November 12, 2026

God did not destine us for wrath.

Deanery Convocation

From the Very Rev'd Jane Brady-Close, Dean of the Hudson Valley: 

A reminder that we have another gathering of the Hudson Valley Deanery on Sunday, November 15, 3 p.m., at St. Paul's, 6 Sylvester Street, Kinderhook NY. 

   We will begin with Evensong, with Fr. Bill Lytle as officiant, and Mtr. Lori Kochanski, as preacher. Tom Martin from Christ Church will be our organist. A pot-luck supper and our business meeting follow. We are requesting that all clergy and parish delegates will attend and warmly invite all other members and friends who share in the worship and witnesses of our Hudson Valley Deanery (churches in Greene and Hudson County) to join us. 

   Please R.S.V.P. (below) to Shirley Kelly, junior warden, so the hospitality team at St. Paul's can plan for your presence and what you might like to offer (only if you are able) for our meal.

   We also will be celebrating Mtr. Lori Kochanski, who began as pastor-in-charge at St. Paul's just yesterday, and Deacon Rick Erickson, who recently was appointed by Bishop Jeremiah to serve at Christ Church, Hudson. 

Potluck Luncheon

On Sunday, November 22 we will have a special potluck luncheon during coffee hour to celebrate our Feast of Title, Christ the King Sunday, and to officially welcome our deacon, the Rev'd Richard Erickson.

Community Thanksgiving

This year Christ Church is partnering with the First Presbyterian Church to host a community Thanksgiving meal in the Parish Hall. Please click the buttons below volunteer to help or to donate supplies or funds.

Christmas Collections

This year we will be collecting women's toiletries, journals, and small gifts to be distributed at a local emergency shelter. We will also be collecting new, unwrapped toys for the emergency shelter and for the Columbia County Sanctuary Movement toy drive. Arts and craft supplies are especially appreciated. Contact Sandra Gill at sandrasgill@gmail.com to learn more.

All donations can be turned into the church office during the week or in the parish hall on Sundays by December 6, 2026.

Handel's Messiah 
at Christ Church!

2027 Stewardship

Stewardship letters were sent out last week. Please prayerfully consider what you can commit in time and finances to the work of Christ Church next year and return your pledge card on Christ the King Sunday, November 22. You can download a pledge card at the link below to print out and return to the church.

Help Wanted

If you are looking for ways to help out in the life of Christ Church, there are many! New greeters and camera operators are always welcome. We could also use a few more acolytes (there is no upper age limit on that!) a thurifer or two and Lay Eucharistic Ministers. (LEM's must be confirmed or received members of the Episcopal Church). Of course there are many other ways to serve as well! Just speak to Fr. Bill.

Flowers on the High Altar may be dedicated to loved ones by members of the congregation. Please call the office with the name(s) you wish to commemorate and the Sunday you prefer. A donation is requested; the church provides the flowers.

This week at Christ Church

Weekly Statistics

Attendance

Sunday, November 8: 42

Weekday Services - November 6-12: 10

No Holy Eucharist, November 11

Offerings

Sunday, November 8

Pledge - $820.40

Non-pledge - $0.00

Loose Plate - $129.00

Food Pantry - $100.00

Miscellaneous - $64.99

Lay Ministry Schedule

Sunday, November 15

The Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost

Celebrant - The Rev'd Dr. William Lytle

Deacon - The Rev'd Richard Erickson

Subdeacon - Elias Lytle

Acolyte - Gabe Lytle

Lay Eucharistic Minister - Peggy Gearity

Lector - Hope Stevenson

Greeters - Mary Ann Shook & Bob Link

Altar Guild - Mary Jane Swain, Babette Ryder-Card, Myriam Valles

Camera Operator - Martin Lytle

Sunday, November 22

The Last Sunday after Pentecost: Christ the King

Celebrant - The Rev'd Dr. William Lytle

Deacon & Preacher - The Rev'd Richard Erickson

Subdeacon - Elias Lytle

Acolyte - Martin Lytle

Crucifer - Dale Schafer

Thurifer - Gabe Lytle

Lay Eucharistic Minister - Cindy Erickson

Lector - Ted Todd

Greeters - Ella Brice & Tracey Jennings

Altar Guild - Mary Jane Swain, Babette Ryder-Card, Myriam Valles

Camera Operator - Peggy Gearity

Celebrations

November 13-19

November 13 - Audrey Wyman

November 14 - Cameron Lytle

November 17 - Garrick Stevenson

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