Blessed Saturday to each. I hope to see you tomorrow for church and on Monday at the Parade! (It won't be this big, but it will be a celebration of community)



Learn more about the history of Labor Day here, and be sure to join Christ Church at the Town of Kensington Labor Day Parade - all the details are below!

September 1, 2024

Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost

8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist

A Traditional Spoken Service (Rite I), In Person Only

9:30 a.m. Family Gathering Time

Parents & children welcome to gather in the Parish Hall



Nursery care available for ages 0-3 throughout the morning

 

10:00 a.m. Children's Chapel

Children's Liturgy of the Word, Parents Welcome.

Children join parents upstairs after the Peace.



10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist

In Person and Live Streaming on YouTube

4:00 p.m. Bible Study

In person (church library) and Live on Zoom (password = Bible)

5:00 p.m. Holy Eucharist

In Person and Live on Zoom

(password = 20895)

The Annual Kensington Labor Day Parade and Festival is Monday!

Put on those comfy shoes... and join us as we walk in the Labor Day parade this Monday, September 2. Have a blast and help spread the word about Christ Church to our Kensington community!

• When: Monday, September 2. Meet up with the Christ Church group at 9:15 a.m.

• Where: We will be lining up on St. Paul's Street, between Plyers Mill Rd and Dupont Ave. Section #3

• Where, Part 2: Parking?! Street Closures? Parade Route? Click on the button below for an interactive Parade Map. You can filter it by what you are looking for - just select from the choices on the left side. 

• What:  Walk behind the Christ Church Banner. We'll also have a vehicle - so we can give out CC reusable grocery bags, treats and info about Christ Church.

• What, Part 2: What to bring - dogs on leashes, strollers with children, water bottle, sunscreen, anything else you need to be comfortable. What to wear - walking shoes, a Christ Church t-shirt if you have one (shirts available at the event, first-come, first-served) or red/white clothing (optional!)

• Who: YOU!!! Your friends, family, dog. Everyone is welcome.  Come join the fun. No RSVP needed - just show up for the strolling party.

Questions? Contact organizer Sean Quinn at spquinn05@gmail.com, or via cell at (301) 807-2760. 

Bring your stroller, wear your comfortable shoes, and practice your wave! See you there...

Just one week until...

Christ Episcopal Church Picnic and BBQ



Join us on September 8^th after the 10:00 am service for a picnic and authentic Texas BBQ brisket!

We will supply the BBQ and grilled hot dogs, and invite you to bring a favorite appetizer, side or dessert. (Veggie alternative will be available). Use the link below for the Sign Up Genius, or use the sign up sheet posted at the back of the sanctuary. Come catch up with old friends, make new ones, and enjoy some delicious food.

**Note: There will be a single service at 10:00 on September 8 - we hope everyone will join for worship followed by food and fellowship!



Questions? Want to help? Contact Aime Keith, aimekeith1966@gmail.com

Friends of Music presents

Dr. Theodore M. Guerrant's

Annual Organ Concert! 

 Friday September 6 @ 7:30 p.m.

"Traveling Companions: Organ Voluntaries by Friends and Colleagues."  

Come enjoy a beautiful hour of organ music, with a reception to follow. Free-will offering will benefit the music program at Christ Church. Please come and invite your neighbors!  

"There is no better way to learn than to teach."

New Teacher Training Cohort Forming Now

Gather, Learn, Share and Shape

Children's Faith Formation

September 21, October 19, and November 16

9:30 am - 12:30 pm

(Childcare Provided if Needed)

Our Children's Ministry invites interested adult parishioners to join a small cohort of learners to gather and learn about sharing their love of Jesus with our youngest siblings in Christ--children in PreK3 through Grade 6.

Classes begin at 9:30 a.m. in our lower level classrooms and end at 10:15, at which time children transition to Children's Chapel in the Parish Hall. Faith Formation volunteers are then able to join worship in the sancutary, and are always welcome at Children's Chapel as well.

Please CLICK HERE to read a message from our Rector, Emily, and all the details about this opportunity to help the next generation know Jesus and the Way of Love!

Social Justice Day in Annapolis

September 14, 2024 9:30 am - 2:00 pm

You are invited to attend Social Justice Day hosted by the Maryland Episcopal Public Policy Network (MEPPN) on Saturday, September 14, from 9:30 am to 2:00 pm at St. Anne’s Episcopal Church in Annapolis. At the event, you will have the opportunity to learn about social justice issues in Maryland, hear from our state representatives about potential solutions, and discover how you can advocate for policy change. A boxed lunch will be provided.



This event is a joint effort by the Maryland Episcopal Public Policy Network and the Lutheran Office for Public Policy, Maryland. Learn more and register to attend: https://episcopalmaryland.org/event/social-justice-day-09-14-2024/

Fall Forum Series on Civic Discipleship, September 22-October 26

Co-presented by Faith & Spiritual Growth and Racial & Social Justice

Over the course of six Sundays in the autumn, beginning September 22, we will discuss The False White Gospel by Jim Wallis. (One copy of the book is still available in the church library.) Wallis examines six iconic Biblical texts, which will anchor our conversations.

