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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 several ways to give to the mission of Christ Church:
you can mail in your pledge, 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
led by Fr. Michael and Fr. David
Sundays, October 11 & 18 ~ 9:30 AM ~ Parish Hall
Adult Christian Education Offering
The Practice of the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence
Sundays ~ 9:15-10:15 AM ~ Room 31, 2nd floor of Education Building
Lawrence writes to friends and clergy that the practice of the presence of God affects every part of life. He describes personal effects he has experienced in the letters for this week’s discussion. How might the presence of God affect a modern Christian?
We extend the love of God (Outreach/Parishioner Support)
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Parish Office Closed
Monday, October 12
Food for the Body/Food for the Soul
Tuesday, October 13
MACC Concert
Sunday, October 18
Consecration Sunday
Sunday, October 25
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THE TEN COMMANDMENTS: An Interfaith Exploration
Wednesdays, September 23 – October 14 ~ 5:30-7:00 PM
Rabbi Joel Fleekop and Father Michael will be leading a four week class on the Ten Commandments looking at it from both a Jewish and a Christian perspective. The class will be held on Wednesday evenings from 5:30-7:00 PM and will rotate between Christ Church and Temple Beth-El. The classes held at Christ Church will be in the church sanctuary.
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NEW ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION OFFERING
led by Fr. Michael and Fr. David
Sundays, October 11 & 18 ~ 9:30 AM ~ Parish Hall
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The Parish Office will be closed Monday, October 12
in observance of Columbus Day.
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FOOD FOR THE BODY, FOOD FOR THE SOUL
Tuesday, October 13 ~ 11:30 AM-12:30 PM ~ Parish Hall
Every second Tuesday of the month, we will gather in the Parish Hall to inwardly digest our lunch while we inwardly digest the Word. Each month will provide an overview of a book of the Bible that leads into resources for further study throughout the month. Come for food for both the body and soul! Suggested lunch donation: $10.
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Music at Christ Church presents
THE PENSACOLA CHAMBER WINDS
Sunday, October 18 ~ 3:00 PM
On Sunday, October 18 at 3:00 PM, the Music at Christ Church series is pleased to welcome the Pensacola Chamber Winds. This ensemble, conducted by Dr. Craig Hamilton, is a ten-piece double wind quintet comprising flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, and horn, including Christ Church and Pensacola Symphony member Tony Chiarito. The ensemble will present works by Gaetano Donizetti, Franz Schubert, and Robert Spittal. Freewill offering.
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Save the date!
CONSECRATION SUNDAY ~ October 25
This day has two important elements: the people coming forward to lay their pledges on the Altar as a sacrificial act of gratitude and faithfulness, and a celebratory meal after the service. After both the 8:00 and 10:30 services, we will break bread together with a casual but delicious meal in the Currin Center.
There are four ways to place your pledge on the Altar for the blessing on Consecration Sunday:
1. Attend the 8 AM or 10:30 AM service on Consecration Sunday (October 25th).
2. Mail the card using the stamped envelope included in the letter sent out.
3. Drop off your card by the church office between 9 AM and 3 PM, Monday through Friday.
4. Complete a confidential online pledge card. The pledge card can be found at the link below or on the website (www.christ-church.net).
To submit your pledge card online, please click here.
Please RSVP for Consecration Sunday to help us with a head count for food.
Please fill out a card even if you will not be able to attend.
To RSVP for Consecration Sunday, please click here.
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Save the date!
PRIME TIMERS: A Fall Day of Remembrance
Thursday, October 29 ~ 11:15 AM
11:15 – Eucharist to Remember & Celebrate the Special Souls in our Life
12:00 – Luncheon & Fellowship in the Parish Hall
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YACC (YOUNG ADULTS OF CHRIST CHURCH)
Tuesdays ~ 6:30-8:00 PM
Odd Colony
Come weekly for fellowship and conversation as your schedule allows! We are doing the Fall study, The Parable of the Sower. We gather in the back room at Odd Colony. Please contact the Parish Office with any questions and follow us on Instagram: @yaccpensacola.
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EfM COMMUNITY GATHERING
Tuesday, October 6 ~ 5:00-7:30 PM ~ Library
Have you ever wondered what Education for Ministry (EfM) is about? Now is your chance to experience the program in a two-week exploration of Sue Monk Kidd’s book God’s Joyful Surprise: Finding Yourself Loved. This invitation to a “community gathering” is a time for current EfM participants, EfM graduates, and potential EfM participants to come together and focus on the same material—a common lesson. Purchase your book and join us on Tuesday, October 6, in the Library from 5-7:30 PM. We will discuss Chapters 9-16 and the Epilogue. The seminar builds fellowship, understanding and a sense of how God is working in your life. For additional information or to let us know you will be joining us, click here. We hope to see you there!
