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February 28, 2018
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Please bring in your non-perishable food donations for the St. Athanasius Feed My Sheep Food Pantry this weekend to St. Ignatius and to the Christ Church Parish House.

Make sure to sign up for the next insightful Lenten Retreat taking place on Saturday, March 10th! Get all the details here.

Rector's Ramblings


Two weeks ago I preached a sermon on Jesus' expulsion into the wilderness after his baptism. As I've said before, we preachers tend to preach to ourselves along the way. What you also may not know is that sometimes the sermon sticks with us after we preach it, the way it can stick with parishioners who hear it. Sometimes people have stopped me weeks after a sermon to tell me that they are still "chewing on it". Well, we sometimes do the same thing. For me, the one that is sticking with me is the sermon on the wilderness. And it comes from an unexpected place, in one sense.
 
As sometimes happens with preaching, we preachers edit on the fly. We revise and adjust, adding or taking away, depending on how the Spirit moves. During the third iteration of that sermon, so the one at 9:15, I heard words escape my mouth that weren't in my original text: "We can stay out of the woods, but we can't stay out of the wilderness." It fit perfectly with what I had been saying, yet it wasn't a concise thought until it popped out. I have continued to think on it ever since, recognizing the work of the Spirit in it.     

Worship


Choral Evensong
On Sunday, March 4, a Choral Evensong will take place at 5:00 pm, at Christ Church. Evensong is Evening Prayer set to music. It is a time to listen, pray, meditate and sing. Please join us for this quiet, reflective liturgy as we enter the season of Lent. The Christ Church Choir will offer special music.

Christ Church Lenten and Easter Brochure
There are a myriad of classes, studies, worship opportunities and activities available at Christ Church during the Lenten Season. You will find details about these offerings, as well as the worship schedule for Holy Week and Easter in the  comprehensive Lenten and Easter guide  here. This Lenten and Easter brochure is also available on the Christ Church website homepage, here.
 
Taking Prayer a Bit Higher
By John La Boone
 
"Therefore I urge you, brethren, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service of worship."                                             - Romans 12:1
 
We are now in the Season of Lent, a time when many Christians take on some special study, abstinence or devotional practice to become penitent and to exercise greater spiritual self-discipline that will help them live according to God's laws. There is a wide spectrum of Lenten practice. Some folks give up things they would otherwise enjoy fairly regularly. Giving up chocolate seems to be very popular. Other kinds of fasting are used to join in the spirit of Jesus spending 40 days in the desert during which he was tempted by Satan.
 
Some Christians prefer to take on something extra rather than to give something up. Group or individual study programs, regular reading of the Bible, saying the Daily Office, or extra time spent in prayer are ways that are often used as Lenten disciplines. The common denominator in all this is turning one's thoughts away from the routine comforts, pleasures and illusions of this world to concentrate instead on our relationship with God so we can more fully discover his will for us.

Easter Lilies
Remember a loved one at Easter when you order a lily to decorate the altar on Easter morning. Send the name(s) and a check for $30 per lily to Ethel Horton, 402 Palm Court, SSI, 31522. Make checks payable to "Christ Church Altar Guild." Please make your order by March 28.


 
Daughters of the King
The Daughters of the King will begin meeting on the first Tuesday of each month at 5:45 pm, in the Parish House. The first meeting will be on March 6, 2018. Please contact Mtr. Ashton at ashton@ccfssi.org for more information.


Formation 


Adult Sunday Morning Class
Dr. Bob Brown's  adult Sunday morning class continues  its discussion of study of the New Testament using The Great Courses lecture series. Everyone is welcome! Classes take place in the Parish House each Sunday from 10:30 until 11:15 am. For more information, contact Bob at rwb385@gmail.com.

