The 23rd Sunday after Pentecost

November 16, 2025

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Those Who Serve

The Twenty-Third Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday, November 16, 2025

8 am

Celebrant: The Rev. Lawrence Civale

Server & Chalice: Ed Ferrell

Lector: Jack Ennis

Usher: Mark Hendricks & Brian Erasmus

10 am

Celebrant: The Rev. Lawrence Civale

Organist: Luke Staisiunas

Master of Ceremonies: Jim Bathurst

Thurifer & Boat: Payton Sims

Crucifer: Joey Lyden

1st Server: CeCe Lyden

2nd Server: Maya Sanchez

Torches: Petra Ares & Annabella Scales

Acolyte Master: Robertta Shomo

Chalice Bearers: Doreen Mills & Jim Bathurst

Lector I & Intercessor: Darcie Sanchez

Lector II: Marilynn McGeoch

Ushers: Mike Sanchez & Chris Cranston

Nursery: Jennifer Allbright

Vestry Lock Up: Charles Lewis

Note writer: Marilynn McGeoch

Food Bank: Mike & Darcie Sanchez

Vestry Counters: Team 4: Sherm Yeiter, Gwen Simpson & Jim Bathurst

Coffee Hour Host: Brotherhood of Saint Andrew

The Twenty-Fourth Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday, November 23, 2025

8 am

Celebrant: The Rev. Lawrence Civale

Server & Chalice: Bernie Lasoski

Lector: Jack Ennis

Usher: Mark Hendricks & Steve Shomo

10 am

Celebrant: The Rev. Lawrence Civale

Organist: Luke Staisiunas

Master of Ceremonies: Steve Lewis

Thurifer & Boat: Chris Cranston

Crucifer: Miguel Sanchez

1st Server: Daphne Rhodes

2nd Server: Thomas Piskun

Torches: Johnny Lyden & Rebecca Piskun

Acolyte Master: Robertta Shomo

Chalice Bearers: Sarah Cranston & Steve Lewis

Lector I & Intercessor: Cheryl Rheiner

Lector II: Scott Carr

Ushers: Charles Lewis & Dennis Sims

Nursery: Jennifer Allbright

Vestry Lock Up: Nathan Wishnick

Note writer: Cheryl Rheiner

Food Bank: Sue Velasquez

Vestry Counters: Team 1: Doreen Mills, Mark Novalsky & Nathan Wishnick

Coffee Hour Host: Sanchez Family

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November 2025

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Readings for The Twenty-Fourth Sunday after Pentecost

November 23, 2025

Proper 29

First Reading: Jeremiah 23:1-6

Second Reading: Colossians 1:11-20 3:6-13

Gospel: Luke 23:35-43

*Please note Christ Church uses the RSV Bible Translation

Liturgical Schedule this Week

Wednesday, November 19

Elizabeth, Princess of Hungary, 1231

10:00 am Mass with Prayers for Healing

Thursday November 20

Edmund, King of East Angilia, Martyr, 870

6:30 pm Mass

Friday, November 21

Feria

5:30 pm Evening Prayer

Upcoming Meetings & Events

November 19 ECW Meeting
November 20 Brotherhood of Saint Andrew Meeting
November 21-22 Diocese of NJ Convention
November 22 Parish Clean-up Day

Announcements

2025 is the 1700^th anniversary of the Nicene Creed. The Creed itself was the culmination of the Ecumenical Council held in Nicaea in 325 AD. It sought to heal division and unify the Church around a common profession of faith, in particular around our understanding of the Holy Trinity and to some extent the nature of Christ. It laid the groundwork for the work of future councils. Scott Carr will present a series on the Creed on November 2, 23, and 30. December 7 and 14 and January 4 at our Adult Forum.

Bible Study

Our weekly Bible Study is on Mondays at 8:00 PM via Zoom. Bible Study resumes this week on November 10 for a 6 week study 2 Timothy and Titus—letters that shape much of our Sunday worship this season.

Together, we’ll reflect on themes of church leadership and faithful teaching using the N. T. Wright for Everyone Bible Study Guide.

We’ve had wonderful discussions in the past and would love for you to join us!

Zoom Link

✨ Acolytes Wanted! ✨

Calling all students entering 3rd grade and up!

Do you (or someone you know) have:

🔹 A heart to serve

🔹 A curious spirit

🔹 A desire to grow in faith

If so, come be part of our Acolyte Ministry at Christ Church!

Who Can Join?

👉 Anyone entering 3rd grade or older

Why Be an Acolyte?

Serve God in a meaningful way
Build confidence & leadership skills
Make new friends & grow in community

Interested?

Contact Robertta Shomo to get retreat details and be added to the Fall acolyte schedule.

✨ Come be a light in worship — and learn to carry it! ✨

ECW - Episcopal Church Women

The ECW at Christ Church meets the third (3rd) Wednesday of every month at 7:00 pm; Next meeting will be on November 19th.

