SUNDAY SERVICE INFORMATION |
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Our current worship schedule is as follows:
8:00 AM Rite I Holy Eucharist Service
10:30 AM Rite II Holy Eucharist Service. This service will also be live streamed.
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Come help our youngest parishioners grow in Christ! Children's Chapel meets Sundays during the 10:30 service in the Family Life Center. If you can help, please contact our Children's Chapel Coordinator, Meghan Mazy. Lesson plans and supplies will be provided. |
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Stewardship News - Almost There!
Greetings and Blessings from your Stewardship Ministry. So many of you have responded to our Fall Pledge Campaign and we are so grateful. In this blessed season of Thanksgiving, we give thanks to our parishioners. We are less than 10% away from our 2023 goal! It's never too late to be a part of this amazing accomplishment. We are regaining our vibrant, spirit-filled community, who enjoy celebrating God's love and seeking wholeness in heart, soul, strength and mind. What a wonderful time to be a part of our church community.
As of today, we have received $207, 640 in pledges out of the $230,000 financial goal for 2023. If you regularly attend CEC and have not yet pledged, please prayerfully consider supporting Christ Episcopal with your tithes and offerings by pledging. And please remember that this is a promise between you and God, not a contract. We will understand if your pledge needs to change if your circumstances change. And other great news is that we are only 12 families or individuals away from our 60 pledge goal. If you are one of the 48 families or individuals who have pledged for 2023, we are so thankful. Thank you also for those promising to pledge today. This is what we need to keep going as a church family for next year. We are praying for you, your family and we are praying for 100% participation. Every gift will make a difference.
Please pledge by clicking cectx.org/pledgecard or by filling out a pledge card and placing it in the offering plate this Sunday.
Your Stewardship Ministry
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OUTREACH SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
This Friday, November 18th, we will be helping at the Travis County Community Center in Jonestown. We will be assisting with the distribution of food for Thanksgiving meals. If you would like to help with passing out these groceries, please contact Carol Monroe ([email protected]) for details and more information.
The Leander Fire Department has invited CEC to participate in a service day on Saturday, November 19th. Two of our neighbors here in Leander require assistance in clearing out their homes. If you are interested in helping, please contact Carol Monroe ([email protected]) for details and more information.
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All are invited to participate in a Bake Swap/Sell THIS SUNDAY, November 20, following both services. Bring a baked item to church. Tables will be set up on the lawn to receive them. If you bring an item, feel free to swap it out and take one home. If you do not bring a baked item, please feel free to select a baked item and leave a donation in the basket for the church. We hope you will enjoy one another's baked goods with your family during Thanksgiving, or if it can't wait, on Sunday afternoon.
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The Prayer Shawl Ministry will meet this Sunday, November 20 in the church library from 4 to 6 PM. Anyone interested in learning to knit or crochet is invited. Contact Cindy Wells at [email protected] for more information.
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ADVENT WREATH MAKING - NOVEMBER 27
The beginning of Advent is Sunday, November 27th and we would like to gather as a community and make Advent wreaths. Please join us between 9:45 and 10:30am in the Parish Hall to assemble. We will have wreath bases, live greenery, and devotions available to make your own. Candles (3 purple or blue, and 1 pink) are not included. Donations to cover the cost of supplies are always welcome but not expected.
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NEW ADULT FORUM
Join Fr. Richard in the Library on Sundays at 9:00 a.m. in Advent for a new series, "Preparing to Become the Beloved Community." We'll use the Episcopal Church's curriculum for understanding racial reconciliation to better live into God's reconciling love for all.
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Wondering what goes on at an Advent Retreat?
Here is the Agenda for Saturday, December 3, 2022.
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8:30 - 9:00
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12:35– 1:00
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2: 00 – 2:30
2: 30 – 3:00
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Gathering, fellowship and a light breakfast
Welcome and Introductions
Centering Activity
Large Group Bible study
Break
Small Group Session using the Living Compass Advent Booklet
Debrief sessions
Lunch Provided by the Wellness Commission
Centering Activity
Prepare for Time of Silence
Time of Silence
Debrief the day and celebrate time together
Closing
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Join us and give yourself the gift of simplicity and calm during the noise and busyness of the season as you connect with friends and renew your relationship with God.