Final Chapters

Our clergy is leading Final Chapters, a five week course centered on end of life preparation. On March 1st, at 2:00 pm, Mtr. Becky will lead a discussion on aging. "Beginning in middle age, we must study how to get old because the later years require wisdom even more than do the decades that have preceded them." - Dr. Milton Crum, a 87 year old former professor at Virginia Theological Seminary. Please contact Mtr. Becky at becky@ccfssi.org, if you are interested in joining this group.

The Art of Lent


A weekly art talk and reflection featuring guest artists will take place throughout Lent. Father Tom will host. Come to the parish hall each Wednesday at 1:00 pm. A simple lunch will be served. The next session is March 7th, when sacred artwork from the collections of our parishioners will be the focus. If you are willing to share some sacred art for display or if you are an artist who has created works of your own, please contact Fr. Tom at tom@ccfssi.org or 912-638-2439.

Women's Study Group
On Tuesday, March 1st, at 11:30 am, the Women's Study Group will begin their study of 24/6 written by Matthew Sleeth. The book is centered on "Remember the Sabbath and keep it holy." In today's 24/7 lifestyle, remembering to rest can be difficult. During this season of Lent we will focus on centering our lives on Christ and taking our Sabbath intentionally. Contact Mtr. Ashton at ashton@ccfssi.org if you are interested in joining the group.

EC101
Starting on Wednesday, March 7th, at 5:30 pm, Episcopal Church 101 is a six-week study for anyone wishing to know more about the Episcopal Church, either in preparation for being confirmed, received or reaffirmed (wonder what the difference is among those?) or simply to answer those "why do we" questions. If you are interested in joining this group or would like to know more, please contact Mtr. Becky at becky@ccfssi.org or call the church office at 912-638-8683.

 
A Question of Identity RetreatWhoAmIRetreat


On Saturday, March 10, from 8:30 am to to 4:00 pm, author Randy Siegel will discuss how answering the question, "Who am I?" brings power, purpose and peace into our lives. Randy writes, "Our spiritual and psychological health rests in the question of identity. Regardless of whether we call it ego, personality, or persona, we need a strong one if we are going to navigate the world and enjoy a successful life. At the same time, if this is the only way we see ourselves, we will never be truly fulfilled. There's something deep within that longs to return to our essence, or divine self, and be in union, reunion, and communion with the Divine." 

Using poetry, prayer, music, dialog, and journaling, participants will explore where they are in their lives and examine a number of career, life, and spiritual tools to assist in the journey, including:
· Proven four-step process to package, present, and promote their best selves for success.
 
· Means for tuning into their "internal GPS" to help more intentionally navigate their lives.
 
· Three-tiered psychological spiritual system to help claim their Divine DNA and become the person they were born to be.

The cost of the workshop is $25 and includes materials and a light lunch. Please sign up for this event by contacting Mtr. Becky at becky@ccfssi.org by March 7th.

EYC Rooted and Relevant for Lent


The next  EYC Rooted and Relevant service will take place on  March 18th, at 6:00 pm, in the Parish Hall. This Lenten service will be contemplative and include an optional labyrinth walk. All are welcome to attend and worship. 

EYC and Pathfinders Activities



EYC Ski Retreat Weekend
Ten of our intrepid youth and chaperones journeyed to North Carolina two weeks ago had an exciting and enriching time on the slopes, enjoying fellowship and worshipping together. For some of the youth, this was their first time skiing! See pictures of all the fun here!

There is so much going on with our youth at Christ Church! P lease contact Brad Hamil at brad@ccfssi.org to get the latest schedule updates!

Parents Night Out - March 9th


From 6:00 to 9:00 pm, on Friday, March 9th, parents are invited to experience an evening out. Parents, enjoy a Lenten treat to focus on you, while you leave the little ones with us (infants to 12 years). Contact Kathleen Turner to sign up your children or to volunteer at kathleen@ccfssi.org.
 
