how we support, listen, and provide companionship to one another during challenging times such as hospitalizations, the death of a loved one, loneliness, and any other spiritual dilemma. Any parishioner may call at any time, day or night. Call Christ Church’s office, (203) 453-2279. Outside of office hours, or if you cannot get through to the parish administrator, follow the instructions on the voicemail. For a non-urgent pastoral matter, you may email The Rev. Michael Sweeney at [email protected].
EVENING SERVICE AND PASTA DINNER
We would like to highlight one of our new offerings: the 5 p.m. service followed by a pasta supper on October 20th (and subsequent 3rd Sundays of the month). The 45-minute service of Holy Eucharist will include music, mostly folk tune hymns like Be Thou My Vision, accompanied by piano and other acoustic instruments. In place of a sermon, there will be a brief reflection, usually offered by a member of the congregation, sharing a personal experience of the divine. And there will be candles. Lots and lots of candles. The prayers of the people will include an invitation to light votive candles as symbols of our prayers.
We would like to highlight one of our new offerings: the 5 p.m. service followed by a pasta supper on October 20th (and subsequent 3rd Sundays of the month). The 45-minute service of Holy Eucharist will include music, mostly folk tune hymns like Be Thou My Vision, accompanied by piano and other acoustic instruments. In place of a sermon, there will be a brief reflection, usually offered by a member of the congregation, sharing a personal experience of the divine. And there will be candles. Lots and lots of candles. The prayers of the people will include an invitation to light votive candles as symbols of our prayers.
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