We will meet in the CEC Parish Hall. A $5 registration fee will help cover the cost of materials and lunch. Register HERE or go to www.cectx.org and click on Advent Retreat. There will also be a sign-up sheet at the front desk.
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LOVE NOTES CHORUS PERFORMANCE
Saturday, December 10th at
St. Matthew's Episcopal Church in Austin
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In September, our sexton, Josiah MacFoy, had a trailer stolen from our church property which contained personally-owned equipment, much of which he used in his work capacity around the church. We were saddened and shocked when this happened. (Sadly, thefts happen at churches.) We filed a claim with our insurance company which covered 48% of the cost of the stolen items. We are looking to raise $3950, to cover the balance of the claim and to help make Josiah whole from the theft and so that he can replace the equipment.
This Sunday, November 20, we will take up a special collection for this purpose. If you would like to make a donation, please indicate this on your offering on this day. If you will not be in church that day and would like to make a donation, you may do so before November 20.
Thank you for considering how we can take care of one another, especially when something like this happens at the church, and to the church staff.
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2022 CAMPAIGN
Once again, CEC is conducting a campaign to raise money to reduce medical debt in Central Texas. We are partnering again with RIP Medical Debt, so that your dollars can be magnified to do the most good. Every dollar donated can reduce as much as $100 in medical debt that has gone into collection. This will change the lives of our neighbors who are struggling under the weight of medical debt.
Here is the link to our 2022 campaign:
If you prefer, just write a check, made out to CEC and mark it for medical debt, and we will take care of getting it to the campaign.
Thank you for supporting this wonderful cause!
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Consider Using Amazon Smile Instead of Amazon.com
Many of us are already thinking of the holiday season and all the tasks we need to take care of over the next 5 to 6 weeks. Of course, one thing on many lists is to purchase Christmas presents. With our increasingly busy lives, many of us choose to buy some of these presents and other purchases online at Amazon.com.
Did you know that Amazon has another site called Amazon Smile (smile.amazon.com)? The difference between the sites is that Amazon will donate a small percentage (0.5%) to charities for eligible items purchased on the Amazon Smile website. To date, Amazon has donated over 422 million dollars to charities worldwide.
Christ Episcopal Church is a registered charity on Amazon Smile and does get some proceeds from Amazon Smile. You might think that 0.5% is unlikely to result in a significant donation to the church. Though the percentage isn’t large, it has the potential to brings in a little extra money for the church. Maybe it means we can buy pizza for a newcomer’s lunch or a new microphone when an existing one breaks down. The point is that it all adds up!
We are not asking you to purchase items from Amazon! However, IF you are planning to buy anything from this merchant, we ask that you consider using Amazon Smile and selecting Christ Episcopal Church as your charity.
FAQ
What is Amazon Smile?
AmazonSmile is a simple way to support your favorite charitable organization every time you shop, at no cost to you.
Does Amazon Smile have fewer or different items than Amazon.com?
When you shop with Amazon Smile, you’ll find the same prices and selection as Amazon.com, with the added benefit that Amazon Smile will donate 0.5% of your eligible purchases to the charitable organization of your choice.
Does it cost more to buy items from Amazon Smile than Amazon.com?
No, the items cost the same amount. Through Amazon Smile, Amazon is choosing to donate a percentage of their profits to charities.
How do I get to Amazon Smile?
Can I use my existing Amazon.com account on Amazon Smile?
Yes, you use the same account on Amazon.com and Amazon Smile. Your shopping cart, wish list, wedding or baby registry, and other account settings are also the same.
If I have set up Amazon Smile, will purchases made on Amazon.com go towards my selected charity?
No, the purchases need to be made on the Amazon Smile website for a portion to go toward the charity you selected.
How do I choose CEC for my Amazon Smile designated charity?
On the Amazon Smile website, you can set up your charity by using the “Get Started” button.
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In the “Or Pick Your Own Charity” search bar, type “Christ Episcopal Church Cedar Park” and click the SEARCH button. |
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You should see our church on the list. Click the SELECT button next to the church’s name. |
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If you have already designated a different charity on Amazon Smile and want to change it to CEC, this can be done using the Change Charity button. |
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Can I use Amazon Smile on my mobile devices, such as cell phone or tablet purchases?