Christ Church Annual Easter Egg Hunt


The Christ Church Annual Easter Egg Hunt will take place on the front lawn of Christ Church after the 9:15 am Easter Sunday services (April 1). We are asking all who are willing and able to please donate 50 or more FILLED plastic eggs. Please fill eggs with: jelly beans, stickers, temporary tattoos, bubble gum, jaw breakers, mints and tootsie rolls, etc. Donations of filled plastic eggs may be left in the Parish Hall office. If you have any questions, please contact Mtr. Ashton at ashton@ccfssi.org.

Summer Programs


Parents! Summer will be here  before  you know it, so mark you calendars for this year's summer programs at Christ Church. Vacation Bible School will take place from June 11-15 and Camp Kanuga returns for the week of June 18-22. More information will be available in weeks to come, but now is the time to save these dates!

ECW

 
The 2018 ECW Tour of Homes Is Only Two Weeks Away!
The 65th Annual Christ Church Tour of Homes is Saturday, March 17th. Tickets are in the following stores now: Antiques, Etc., Cloister Collection, H & H Lifestyles, Jekyll Realty, Maggie's Boutique, Ned Cash & Associates Jewelers, Roberta's, St. Simons Drug Store, The Tabby House, and Viola's Market. You may also buy tickets at www.christchurchtourofhomes.org or at the church office in the Parish House, Monday through Friday. (Please bring exact change, $40 per ticket, or you may pay by check.) 

Please consider baking/making some goodies  for  the Parish Hall stop of the Tour. You may drop off your baked items in the kitchen on Friday, March 16. If your contributions are made from recipes in the Christ Church cookbook, please include a card naming the recipe. Contact: Catherine Holt at 912-230-7845 or by email at catherinemargaretholt@yahoo.com

The annual Tour of Homes Homeowners' Celebration Party will be on Sunday, March 18th, at 6:00 pm at  Musgrove Retreat. Please contact Beth Smith at 912-506-7577 or by email at bsmithapril@gmail.com and let her know if you're planning to attend.

For more information or to get involved with the Tour of Homes, contact:  Beth Smith
bsmithapril@gmail.com  912-506-7577 or 
Charlotte Graham 
ripandcharlotte@att.net  912-506-3431


ECW Scholarship
A newly established scholarship fund created by the Christ Church Frederica Episcopal Church Women is being inaugurated this year. Annually, the Christ Church Frederica ECW Scholarship Fund for Women will provide $2,500 to a female high school graduate pursuing a degree through an academic or technical college or university. The student must be of the Episcopal faith and hale from Glynn or McIntosh County. 
 
"Many of our Christ Church women have, over the last fifteen years, donated to this wonderful effort to establish a scholarship program for our young ladies. The fruit of our gifts will now benefit many young women with their future educational goals. In establishing this scholarship we honor those who came before us and saw this as just a dream... but now it is a reality and we could not be more pleased," noted Jane Watson, President, Episcopal Church Women.
 
Applications may be accessed via the Communities of Coastal Georgia Foundation website here  and are due no later than April 21, 2018. Candidates will be screened and interviewed by a scholarship committee and the award will be made in May.


Outreach


Christ Church Comforters
The Christ Church Comforters will be meeting next on Friday, March 9th at 10:30 am. Even if you've never picked up a knitting needle or a crochet hook, you're invited to join the group for a lively session of knitting, crocheting and praying for those in need of comfort. For more information about the group, please contact Gay Barron at gaylor61@gmail.com.

St. Athanasius Food PantryFoodPantry


The St. Athanasius Feed My Sheep Food Pantry  needs non-perishable foods. Full size boxes of cereal and canned dinners with meat like Spaghettios are especially needed. Please put your donation in the shopping cart at the entrance of the Christ Church parish hall or in the front of the church at St. Ignatius. The food will be collected and brought to the food bank the first week of the month. Contact: Mtr. Becky Rowell at becky@ccfssi.org

Docents and Greeters Needed in Christ Church!


