The Sixth Sunday after Pentecost,
July 27, 2025
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The Sixth Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, July 20, 2025
8 am
Server & Chalice: Bernie Lasoski
Lector: Jeff Wenzel
Usher: Mark Hendricks & Mike Wiersky
10 am
Master of Ceremonies: Scott Carr
Crucifer: Scoot Carr
1st Server: Annabella Scales
2nd Server: Joseph Scales
Acolyte Master: Emily Piskun
Chalice Bearers: Ed Ferrell & Scott Carr
Lector I & Intercessor: Robin Atkins
Lector II: Michele Schiffer
Ushers: Steve Shomo & Nathan Wishnick
Nursery: Jennifer Allbright
Vestry Lock Up: Charles Lewis
Note writer: Gwen Simpson
Food Bank: Doug & Carol Hill
Vestry Counters: Team 3: Steve Lewis, Robertta Shomo & Charles Lewis
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The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, July 27, 2025
8 am
Server & Chalice: Steve Lewis
Lector: Jack Ennis
Usher: Mark Hendricks
10 am
Master of Ceremonies: Jim Bathurst
Crucifer: Chris Cranston
1st Server: Scott Cranston
2nd Server: Maya Sanchez
Acolyte Master: Robertta Shomo
Chalice Bearers: Sarah Cranston & Jim Bathurst
Lector I & Intercessor: Jean Lucas
Lector II: Doreen Mills
Ushers: Mark Novalsky & Steve Rash
Nursery: Jennifer Allbright
Vestry Lock Up: Sherm Yeiter
Note writer: Marilyn McGeoch
Food Bank: Jim & Mary Beth Bathurst
Vestry Counters: Team 4: Sherm Yeiter, Gwen Simpson & Jim Bathurst
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Readings for The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost, Proper 12
First Reading: Genesis 18:20-33
Second Reading: Colossians 2:6-15
Gospel: Luke 11:1-13
*Please note Christ Church uses the RSV Bible translation.
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Friday, July 18
Feria
5:30 pm Evening Prayer
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Sunday, July 20
The Sixth Sunday after Pentecost
8:00 am Mass
10:00 am Choral Mass
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Wednesday, July 23
John Cassian, Abbott
10:00 am Mass with Prayers for Healing
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Thursday, July 24
Thomas a Kempis, Priest
6:30 pm Evening Prayer
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Friday, July 25
James the Apostle
5:30 pm Evening Prayer
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Sunday, July 27
The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost
8:00 am Mass
10:00 am Choral Mass
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- Monday, July 28, 2025, 7:00 pm Endowment Committee
- Thursday, August 7, 2025, 7:00 pm Executive Committee
- Thursday, August 14, 7:00 pm Vestry
- Thursday, August 21, 2025, 7:00 pm 2nd Annual Brotherhood Wine Tasting
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Support Those Affected by the Texas Hill Country Flooding
Episcopal Relief & Development is working closely with partners to support people affected by the Texas flooding. The Flood Response Fund is an important tool for responding to immediate needs and supporting long-term recovery. Please contribute to Episcopal Relief & Development’s Flood Response Fund to support these efforts.
Please use the QR Code on the left to donate online or make checks payable to Episcopal Relief & Development. Mail to: PO Box 5121, Boone, IA 50950 – 0121
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Special Thanks for a Beautiful Gift
Christ Church extends thanks to Nancy Reiter and Mimi Jones for lovingly sewing and embroidering a beautiful new altar cloth. Your time, talent, and craftsmanship are deeply appreciated. It is a wonderful addition to our worship space.
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The Brotherhood of St. Andrew
2nd Annual Wine Tasting Event
Presented by the Brotherhood of St. Andrew, Christ Church, Woodbury
📅 Date: Thursday, August 21, 2025
🕡 Time: 7:00 PM
🏡 Location: Home of Mike & Darcie Sanchez
300 E. Elm Street, Wenonah, NJ 08090
💵 Cost: $20 per person
🍷 Bring: A bottle of your favorite wine
🍽️ Plus: A favorite appetizer to share
Join us for an elegant and relaxed summer evening filled with great wine, delicious bites, and warm fellowship under the stars!
Please RSVP online: https://christchurchwoodbury.org/asp-products/brotherhood-wine-tasting/
Scan the QR code to RSVP easily
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✨ Acolytes Wanted!
Calling everyone entering 4th grade and up!
Do you—or someone you know—have a heart to serve, a curious spirit, and a desire to grow in faith?
