Keeping Connected November 7, 2025 | | |
Connect Virtually
We will continue using our live streaming equipment. You may access our Sunday morning worship service via our YouTube Channel.
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While Rev. Melissa is away, here are some ecumenical resources for prayer and spiritual reflection to explore:
Brother Give us a Word - a daily monastic practice to nourish your spirit
Forward Movement’s Daily Prayer - Online daily prayer and Scripture resources from the same folks who publish the beloved seasonal Forward Day by Day booklets.
Pray as you Go - a daily prayer and meditation podcast
Bedtime Chapel - Bedtime prayer podcast centered on families (and wonderful for all ages) in the liturgical style of Compline, with hosts Deacons Natalie and James Thomas.
d365 : Devotions 365 days a year - daily devotions appropriate for all ages that invite us to Pause, Listen, Think, Pray, Go
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Finances
Last week we received in over $12,572. When giving online, be sure to change the 'Fund' to 'Pledges' so your contribution goes toward your pledge.
Thank you for your loving support of Christ Church.
| | Adult Sunday School: Sundays, 9a to 9:45a, in Rev. Melissa's office | | |
Gather in Rev. Melissa's office for a time of wondering, discussion, listening, fellowship, prayer, and sharing about the Scripture readings we will hear in worship, the seasons of our liturgical year and life, and our relationships with God and one another. No sign up or registration is necessary. Come as you are. Come for one week or every week. Feel free to grab some coffee from the parish hall beforehand (or bring your own!).
For questions or more information, please contact Rev. Melissa.
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Save the Date
Grief Retreat Day
Saturday, January 10, 2026 9 AM – 4 PM
Blessed are they who mourn,…
(Matthew 5:4)
Christ Church is offering a grief retreat day designed for anyone who is grieving the loss of a loved one, whether the death is recent or in the past. Participants will have the opportunity to share their grief story, receive support, get information on ways to cope, and may, through prayer and meditation, find new strength and hope to continue on their healing journey. Details to follow in December.
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Prayer Chain
Our prayer chain consists of devoted parishioners who, in confidence, pray daily for the needs of our parish family. Our mission is to life up to God the prayers of people in need, in joy, or in thanksgiving.
All prayer requests are said for a period of 2 weeks, and all requests are kept in strict confidence. If you would like a prayer said for yourself, a member of your family or friends, please reach out to Robyn Lench Whittles 781-291-9459 or email to betty02364@gmail.com
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Bedtime Chapel Podcast
Nightly Family Prayer & Weekly Bible Study
Deuteronomy 11:18,19
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Bedtime Chapel helps families draw nearer to Jesus by gathering for nightly prayer and deepening their understanding of the Gospel. The podcast includes:
- A 5-Min nightly prayer service
- Weekly companion episodes that explore the themes of the gospel readings of the upcoming week for family members with longer attention spans
Pray with Us Apple, Spotify, Amazon and most other Podcast Servers
| | Christ Church Thrift Shoppe | |
Christ Church parishioner, Thrift Shoppe volunteer and accomplished artist, Margaret Hill, has generously offered her time and talent to our Thrift Shoppe customers. She can create pencil sketches from a photo or even an iPhone snap — of a loved one, a cherished pet, or other subject, a super idea for a holiday gift. Her fee? A donation to the Thrift Shoppe. If you are interested, stop by and inquire at the Shoppe for more details.
Also, this week at the Thrift Shoppe, all boutique items and pants are half-off!
Thrift Shoppe Hours
Thursday and Friday 10-4
Saturday 10-1
| | Christ Church Food Pantry | | |
The Food Pantry needs shopping bags for distributing orders to our clients. Please bring large grocery bags to the Pantry during shift hours.
As we prepare for our annual Thanksgiving project to distribute food and gift cards to 100 families, we ask you consider donating:
Large grocery bags, gravy, cranberry sauce, crackers, shelf-stable milk, instant mashed potatoes with "USE BY DATE OF 12/1/2025" or later.
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All are welcome to the Christ Church Food Pantry!
We are open by appointment:
Thursday 12:00-1:15 and 4:00-5:15
Saturday 10:00-11:15
Call the pantry message line: 508-746-4959, ext 6, BY 1 PM THE DAY BEFORE YOU WISH TO PICK UP YOUR ORDER. Our volunteers check messages and return your call from their homes to ask you what you need.
Leave a message if you wish to donate non-perishable food and household items, or you may leave your donations under the mailboxes outside the office or in the front entrance to the sanctuary. Squirrels like to get into any bags left on the porch of the food pantry!
If you wish to volunteer, contact Eileen Paris at eileenpca@aol.com
For more information, please contact Barbara Wojtklewicz at 617-291-4634, or by email at barbara.wojtklewicz@gmail.com
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Pastoral Care
For any pastoral care needs of Christ Church, please call Robin Nielsen (774-454-2776) or email robinmarianielsen@gmail.com ~ A home visit, a home visit with holy communion or a phone call can be arranged. Although a small group, our Pastoral Care Ministry team meets monthly in confidence.
For any pastoral emergencies, please call Rev. Melissa Howell 508-746-4959 ext 4, and follow the instructions in her voice message.
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Tutti Music Collective
A Celtic Celebration
| Elijah Langille is inviting all to his upcoming concert with the Tutti Music Collective on Saturday, November 8th at 8 PM at St Cecilia Catholic Church in Boston. Contemporary Irish folk band Ishna (https://ishnamusic.com/) joins with the Tutti Music Collective chorus and orchestra for a joyous evening of contemporary and traditional Celtic music. Visit their Facebook page for more information. | | |
We want to keep you in the loop regarding the happenings at Christ Church. Please send your announcements for the weekly bulletin and Keeping Connected, to the office by 12 Noon on Wednesday. They should include date, time, place, description of event, contact information and should be written exactly the way you want them to appear.
The Church Office will be closed on Tuesday, November 11th.
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