Have you ever visited a historic site or beautiful landmark and found it closed? It's supposed to be open but on the day you come it's closed! Sadly, visitors to Christ Church are traveling long distances to experience our beautiful history only to find our doors closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays, because we don't have volunteers to welcome them. We need friendly parishioners on a short-term basis Tuesdays or Wednesdays,  to greet visitors until we are able to recruit and train docents. Call Sharon in the church office, at 912-638-8683, if you would like to volunteer short-term or need more information. If you are interested in joining our docent team, we are currently seeking volunteers to serve once a month in afternoon shifts from 2:00 to 5:00 pm. There is a training session before docents embark on an enjoyable and rewarding opportunity to share the remarkable story of our church. For more information please contact Fred Collins at fredwcollins@yahoo.com.

Faithworks Birdies and Bass Charity Tournament
The Birdies and Bass Charity Golf Tournament,
benefiting FaithWorks, will take place on Friday, March 2nd, at the King and Prince Golf Club. Four-man teams will compete in a fishing rodeo, followed by 18 holes of golf. The $400 entry fee for each team includes golf, lunch and prizes. Fishing starts at 10:00 am followed by a shotgun start for the golf at 12:00 pm. Contact Fr. Tom at tom@ccfssi.org if you're interested in joining a Christ Church team.

Fellowship

 
Mom's Time Out
It's that time of month again... Mom's Time Out! We will meet on Friday, March 2nd at Bonefish Grill, at 6:00 pm. Please contact Ashton at ashton@ccfsi.org to RSVP, so she can make a reservation.  

Cross Collection on Display at Epworth
The Arthur J. Moore Methodist Museum at Epworth-by-the-Sea Conference and Retreat Center, is happy to announce a special exhibition in the Atrium of the Museum which will be on display from Ash Wednesday  to Easter Sunday , the whole season of Lent.  

The exhibition is the cross collection of one of our own, the Rev. Dr. Robert W. (Bob) Brown. The crosses represent a collection gathered over a 40-year ministerial career and come from all over the world. They are made of a huge variety of materials and reflect many different interpretations of one of our most sacred symbols.  Though more than 90% of the crosses have been gifts, no cross has ever been repeated and never has the entire collection been on display at one time.  Dr. Brown is particularly pleased to offer this exhibition for the enjoyment of the members of Christ Church, Frederica.  May the cross, as a symbol, remind us of sacrifice and commitment and, especially, of the power of love. 

Up with People!
Up with People is coming to Glynn County, March 26 to April 2, 2018. Up with People was founded on the principle of using music as a means to communicate with and inspire people. In each city we visit, Up with People cast members perform a vibrant and inspiring musical stage show that brings the community together to enjoy a night of entertainment while sparking people to take action in meeting the needs of their communities, countries and the world. It's fun for the whole family and an experience you'll never forget!

The Advance Team is looking for host families for the cast members. Host families provide a place to sleep, limited transportation and some meals. While the cast is in town they will be getting involved volunteering in the local community. You can learn more about the 100 member cast from 20 different countries  here. If you have any questions, please contact Ashton at  ashton@ccfssi.org about her experience while traveling with Up with People.  

Coffee HourCoffeeHour
Coffee Hour hosts are needed to help provide refreshments between our 9:15 am and 11:15 am worship services on Sundays, in the Parish Hall. Please contact Christine Plank at christinehplank@yahoo.com to sign up to help.
 
Christ Church Families on Facebook
Families! Please join the Christ Church Families Facebook group to keep up with all the latest events and activities. Find us on Facebook here !

 
Stay Informed

 
Giving Made Easy


You may use the CCF website to make pledges, donations and payments for some activities. Just select "Giving" at the top of the CCF homepage. This brings you to the PushPay.com giving link. If it's your first time at this site, you'll have to create an account. The process is fast and easy and allows you to pay by credit or debit card or by electronic bank transfer. You may change or add new payment methods at any time. Contact: Stan Kyker, CCF financial administrator at 912-638-8683.