Whether it's your child, grandchild, relative, or friend, we invite them to join our Acolyte Ministry at Christ Church!
👨👩👧👦 Who Can Join?
Anyone entering 4th grade or older
🙏 Why Be an Acolyte?
- Serve God in a meaningful way
- Build confidence and leadership skills
- Make new friends and grow in community
📅 Acolyte Retreat Coming Soon!
We'll hold a fun and faith-filled Saturday retreat later this summer
for training and fellowship (just a couple of hours)!
📣 Interested?
Let Emily Piskun or Robertta Shomo know and we’ll add you to the list,
send retreat details, and include you in the Fall acolyte schedule.
⚔️ Come be a light in worship — and learn to carry it!
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We are pleased to announce the new Bass Choral Scholar: Michael Doheny
Michael has sung as a substitute at Christ Church several times over the years. He comes with a wealth of experience as a professional singer and choral conductor. Michael is recently retired as Teacher of Vocal Music and Music Theory, Drama Dept. Music Director, Lower Camden County/Winslow Township School Districts, grades 7-12, where he taught from 1994-2025. He has held several leadership positions in Southern New Jersey including: President, South Jersey Choral Directors Association, 2005-2009, President, Board of Trustees, Greater South Jersey Chorus, 2022-2024 and Chairperson, Choral Procedures Committee, New Jersey Music Educators Association, 2021-2022.
Michael earned a B. M. and M. M. from Rowan University. He also served as the soloist for First Church Of Christ, Scientist, Haddonfield for nearly fifteen years. Michael has received much recognition and awards including:
*Salem County Honors Chorus Conductor, 2000, 2023.
*South Jersey Senior High Chorus Conductor, 2004, 2012.
* Winslow Township School District Teacher Of the Year, 2012.
* NJMEA Master Music Teacher, 2011.
* Winslow Township High School - National Honor Society - Teacher Of the Year, 2011.
* South Jersey Junior/ Senior High Choruses – Conductor of Commissioned Finale of 50th Anniversary Concert
* Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers, 1999, 2002.
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Summer Giving Reminder
Summer is a time of rest and renewal—but also a challenge for churches as routines and attendance shift. Your continued financial support ensures Christ Church’s ministries remain strong all year long.
Whether you give weekly, monthly, or quarterly, your generosity makes a lasting difference. Consider setting up online giving for a simple and consistent way to give—even while traveling.
Thank you for your faithfulness and support. Your generosity reflects God’s love at work in our community.
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ECW - Episcopal Church Women
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.
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Brotherhood of St. Andrew
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 Mission of the Brotherhood of St. Andrew has been bringing men and youth to Jesus Christ since its founding in 1883. The Brotherhood in fulfilling its mission does so by following the three key disciplines of prayer, study, and service. Please plan on attending the 6:30 pm Mid-week Mass before the meeting.
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Greater Woodbury Cooperative Ministries
Greater Cooperative Ministries needs our help. Donations are especially needed at this time due to continued high numbers of clients. What an impact Christ Church could make if each family set a goal to bring 1 (one) item to church every week.
Some special request items are:
- Cold cereal
- Mac & Cheese
- Hearty Soups
- Grape jelly
- Pasta & Sauce
- Powdered milk
Please go to gwcm.org for more information and to see what else is needed.
If you have any questions, please contact Darcie Sanchez (856) 906-8800.
Information about monetary donations and events can be found at GWCM.org.
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Mark for Calendar!
All Members
Sunday, September 7
Blessing of the Backpacks
Sunday School Registration
Sunday, September 14
Homecoming
Sunday School classes begin
Vestry Members
Saturday, October 25
Vestry Retreat
Convention Delegates
Saturday, November 22
Diocese of New Jersey Convention
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Episcopal Relief & Development Partners with The Convocation of Episcopal Churches in Europe to Aid Ukrainian Refugees
Episcopal Relief & Development is partnering with the Convocation of Episcopal Churches in Europe to help local congregations throughout Europe provide assistance to Ukrainian refugees. Please continue to pray for all those impacted by the violence. Donations to Episcopal Relief & Development’s Ukraine Crisis Response fund will help meet critical needs created by this crisis.
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Episcopal Relief and Development Sudan
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Parish Office Business Hours
Monday: 9 am - 1 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 3 pm
Wednesday: 9 am - 12 pm (noon)
Thursday: by appointment
Friday: 9 am - 3 pm
Saturday: by appointment
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