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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
Rainforest Falls: Exploring the Nature of God
Sundays ~ 9:15 AM ~ New Library
Join Fr. Michael and Rev. Katie for a class that explores the Scripture passages our children will be studying as part of Vacation Bible School Rainforest Falls: Exploring the Nature of God.
Adult Christian Education Offering
Do Not Live Afraid: Faith in a Fearful World
Sundays ~ 9:30-10:15 AM ~ Room 31, 2nd floor of Education Building
Christian Discipleship is a soul, mind, body vocation as well as relational with God and others. Rev. Indermark asserts, “Trust is the bedrock upon which all other growth relies.” Learning the attributes of trust and practices which can deepen one’s ability to trust in God is the intent of this week’s lesson.
We extend the love of God (Outreach/Parishioner Support)
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Pentecost/Baptismal Sunday
Sunday, May 24
Parish Office Closed
Monday, May 25
Vacation Bible School
June 22-25
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NEW ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION OFFERING
BEGINNING SUNDAY, MAY 24
Rainforest Falls: Exploring the Nature of God
Sundays ~ 9:15 AM ~ New Library
Join Fr. Michael and Rev. Katie for a class that explores the Scripture passages our children will be studying as part of Vacation Bible School Rainforest Falls: Exploring the Nature of God.
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The Parish Office will be closed Monday, May 25
in observance of Memorial Day.
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
June 22-25 ~ 8:30-11:30 AM
**Registration deadline is June 7!**
Join us for VBS 2026: Rainforest Falls, where children learn the about the nature of God. We will sing, learn, craft, and snack all while exploring God’s beautiful creation based on the Book of Psalms. Register here now!
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Attention 6th–12th graders!!
JOIN AN ACOLYTE TEAM!
Acolytes are “ones who help” and are important individuals that make worship possible on Sunday mornings. From serving as a torch bearer that shines the light of Christ to being a server who helps prepare the Lord’s Table, there are many ways to be part of the team. Any 6th-12th grade youth can become an acolyte, serving roughly one Sunday a month. Click here to learn more or join an acolyte team.
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ROBINSON SCHOLARSHIP
The Robinson Scholarship is a perpetual scholarship fund established at Christ Church in loving memory of Judge Grover C. Robinson, Jr., and his granddaughter, Miss Lowrey E. Robinson. This fund was established to financially assist those students who have been active in the EYC and/or the Acolyte Corps in obtaining post-secondary education. The application is available here and should be returned to Kelly in the Parish Office by Monday, June 20.
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THANK YOU FROM J.U.S.T.
Thank you to all Christ Church members who were involved this year with Just Pensacola! Many of you served on the mental health committee, helping to narrow down the final issue to present to community leaders. Seventy-two of our parishioners attended the April 28 Nehemiah Action Assembly, showing support for the public awareness campaign the United Way will conduct to promote their mental health helplines and provide funding for the help line Coordinator position. The JUST committee will continue moving forward working on the two-year pilot program and hope others will remain involved. Again thank you; your efforts are needed as well as appreciated! — Ken, Carol, Gail, William and Joan, May 2026
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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. Please contact Rev. Katie with any questions and follow us on Instagram: @yaccpensacola.
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PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
Thursday, May 21 ~ 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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CHAIR YOGA CLASS
Thursdays ~ 2:30 ~ Old Library
Class is held on Thursdays at 2:30 PM in the Old Library 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
Our gatherings will be taking a break for the summer. Fill out this survey here if you are interested in a book study, beginning with Kate Bowler's new book, Joyful, Anyway. Please contact Rev. Katie with any questions.
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EPIC BOOK CLUB
Wednesday, June 3 ~ 3:00 PM ~ Parlor
The Epic Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 3:00 PM in the Parlor. The June book discussion will be Dance of the Happy Shades by Alice Munro. Upcoming reads: July – Becoming Madame Secretary by Stephanie Dray; August – The Correspondent by Virginia Evans. 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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NEW ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION OFFERING
Do Not Live Afraid: Faith in a Fearful World
Sundays ~ 9:30-10:15 AM ~ Room 31, Education Building
Christian Discipleship is a soul, mind, body vocation as well as relational with God and others. Rev. Indermark asserts, “Trust is the bedrock upon which all other growth relies.” Learning the attributes of trust and practices which can deepen one’s ability to trust in God is the intent of this week’s lesson. If you would like more information, contact Dick Hooper or David Starling.
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CHILDREN'S MINISTRIES
SUMMER SUNDAY SCHEDULE
8:00 AM – 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 Sarah to be added to the list!
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PENTECOST MORNING OF SILENCE:
When We Breathe Together
Saturday, May 23 ~ 10:00–11:30 AM
St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church Chapel
“When the day of Pentecost had come,
they were all together in one place.” Acts 2:1
Contemplative Outreach of Pensacola invites you to a Pentecost Morning of Silence as we share two periods of Centering Prayer, Lectio Divina, and a Contemplative Walk. Each holy breath we take is a gift from God. When we start breathing together, we begin a process of change; we live in the goodness of what Jesus teaches; we live together in the Kingdom. All are welcome. Plan to arrive early, entering the Chapel in silence and being seated by 9:50. Registration and details at centeringprayerpensacola.com.
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THE PENSACOLA BAY CONCERT BAND presents
Fourth Musician's Choice Concert
Saturday, May 30 ~ 7:30 PM
Jean & Paul Amos Performance Studio,
Pensacola State College
The Pensacola Bay Concert Band, Christ Church's "Enesmble In Residence", presents their Fourth Musician’s Choice Concert on Saturday, May 30 at 7:30 PM in the Jean and Paul Amos Performance Studio on the campus of Pensacola State College. Admission to the concert is free, but audience members are asked to bring food donations for Manna Food Pantries. The concert features music chosen by our band members, and includes popular music from movies and television, as well as traditional concert band selections. The Pensacola Bay Concert Band is a registered 501c3 non-profit organization.
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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: Gail LeRoy, Joann Bjorensen, Will & Sally Fox, Susan Norton, JoAnn Shrine, Sarah Ballew, Brian Thomas, Kay Mitchell, Dee Whisenhunt Family & Friends: Berta, John Eringman, Marian, Joni Sterkel, Tina & Brian, 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, 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—Betsy Greer.
IV. In Thanksgiving. For those in our parish celebrating birthdays—Charlie Kinsella—and anniversaries—Helen & Martin Turner, Ann & John Phillips.
To submit a prayer request, email prayer-request@christ-church.net or fill out the prayer request form on our website (found on the Pastoral Care page under “Ministries”). 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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