Save the Date


An Interfaith Journey to the Holy Lands: Relationship, Understanding, and Community Harmony


Join Rabbi Rachel Bregman, Rev. Alan Dyer, and Rev. Tom Purdy as they lead an interfaith journey to the Holy Land with Medji Tours in June 2019. This once in a lifetime trip aims to build relationships across cultural and religious lines in our community by exploring together the shared roots of our traditions in Israel and Jordan. Additionally, this interfaith journey hopes to begin a longer-term process of continuing to form relationships, deepen understanding, and build community across other faith organizations in Glynn County, Georgia upon our return. This trip is open to any and all who would like to participate in this holy work. For more information, click here.


Pastoral Concerns


Prayer List

Please help us keep the prayer list current by notifying Mtr. Becky of any changes in the status or condition of your loved one.
  
Nancy Acree
Carl Alexander
George Almasi
Kurt Anderson
Malicia Atkinson
Kris Barkley    
Harry Branch
Doug Brantley
Gene Broadwell
Bob Brown
Terry Burns
Barbara Canaday
Paddy Carley
Andy Cheshire
Mary Lou De Bisschop
Mary Lou Detwiler
Robbie Dickinson
Anna Doxey
Andy Doyle
Betsy Fitzgerald
Stephen Freedman
Ewell Gay
Travis Gay
Max Germaine
Mary Jean Giobino
Rosalind Griffin
Kevin Hancock
Burgess Hartsell
Kevin Heeny
William David Herndon
Mike Herrin
Cheryl Hieatt
Jane Higginbotham
Brenda Hollis
Greg Hollis
Alexander Hutcheson
Eileen Hutcheson
Ellen Hunter
Lois Irvin
Erin Jones
Glenn Jones
Carlin Kenny
Christi Lambert
Billie Lewellyn
Keith Lewellyn
Bill Littleton
Sam Livesay
Martha Lovett
Jerry Lowe
Teddy Lynch
Larry MacDonald
Dot Marler
Cathy McCarthy
Mamie Meadows
Marilyn Miller
Marge Mitchell
Mary Elizabeth Paris
Margaret Payne
Vivian Peterson
Kari Powell
Chris Prater
Joetta Principato
Rajika Reed
Jack Riner
Mark Robinson
Julie Sargent
Phyllis Sartin
Willou Smith
David Somerville
Richard Stamper
James St. Clair
Samantha Lee Stevens
Joel Stewart
Grayson Strickland
Edith Tayloe
Sarah Taylor
Timothy Tindall
Beth Varn
John Waite
Janice Walker
Carah Wheeler
Summer Wheeler
Martin Worthy
Mell Wray
Bo Yates
Betty Young
Hollis Youngner
Keith Zimmerman 
Esther Zylstra
Catherine
Cheryl
Emma
Larry
Laura     
Margie
Marilyn
Mary       
Sharon  
Sharon
Susan

Departed:

Mike Gumaer
Marilyn Canady

 
To amend our prayer list, or to update the church on the condition of your loved one, please email Mtr. Becky Rowell ( becky@ccfssi.org or call the church office at 912.638.8683.
 

This  Week


Serving This WeekendServersNeeded

Saturday, March 3, 2018 5:30 PM (St. Ignatius Chapel)
Paul Salter - Chalice Bearer
Sunday, March 4, 2018 8:00 AM (CCF)
Carl Baumgardner - Chalice Bearer
Carl Baumgardner - Lector 
Lee Dyson - Usher
Dorriann Branch - Altar Guild

9:15 AM (Christ Church, Frederica)
Slade Turner - Acolyte C
McKenzie Brown - Acolyte TB
Kerrigan Hamil - Acolyte - TB
Maidee Brown - Acolyte - PW
Te Turner - Chalice Bearer
Slade Turner - Chancel Master
Carol Hoffine - Lector - First Lesson 
Slade Turner - Lector - Second Lesson
Charlotte Graham - Greeter
Rip Graham - Greeter
Godfrey Draviam - Usher
Ed Turner - Kidurgy
Nancy Stoddard - Altar Guild

