Christ Episcopal Church
K E N S I N G T O N
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*** Winter Weather Service Changes for Sunday, January 25***
In view of anticipated winter weather and the declared state of emergency in Maryland, we will not be holding in person services this Sunday.
There will be a single service at 10:00, live on Zoom.
We hope you will all join us from the safety and warmth of your homes.
All other activities in the church building have been cancelled.
Be very careful, stay home if at all possible, and check on family and friends who live alone or may need assistance.
Blessings to all.
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January 25, 2026
The Third Sunday after the Epiphany
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10:00 a.m. Morning Prayer
Live on Zoom only - no in person services
(Password = 20895)
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Snow Shovel Brigade - Can You Help?
We have a contract for the clearing of our parking lot, but would love your assistance with shoveling our walks for the safety of our neighbors, fellow parishioners, and church staff.
Do you live close to the church, or have good all-weather transportation? Have a strong back and a snow shovel? If so, and you are willing to come to the church on Monday to help with clearing our walkways, please contact Bob Quinn at (301) 785-2600, rpquinn40541@gmail.com to coordinate. Have a snow blower you can lend to the effort? Even better! Many shovels make light work! SSL hours available for students.
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SAVE THE DATE: February 8th.
The Inaugural Second Sunday
CARROT COLLECTION at CHRIST CHURCH!
On Sun. Feb 8th, bring two-pound bags of carrots to church. We'll transport them to San Mateo for their monthly distribution to 250+ families in Hyattsville and beyond.
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Monthly Grocery Packing
Join us to help bag groceries (including the carrots!) for distribution at San Mateo Episcopal Church in Hyattsville, MD. The next visit will be Wednesday, February 11. Interested? Please let Margaret Fitzpatrick know if you are coming by the Tuesday morning before. (magbroefitz@aol.com)
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Formula, Diapers, Vols and $: Ongoing Support for our neighbors!
Donations of baby formula and diapers are as needed as ever. Place in bins in the hallway off the back of the sanctuary. They will be delivered at least monthly to Food Justice DMV. Food Justice also needs monetary donations, 100% of which go to purchase food and supplies for neighbors in crisis. You can do so on their website, or simply make a donation through Realm, choose the Food Justice fund. Have some time? Volunteer to make deliveries. Interested? Please contact Thea Kayne.
Bethesda Cares Sandwich Brigade Needs Volunteers:
One Friday, Once a Year!
The Sandwich Brigade is looking for a few families to join in - all it takes is one Friday, once a year! Here's how it works: You make 60 sandwiches and deliver them to Bethesda Cares on your assigned Friday morning. Bethesda Cares distributes them through their street outreach and to those who come to the office. This is a great family activity (all ages). Full instructions provided. It’s not only fun, but is an important resource for our neighbors. Interested? Please contact Liz Quinn at webethemom@aol.com.
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Love in Action: Faith & Spiritual Growth
Christ Church: Connect! will continue on February 1.
The second session, scheduled for this Sunday 1/25, will move to February 1, and we will reschedule the third session for a date in the near future. Questions? Contact Emily at emily@ccpk.org and/or Andrea at grow@ccpk.org.
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Prime Timers February Meeting
Mary Squirewell, a Long Term Care Ombudsman for the Montgomery County Department of Aging will speak on finding an assisted living facility for yourself or family members. Join us on Tuesday, February 10 at noon in the Parish Hall. We will pick up the usual sandwich, chips and cookies at Subway for lunch ($10) if you wish. Let us know by Monday, February 9, what kind of sandwich you want. Call Anne Chase at 202-277-5266 or Bob Healy at 202-277-4306.
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The Intersection of Faith & Science:
Three-Part Series continues Feb. 8
Come explore the intersection of faith & science this Epiphany season, led by parishioners Chris Ours, MD, Joan Centrella, PhD, and Ann Hagan, PhD.
The next two forums will be held on February 8, and March 1 -- following the 10am service in the Parish Hall. Over the course of this series, we will ask: How do we in the Christian community think about what it means to be human, created in God’s image and existing in relationship with God and one another, in the context of scientific and technological advancements?
The second session, on February 8 will focus on Genetics; and the third, on March 1, on AI. Each session will include time for Q&A. We hope you will join us for what will surely be very interesting presentations and discussions!