The series will focus on the concept of civic discipleship. What do we as followers of Jesus stand FOR? (and not just stand against). Our conversations will not be about the political left or right; they will focus on the depth of the Biblical texts we'll reflect on together, and the guidance contained within them for our shared civic life.  

Discussions will take place on Sundays (9/22-10/26) from 11:30-12:30. Childcare provided for those who need it. Please note that the series will be in person, with a Zoom link available for those wishing to join online. 

Want to learn more about Civic Discipleship in advance of the forum? Read more here. Want to learn more about author Jim Wallis and the book we will be using to guide our discussion? Watch a short video here.

We look forward to you joining us in this important discussion! Questions? Send an email to justice@ccpk.org or grow@ccpk.org.

The Vestry met in person in June, did not have a meeting in July, and held a Zoom meeting in August. Continuing our new tradition each meeting began with a personal reflection from a Vestry member. In June, Cynthia Mitchell shared a reflection on Freedom and Independence, and in August, Claudia Deane reflected on her Faith Journey.

During both the June and August meetings, we focused on our 2025 Stewardship campaign. The Vestry has chosen "Courageous Discipleship" as the theme for this year’s campaign and has set the goal of receiving 130 pledges totaling $447,000, reflecting a 3% increase over the 2024 results. Courageous Discipleship is our Diocese’s theme for 2024, and we agreed it was a fitting theme for this year’s campaign because the times we live in call for courage and we are committed to following Jesus. This theme is also a reminder that throughout the Bible God commands us to fear not, to be of good cheer, and to have courage in our lives; furthermore, a true disciple is not just a student or learner, but a follower who joins in caring for others and healing our world. In the context of our stewardship campaign, Courageous Discipleship is about being grateful and generously sharing all that we have.  

Other business covered in June & August:

• Property: Pete Marks reviewed options for addressing the heating

issues in the Parish Hall and adjoining spaces on the lower level. The property team is working to ensure all repairs and maintenance are completed before the cold weather returns.  

• Budget & Finance: Bonnie Douglas and Chris Ours reported that Pledge & 

Plate giving bounced back after a slow spring, and expenses are slightly higher than expected due to the Memorial Garden project. Overall, we expect to end the year on budget.

Click Here to see the June meeting agenda and approved May meeting minutes.

Click Here to see the August meeting agenda and approved June meeting minutes.  

We Need YOU to Host Coffee Hour this Fall!

Thanks to everyone who hosted Popsicles on the Lawn after the 10:00 services this summer. Starting September 22, we are returning to coffee and conversation in the Parish Hall, and we would love for YOU to help by serving as a host.

If you can help, please use the link below to sign up. Training and instructions will be provided as needed! 

Questions? Contact Rena Godfrey rgodfrey.15@gmail.com or Terri Clausen terriclausen@aol.com  

Healing Histories: A Reparations Dialogue. 

The Committee on Diocesan Reparations and Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde cordially invite all Black-identifying parishioners—from any parish in the diocese and especially those at our historically Black parishes—to a day of fellowship and discussion of reparations at St. Luke's Episcopal at 1514 15th St, NW, DC on Saturday, September 28, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. RSVP (required)by September 22.

The Committee will present on the work they have conducted so far, including research into what reparations might look like in our diocese and how reparations may affect you and your parish. We will also devote good time to hearing your thoughts in a safe, welcoming space. Breakfast and lunch will be served.

Thursday Noon Prayers for Peace 

Join us Thursdays on Zoom (password 20895) to pray for a peaceful end to the war in the Holy Land, Ukraine, Sudan, Congo; an end to gun violence in this country, and an end to violent conflict everywhere. The service is approximately 15 minutes in length.

Worship Services & Events at Christ Church Next Week:

Monday, September 2, 2024 - Labor Day, Office Closed

9:00 a.m. Town of Kensington Labor Day Parade

8:30 p.m. Compline - a beautiful short service to end the day

Live on Zoom (password = 20895)

Tuesday, September 3, 2024 - Office Closed

5:30 p.m. Lectio Divina

Live on Zoom (password = 20895)

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

6:30 p.m. Evening Prayer

Live on Zoom (password = 20895)

Thursday, September 5, 2024

Noon Prayers for Peace

Live on Zoom (password = 20895)

8:30 p.m. Compline

Live on Zoom (password = 20895)

Friday, September 6, 2024

7:30 p.m. Organ Concert, Traveling Companions: Organ Voluntaries by Friends and Colleagues (see details above)

Looking ahead...

September 8 - All Parish Picnic (single service at 10:00)

September 21 - Parents' Morning Out and Teacher Training Session #1 (registration required, see above)

September 22- Civic Discipleship Forum, session #1 (see information above)

October 6 - Blessing of the Animals

Missed a past Sunday Morning Service? Want to enjoy music from past services?

Watch or listen 0n YouTube!

Christ Episcopal Church Kensington

4001 Franklin Street

Kensington MD 20895

301-942-4673

administrator@ccpk.org

what does the Lord require of you?

but to do justice, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with God...

~Micah 6:8