9:15 AM (Parish Hall, Frederica)
Paul Salter - Acolyte C
Hugh Brown - Chalice Bearer 
John LaBoone - Lector - First Lesson
Gene Rackley - Lector - Second Lesson
Oscar Covington - Usher
Lynne Turner - Kidurgy Shepherd
Amy Jenkins - Altar Guild

11:15 AM (Christ Church, Frederica)
Isabel Parker - Acolyte C
Bonnie Harris - Chalice Bearer
Bonnie Harris - Lector - First Lesson
Barbara Abbate - Lector - Second Lesson
Dana Parker - Greeter
Patrick Parker - Greeter
John Killgallon - Usher
Linda Wood - Altar Guild
Dale Pierson - Altar Guild

Weds., March 7, 2018 12:00 PM Healing Service (CCF)
Nancy Butler - Altar Guild
Dale Pierson - Altar Guild

This Week at Christ Church
Evening Prayer is held Wednesdays through Sundays at Christ Church, Frederica at 5:00 pm.
 
*Unless noted otherwise, all events take place at Christ Church  

Thursday, March 1, 2018
11:30 am - Women's Study Group
2:00 pm - Final Chapters Workshop
6:00 pm - Community Seder at St. Francis Xavier

Friday, March 2, 2018
12:00 pm - Icon Writing Group

Saturday, March 3, 2018
10:00 am - Icon Writing Group
5:30 pm - Worship at St. Ignatius

Sunday, March 4, 2018
8:00 am - Worship at Christ Church, Frederica 
9:15 am - Worship at Christ Church, Frederica
9:15 am - Parish Hall Worship at CCF
9:15 am - Kidurgy at Christ Church, Frederica 
10:20 am - Sunday School for All Ages
11:15 am - Worship at Christ Church, Frederica
5:00 pm - Choral Evensong
6:00 pm - EYC (Middle School)
7:00 pm - EYC (High School)

Monday, March 5, 2018
11:00 am - Yoga

Tuesday, March 6, 2018
2:00 pm - Christ Church Hand Bell Practice
4:30 pm - Choristers
5:00 pm - Trebles

Wednesday, March 7, 2018
10:30 am - Men's Study Group
12:00 pm - Healing Service (CCF)
1:00 pm - Art of Lent Reflection and Lunch  
5:00 pm - Adult Choir Practice
5:30 pm - EC 101
6:30 pm - X Church

Thursday, March 8, 2018
11:30 am - Women's Study Group
2:00 pm - Final Chapters Workshop

Friday, March 9, 2018
12:00 pm - Icon Writing Group
6:00 pm - Parents' Night Out

Saturday, March 10, 2018
8:30 am - 4:00 pm - A Question of Identity Retreat
5:30 pm - Worship at St. Ignatius

Sunday, March 11, 2018
8:00 am - Worship at Christ Church, Frederica 
9:15 am - Worship at Christ Church, Frederica
9:15 am - Parish Hall Worship at CCF
9:15 am - Kidurgy at Christ Church, Frederica 
10:20 am - Sunday School for All Ages
11:15 am - Worship at Christ Church, Frederica
6:00 pm - EYC (Middle School)
7:00 pm - EYC (High School)

Save the Date

 
March 4, 2018
Evening Choral Evensong

March 7, 2018
EC 101 Begins

March 9, 2018
Parents' Night Out

March 10, 2018
Question of Identity Retreat

March 18, 2018
EYC Rooted and Relevant Lenten Eucharist

March 25-31, 2018
Holy Week

April 1, 2018
Easter Sunday

May 6, 2018 
Bishop's Visitation