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Mardi Gras/Shrove Tuesday Celebration!
February 17, 5:30 pm - 7:30pm
Pancakes! Fun! Fellowship!
Serving hotcakes with gluten-free options and other delicious items.
We will also have plenty of fun games for the children.
It takes a village to make this event happen - we provide the food, but need more volunteers to help with set-up, cooking/serving, and clean-up. Please use the link below to sign up.
Come for dinner, wear your beads, bring a neighbor, bring the whole family. It's a night you won't want to miss!
(A free-will offering will happily be accepted if you want to donate to help offset some of the costs of this meal, however all are welcome - please join us!)
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Love in Action: Racial & Social Justice
To join the Mercy Team distribution list, contact Cynthia Mitchell at justice@ccpk.org or Thea Kayne at theakayne@gmail.com.
This is the best way to find out about emerging needs and a variety of ways to get involved.
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From the Christ Church Mercy Team:
Care Pod Support for ICE-Affected Families
The Mercy Team has formed a “Care Pod” - a circle of care and support - for a family of four with urgent needs following the deportation of a loved one. Please click HERE to find out more about what the Care Pod is, and does.
Watch this email in the future for a sign-up genius with specific items to contribute to help us support the family.
There are hundreds of families in crisis in our area.
If you would like to have a major impact on the well-being of a family in crisis, please consider volunteering to be part of a second Care Pod. Email Thea Kayne for more information.
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Bring Back Your Palms for Burning!
Did you know that the ashes for Ash Wednesday are created by burning the dried palms from prior years' Palm Sunday services?
Please help us by bringing back any palms you have at home and placing them in the basket at the rear of the church.
Ash Wednesday is Wednesday, February 18!
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VBS Announcement
Growing in God's Garden this Summer
TENTATIVE DATES
Monday, June 29 - --Friday, July 3
Seeking Adult Volunteers for the Core Morning Sessions: 9 am - 12 Noon
We would like to offer "Growing in God's Garden" for children ages 4 - 10 this summer during the week of Monday, June 29 through Friday, July 3, with the five-day core session from 9 am to Noon and the option to bring lunch and stay to play from Noon to 2 pm Monday through Thursday. In order to proceed with planning the VBS program, we need adult volunteers who can participate in the core session (9 am - Noon) on one or more days.
Our goal is four adult volunteers each morning to supervise youth volunteers and co-lead small groups of children in preplanned activities that include arts & crafts, drama, music, gardening, and baking. Adult volunteers with children at VBS will be offered a reduction in fees for each day. The cost for the week will remain at our traditional modest level.
Please email Ann Enkiri (sundayschool@ccpk.org) to volunteer or to request additional information.
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Thursday Prayers for Peace at 12:15pm
Pray for peace in 2026. Now more than ever, we are called to work and pray for peace around the world and in our own country. Please join us on Zoom (password 20895) every Thursday at 12:15 p.m. as we pray for a peaceful end to the war in Gaza, Ukraine, Sudan, Congo, and the violence in Iran and Haiti; an end to violence in this country, and an end to violent conflict everywhere. (Approx. 15 mins)
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Upcoming Worship Services & Events at Christ Church
Monday, January 26, 2026 Office Closed
8:30 p.m. Compline - a beautiful short service to end the day
Live on Zoom (password = 20895)
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
7:30 p.m. Holy Handcrafters, church library
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
6:30 p.m. Evening Prayer
Thursday, January 29, 2026
12:15 p.m. Prayers for Peace
Live on Zoom (password = 20895)
7:00 p.m. Lectio Divina
Live on Zoom (password = 20895)
8:30 p.m. Compline
Live on Zoom (password = 20895)
Looking ahead...
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Feb 1 - Christ Church - Connect! (session 2)
- Feb 8 - Second Sunday Carrot Collection at Christ Church
- Feb 8 - Intersection of Faith & Science (session 2 in 3-part series)
- Feb 17 - Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
- Feb 18 - Ash Wednesday
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Ways To Give
Even if you come to church in-person, giving remotely is convenient and easy! Here are several different options for you make contributions to Christ Church.
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Missed a past Sunday Morning Service? Want to enjoy music from past services?
Watch or listen 0n YouTube!
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