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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)
Adult Christian Education Offering
Sing to the LORD – A Class on the Psalms led by Fr. Michael & Rev. Katie
Sundays ~ 9:30 AM ~ Parish Hall
Join Rev. Katie and Fr. Michael as we explore the book of Psalms. We will examine their role in Scripture, how we pray and sing them, and engage in conversation about individual Psalms. This class will be in the Parish Hall between services at 9:30 AM for four weeks.
Adult Christian Education Offering
Jesus for Everyone: Not Just Christians by Amy-Jill Levine
Sundays ~ 9:30-10:15 AM ~ Rm. 31 of Education Bldg.
In the twelfth chapter of Matthew Jesus is teaching a large crowd and his siblings and mother come to talk with him. The very crowded room prevents his family from getting near him and someone in the crowd tells him of their presence. He says to the crowd, “Who are my mother, brothers, and sisters? Those who do the will of God are my mother, sisters, and brothers.” Ms. Levine in the chapter “Family Values” shares her insights and questions of Jesus’ understanding of new chosen family made up of his followers.
We extend the love of God (Outreach/Parishioner Support)
Montclair Elementary October Drive: Just the Basics
Sunday, October 12 – Sunday, October 26
Please see list of urgent needs below. Look for the Montclair Donation Box in the Foyer from Sunday, October 12 to Sunday, October 26. Thank you for your kind generosity in helping our Montclair partnership students!
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Montclair October Basics Drive
October 12-26
The Gathering
Wednesday, October 15
Prime Timers Tailgate Party
Friday, October 24
Trunk or Treat
Tuesday, October 28
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CONSECRATION SUNDAY
If you were unable to attend Consecration Sunday,
it is not too late to make a pledge to Christ Church.
You may mail your pledge card to the church,
place in the offering plate on Sunday,
or submit your pledge card online: please click here.
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JOB OPPORTUNITY AT CHRIST CHURCH
Christ Church is a vibrant, flourishing church. As a community, we seek to show everyone God loves them unconditionally. In this time of growth, we seek a Director of Membership and Stewardship to facilitate developing new members, orchestrating the annual stewardship program, and working with the rector to grow the Endowment through planned giving. For a complete job description, click here.
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MONTCLAIR ELEMENTARY OCTOBER DRIVE:
Just the BASICS
Sunday, October 12 – Sunday, October 26
Imagine needing the most basic items on a meager budget. Imagine needing underwear. Imagine being hungry as you head into your school day. Imagine needing a blanket at night, or a pillow. Imagine needing these simplest items we take for granted. There are children at Montclair who lack these basics. For a family in desperate circumstances, underwear might have to wait – maybe next month. The Montclair Navigator can provide help tactfully and discreetly by gathering donations and keeping them on hand for emergencies. She hands out snacks to hungry students. She assists families who have suffered fires or eviction. She has asked for our urgent help to provide the following:
Underwear: Female – All sizes from Girl’s size 4 to Ladies panties size 10 (wide range of sizes)
Male – Boys sizes 4 - 16 (or XS to XL), Men's sizes M - XL for the big boys
Last Minute Breakfast: NutriGrain Bars; Kelloggs Pop Tarts Variety Packs (strawberry, cherry, blueberry, brown sugar)
Emergency Bedding: Clean blankets, bed pillows
Please help with these small, basic needs. Look for the Montclair Donation Box in the Foyer from Sunday, October 12 to Sunday, October 26. Thank you for your kind generosity in helping our Montclair partnership students!
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THE GATHERING
Wednesday, October 15
5:00 PM ~ Church; 5:30 PM ~ Parish Hall
Every third Wednesday of the month, we will gather for Eucharist, Dinner, and a short presentation from one of our outreach partners. Eucharist is at 5 PM in the Church; dinner is at 5:30 PM in the Parish Hall followed by the program at 6:00 PM. Come for worship, food, fellowship, and to learn about our greater community! Our guest speaker for October will be The Rev. Ashlee Mosley Brown, Executive Director of Bright Bridge Ministries. Suggested donation: $10.
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PRIME TIMERS COLLEGE TAILGATE PARTY
Friday, October 24 ~ 11:00 AM-2:00 PM ~ Parish Hall
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Save the date!!!
TRUNK OR TREAT
Tuesday, October 28 ~ 5:30-7:30 PM ~ Church Parking Lot
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HELP NEEDED!
We are preparing for our annual Trunk or Treat event on Tuesday, October 28, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM in the church parking lot. If you would like to volunteer to host a “trunk”, donate candy, or help with food, games or decorations, please contact Sarah.
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CHORAL EVENSONG AT CHRIST CHURCH
Sunday, November 2 ~ 5:00 PM
On Sunday, November 2 at 5:00 PM, the Christ Church choir will sing Choral Evensong, one of the oldest and most beautiful liturgies in the Anglican tradition, in observance of the Feast of All Souls. Music will include the Magnificat and Nunc dimittis in B minor by T. Tertius Noble, Anglican chant, and John Tavener’s “Song for Athene,” widely known by its use at the funeral of HRH Diana, Princess of Wales. Choral Evensong will be followed by a festive reception. Please come take part in this quintessentially Episcopal experience, and invite a friend!
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NEW ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION OFFERING
Sing to the LORD – A Class on the Psalms
led by Fr. Michael & Rev. Katie
Sundays ~ 9:30 AM ~ Parish Hall
Join Rev. Katie and Fr. Michael as we explore the book of Psalms. We will examine their role in Scripture, how we pray and sing them, and engage in conversation about individual Psalms. This class will be in the Parish Hall between services at 9:30 AM for four weeks.