Yes! But you must ensure that “generate donations” is turned on in the mobile Amazon app (see picture below). You will need to do this twice a year, but Amazon should notify you when the app is being reset.
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CALL FOR INTERCESSORS
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God.” Phil 4:6-7
We will be restarting the ministry of providing intercessory prayer at both the 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM Sunday services during communion. Right now, we are looking for parishioners who feel called to pray for others, are comfortable praying aloud, and are willing to commit to being available one to two Sundays per month. If you are interested in becoming an Intercessor, have been one before, or know someone who might be interested, please contact Fr. Pelkey or Cindy Gravis.
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You can give online at www.cectx.org OR you can mail your check to 3520 W. Whitestone Blvd., Cedar Park, TX 78613.
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And taking the five loaves and the two fish, he looked up to heaven, and blessed and broke them, and gave them to the disciples to set before the crowd. And all ate and were filled. What was left over was gathered up, twelve baskets of broken pieces.
Luke 9:16-17
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CEC Finances – Available in the Library
A copy of CEC’s latest financial statements can be found on the bulletin board in the library. Each month we will post the prior months financial report on the library’s bulletin board after the Vestry meeting.
The Vestry meets on the third Monday of each month. If you have questions about the Church’s finances, please ask any Vestry member or the Church Treasurer.
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If you would like to submit a prayer request please click the image above |
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Prayers of comfort, strength, and peace for the family of Rick Trahan as they mourn his passing. May Rick rest peacefully in the light of God's eternal presence. Prayers of comfort and peace for the family and friends of Darry Lee as they mourn his passing, especially his children, Ann and Paul; may Darry rest in peace in God's eternal presence; for William C., MR, Bert P., Allen S., Addison, Jake, Frances, Barbara S., Jeff B. Jr., Velma B, Cindy G., Dave G., MJ, Hilary, Scarlett, Blake, Mike F., Baer, Larry, Cindi, Angela, Nita M., Dan M., Don P, Mike M., Nicole, Omar, Michaela H., Tom F., Bob P., Macy, Aaron, Stennett.
*Prayers for the election results - Help us Lord to support and encourage with prayers and gracious intent the leaders who have been chosen through our vote, no matter the office. Give us eyes to see our neighbors as ourselves, equal in dignity and worthy of compassion, so that we might live in peace and civility as one nation under Thy loving watch, Oh Lord. Let us seek to create paths of kindness and walk in the ways of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and all his Apostle, for Your glory. Amen.
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Discipleship Group - This group meets the first and third Sunday of the month at 6:00 pm in the library. It includes study of the Sunday service gospel readings and is open to anyone wishing to participate. Please contact Bill Sterling at [email protected] for more information. |
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Thanksgiving week, the Tuesday Book Club will conclude The Jesus Priorities: 8 Essential Habits by Christopher Maricle. Beginning Tuesday 11/29 and continuing through the next three Tuesdays of Advent, we will study the Living Compass Advent Booklet, Living Well Through Advent 2022. Please join us on Tuesdays from 10:30-12:00 in the library for lively discussions, diverse insights and much laughter. All are welcome! Questions, please contact Mary Wybenga at [email protected] or at 303-850-7347.
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Please join us for Sunday Worship:
8:00 AM Rite I Holy Eucharist Service
9:00 AM Adult Forum Class (Library)
10:30 AM Rite II Holy Eucharist Service
Please visit our website (cectx.org) for more information.
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Our church nursery is open from 9:00 am to noon. The nursery is located in the stone building. The nursery serves children through the age of 4 and is open every Sunday morning. |
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Children's Chapel meets Sundays during the 10:30 service in the Family Life Center. Questions can be sent to [email protected].
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Check out the Calendar of Events here for youth group meetings, social activities and more!
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All third party events held at the church are listed here. For parents, if at the church campus while the event(s) is taking place, children should be supervised by a trusted individual, as Safeguarded personnel / volunteers will not be present. |
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Christ Episcopal Church | 3520 W. Whitestone Blvd, Cedar Park, TX 78613 | 512.267.2428 | www.cectx.org
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