All women who attend Christ Church are considered members of the ECW. Since 1871, the National Episcopal Church Women, ECW, have championed women’s rights and the Christian foundation of God and family. They are a ministry of the Episcopal Church and celebrate that Episcopalians believe in a loving, liberating, and life-giving God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. ECW meetings will resume in October. Click to download & print the 2025-2026 Registration Form

Brotherhood of St. Andrew

The Brotherhood at Christ Church meets on the third (3rd) Thursday of every month at 7:00 pm. The next meeting will be on November 20th. Join The Brotherhood of St. Andrew for prayer, study, and service. The Brotherhood of St. Andrew is an international ministry of men within the Anglican Communion with the commission of spreading Christ’s kingdom among men and youth.

The Brotherhood of St. Andrew is sponsoring a winter coat drive for the month of November. This drive is being done to assist Jeanette's Closet, an arm of the Greater Woodbury Cooperative Ministry. Coats for men, women, and children of all sizes are needed for those who have been going without during the cold winter months. These coats should be in relatively good condition, clean, and do not need repair. New coats are always accepted and often are used for Christmas gifts. Coats can be brought into Church on Sundays, November 2 through November 26, and left with the ushers or in the Upper Assembly Hall. For more information, see Steve Shomo, Ed Ferrel,l or Jim Bathurst.

Chorister rehearsals

Children in 2nd grade and above are invited to join the Christ Church Choristers. We are affiliated with the Royal School of Church Music, which provides a framework for choral singers to develop their vocal skills, their musical understanding, and their knowledge of the repertoire. No previous choral/singing experience required! We have a short rehearsal following Sunday school most Sundays, and sing in the service with the adult choir 1-2 times per month. We have a lot of fun, and we hope to have more children join us! If your child/grandchild would like to become a chorister, please complete this Google Form: https://forms.gle/j8StoLfiWrdAHrro9

Are you interested in pursuing a position of service and leadership in our parish?

Please prayerfully consider this opportunity and contact any member of the nominating committee: Sarah Cranston, Frank Gwalthney, Susan Novalsky and Cheryl Rheiner

Pastoral Care Team

Our Vision Statement

The vision of the Pastoral Care Team is to engage the parish in a ministry to serve God by following the commandment of Jesus to ‘to love thy neighbor as ourselves’ and caring for those in need or transition by establishing a personal relationship with them in the name of the Lord.

Listed below are the ways in which we care for the people of Christ Church.

Parish Pathfinders

This is a group of people who have volunteered to provide transportation to parishioners who need and request a ride to church services and activities.

Martha’s Meals

This is a group of parishioners, some who prepare and others who deliver meals to families who are in immediate need due to illness, birth of a child, or death in the family.

Visitation and Caregiving

This ministry does not require nursing skills. It is a way that we connect with our hospitalized and homebound parishioners and also their families to check on their needs and offer support.

Pastoral Care Team

Deb Allbright, Jean Lucas, Doreen Mills, Barbara O’Mealia

If you or someone you know in the parish is in need, please contact the church office (856)845-0190.

Stewardship Announcement:

We have received pledges to date totalling $204,604.00. Thank you to those who submitted their pledge cards. There is still time for those who have not done so.

Calling all Coffee Hour Hosts...

We are in need of some volunteers to serve as Coffee Hour Hosts on many dates from now until the end of the year. Thank you to all who have signed up to provide some snacks to those who choose to attend our Adult Forum, which is held right after 10 AM Mass. Our turnout has been averaging 25-30 persons. It does not have to be elaborate - donut holes and cheese/crackers would suffice. Just a snack to carry us over to when Sunday School ends (noon), and we can all go home for lunch.

Please see Mary Beth or Jim Bathurst if you have any questions. There is a sign-up sheet in the Parish Hall.

Thank you

Mark your Calendars!

Convention Delegates

November 21-22, 2025

Diocese of New Jersey Convention

Parish Cleanup Day

November 22, 2025

Thanksgiving Mass Remembrances

It's not too late to honor a loved one at our Thanksgiving Mass on November 27, 2025.

Please reach out to the Parish Office and we would be more than happy to assist you.

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Episcopal Relief & Development’s Mission Statement

Episcopal Relief & Development is the compassionate response of The Episcopal Church to human suffering in the world. Hearing God’s call to seek and serve Christ in all persons and to respect the dignity of every human being, Episcopal Relief & Development serves to bring together the generosity of Episcopalians and others with the needs of the world.

Episcopal Relief & Development faithfully administers the funds that it receives from the church and raises from other sources. It provides relief in times of disaster and promotes sustainable development by identifying and addressing the root causes of suffering.

Episcopal Relief & Development cherishes its partnerships within the Anglican Communion, with ecumenical bodies and with others who share a common vision for justice and peace among all people.