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CALLING ALL PARISHIONERS —
EYC NEEDS YOU!
The youth of Christ Church are growing in numbers, and we need your help! Here are the different ways you can help support our youth:
Sponsor a Meal: Dinner is a special opportunity to break bread together and enjoy each other's company. To provide a dinner for Middle or High School EYC, please use this link and select either Middle or High School Meals: https://linktr.ee/cceyc
Host an Event: We would like to host monthly social events at a parishioner's house. If you would like to offer your home and hospitality for a few hours, please contact Meghan.
Attend EYC: We currently have 3 volunteers to help with approximately 30 youth, and we need help! Whether it's once a month or once a week, your time would be greatly appreciated. Middle School meets on Monday nights at the church from 6-7:30, and High School meets on Wednesday nights from 6-8. If you are available either day of the week, please contact Meghan.
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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 gather in the back room at Odd Colony. This month, we will have a Bible Study on the Scripture passages that will be read on Sunday. Please contact Rev. Katie with any questions.
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PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
Thursday, October 16 ~ 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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WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY
Thursdays ~ 10:00 AM ~ New Library
We meet every Thursday morning at 10:00 AM in the New Library. We are currently studying the Gospel of John. Come and join us and bring your Bible!
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MOM'S BIBLE STUDY
Fridays ~ 8:30 AM ~ Polonza Bistro
Come weekly for fellowship, conversation, and Bible Study, as your schedule allows! For the remainder of this month, we will be meeting at Polonza Bistro. Please contact Rev. Katie with any questions.
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BROTHERHOOD OF ST. ANDREW
Saturday, October 18 ~ 8:00 AM ~ Parish Hall
Christmas in October at the Brotherhood:
Church Mice by Cheryl Josephson
– Great novelty gifts for sale
All invited; this is a coed event - spouse/significant others welcome!
Parishioners invited to purchase at 9:00 AM; cash or check only, please.
All invited! Please make reservations for breakfast here.
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HOLY BAPTISM AT CHRIST CHURCH
Upcoming Dates for the Sacrament of New Birth
Sunday, November 2, 2025 — All Saints' Sunday
Sunday, January 11, 2026 — The Baptism of Our Lord
Please contact Kelly at the Parish Office to make preparations.
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NEW ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION OFFERING
Jesus for Everyone: Not Just Christians by Amy-Jill Levine
Sundays ~ 9:30-10:15 AM ~ Rm. 31 of Education Bldg.
In the twelfth chapter of Matthew Jesus is teaching a large crowd and his siblings and mother come to talk with him. The very crowded room prevents his family from getting near him and someone in the crowd tells him of their presence. He says to the crowd, “Who are my mother, brothers, and sisters? Those who do the will of God are my mother, sisters, and brothers.” Ms. Levine in the chapter “Family Values” shares her insights and questions of Jesus’ understanding of new chosen family made up of his followers.
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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. Would you like to be added? Email Sarah to be added to the list!
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MIDDLE SCHOOL EYC
Mondays ~ 6-7:30 PM ~ Undercroft
HIGH SCHOOL EYC
Wednesdays ~ 6-8 PM ~ Undercroft
For the current EYC newsletter, click here.
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THE PENSACOLA BAY CONCERT BAND presents
"Music of the 60s, 70s and 80s"
Monday, November 3 ~ 7:30 PM
WSRE Jean & Paul Amos Performance Studio,
PSC Campus
Christ Church's "Ensemble In Residence", The Pensacola Bay Concert Band, presents their next concert, “Music of the 60s, 70s and 80s”, on Monday, Nov. 3 at 7:30 PM in the WSRE Jean and Paul Amos Performance Studio on the campus of Pensacola State College. Everyone is invited to wear their favorite clothing from those years as we revisit some familiar classics from The Beatles, Billy Joel, Journey, popular television shows and movies, and more. Our concerts are free, but audience members are asked to bring non-perishable food items to be donated to Manna Food Pantry.
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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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CARE IN COMMUNITY
Christ Church is here for you. It is easy to feel alone or disconnected, so reach out to one of the priests or someone at the church to say hello. There are many ministries to love and support the people who are the church. Contact Rev. Katie or call her at the Parish Office (850-432-5115) if you or anyone you know has any needs.
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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: Diane Hahner, John Chason, Sarah Bellew, Elaine Parker, Kathi Wright, Judy Pries, Brian Thomas, Susan, Patrick Price, Kay Mitchell, Gail LeRoy, The Rev. Jandy Watkins, Marian Hughes, Dee Whisenhunt Family & Friends: Katherine Barnes, Mary Ahlstrand, Devan, Meghan Lee, Laura Welter, Kent Woodfin, Susan Bullock, Kathy & Cary Coker, Steve Larson, Regina Noonan, Keith, Susan Pyle, 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, 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—Jennifer Adkins, Dondy Buckley, Pat Hart, Lizzy Mandaleris, Eric Stevenson—and anniversaries—Sarah & Hugh Kent, June & Tom Linke (44 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.
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TRANSITIONS
We welcome
Kate & Clay Carpenter, Pat Clark, and Suellen Troup
who visited with us on 21 September 2025;
Margaret Ann Vinson who visited with us on 28 September 2025;
Susan Haselton-Barr and Maggie Howland who visited with us on 5 October 2025;
and Jack, Grier, Jackman & Mae Noyes who visited with us on 12 October 2025.
We wish Godspeed to
Belinda Horn Justin
who has transferred to St. Monica's, Cantonment, FL;
and to Monika Cosson
who has transferred to Grace Church of West Feliciana, St. Francisville, LA.
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