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EPIC BOOK CLUB
Wednesday, October 7 ~ 3:00 PM ~ Parlor
The Epic Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 3:00 PM in the Parlor. The October book discussion will be The Things We Never Say by Elizabeth Strout. Upcoming reads: November – Necessary Trouble: Growing Up at Mid-Century by Drew Gilpin Faust; December – Land by Maggie O'Farrell. 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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CHAIR YOGA CLASS
Thursdays ~ 2:30 PM
2nd Floor of the Christian Education Building
Class is held on Thursdays at 2:30 PM on the second floor of the Christian Education building. The class includes stretching and flowing poses, mostly done on a chair — no yoga mat needed. Class lasts 50-60 minutes and is led by Lindsey Windrow, Registered Yoga Teacher. All are welcome. Cost: $5.00 per class.
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MOM'S BIBLE STUDY
Fridays ~ 8:30 AM ~ Library
**Please note we will not meet on Friday, October 9**
Come weekly for fellowship, conversation, and Bible Study, as your schedule allows! We are doing the Fall study, The Parable of the Sower. Please contact the Parish Office with any questions.
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DAUGHTERS OF THE KING
Saturday, October 10 ~ 9:30 AM ~ Parlor
We meet at 9:30 AM on the second Saturday of each month in the Parlor. Anyone interested in learning more about DOK can attend a meeting or contact Monica Barnard.
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CIRCLE OF CARE
Wednesday, October 14 ~ 11:00 AM ~ Library
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PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
Thursday, October 15 ~ 9:30 AM
Parlor
Newcomers always welcome; instructions provided for those who wish to learn! For more information about the Prayer Shawl Ministry, please click here.
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NEW ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION OFFERING
The Practice of the Presence of God
Sundays ~ 9:15-10:15 AM ~ Room 31, Education Building
Lawrence writes to friends and clergy that the practice of the presence of God affects every part of life. He describes personal effects he has experienced in the letters for this week’s discussion. How might the presence of God affect a modern Christian? If you have questions about this study, contact Dick Hooper or David Starling for information.
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SUNDAY CHILDREN'S MINISTRIES
8:00 AM – Worship with Nursery available. The Nursery is available for children ages infant through 4 years old. 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 4 years old.
10:30 AM – Worship with Nursery available. The Nursery is available for children ages infant through 4 years old. This service also includes Children's Chapel during the sermon, designed especially for children ages 5 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.
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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. Email Rachel to be added to the list!
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MIDDLE SCHOOL EYC
Mondays ~ 6-8 PM ~ The Upper Room
HIGH SCHOOL EYC
Wednesdays ~ 6-8 PM ~ The Upper Room
For the current EYC newsletter, click here.
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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
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CHRIST CHURCH NAMETAGS
To request yours, please sign up online here. Nametags may be picked up from the information table in the Foyer 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 Foyer.
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CHURCH PRAYER SHAWLS
A few prayer shawls have been placed on a stand just inside the front doors of the church that may be used during services. If you are a bit chilly or just want something to hold, pick up a prayer shawl to use. It is the hope of the Prayer Shawl Ministry that these items, prayerfully made, will offer comfort and a sense of well-being to the borrowers and they will feel God’s love and peace.
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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 Foyer. 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: Genie McCoy, Tom Linke, Sydney Doggrell, Nancy Matthews, Billy Lovelace, Joe Taylor, Lucy Rentz, Debbie Stewart, Teresa Rogers, Gail LeRoy, Joann Bjorensen, Susan Norton, JoAnn Shrine, Sarah Ballew, Kay Mitchell, Dee Whisenhunt Family & Friends: Lisa Gengler, Madison, Lavon Brown, Darrin, Susan Pyle, Sonja Crawford, Regina Noonan, 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, Harley Jennings, Benjamin Jensen, Joshua Justin, Michael Kukenberger, Hillary Leonard, David Mainer, Ben Mathis, Kathryn Martin, James Mayfield, Nathanael Mayfield, Sean McAbee, Mac McArthur, Tony Miller, Riley Nofziger, Austin Ordway, Gavin Harris Patterson, Gavin Peterson, Kyle Roberson, Matthew Hewett Sale, Peter Shelton, Evan Valdyke, Wesley Valdyke, Harrison Williams, 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—Davis Sherman—and anniversaries—Paula & Greg Fabbro, Mia & Warren Jerrems.
To submit a prayer request, fill out the prayer request form on our website (found on the Pastoral Care page under “Ministries” here). Please let us know if this is for the confidential prayer list only or for the published public prayer list as well. Please note that all names remain on the prayer list for 4 weeks. Please resubmit your request with an update if you or a loved one would like to stay on the list for another four weeks. This helps keep our prayers current. Names in bold print indicate new additions to the prayer list.
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