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The Ministry of a Deacon — October 4 Adult Forum
Sunday, October 4 at 9am
The ministry of the order of deacons is rooted in the earliest Biblical accounts of the followers of Jesus. From the calling of the original seven, deacons are called to be servant ministers in God's church helping to care for human needs while proclaiming the Gospel. Please join Deacon William as he shares about the historical roots of the diaconate and the modern role of deacons in the Episcopal Church and the world.
Upcoming Adult Forum: “Jesus & the Powers” Book Study
Sundays at 9am, Oct 11 - Nov 8
Join us at 9 am from October 11 through November 8 to discuss “Jesus & the Powers” by N.T. Wright. This book offers a timely, biblically grounded framework for how Christians should navigate political witness, cultural fragmentation, and worldly authority in an age of totalitarian terror and dysfunctional democracies. N.T. Wright is an Anglican Bishop and distinguished theologian. Copies of the book can be picked up from the church office or ordered online.
• October 11: The Kingdom and the Shadow of Empire, Introduction & Chapter 1
• October 18: The Church, Jesus, and Caesar, Chapters 2 & 3
• October 25: Vision and Vocation – Building the Kingdom, Chapter 4
• November 1: Submission, Subversion, and Resistance, Chapters 5 & 6
• November 8: Liberalism, Love, and a Way Forward, Chapter 7 & Conclusion
Downtowner’s Luncheon Group — October 15 at Flavor House
Thursday, September 16, 1:30pm at Flavor House, 130 W Second St
Please join friends from Christ Episcopal Church, “Downtowners,” for lunch at some of our favorite restaurants in the Dayton area. It’s a time to get to know each other and share a meal. Come and enjoy! Please sign up on the bulletin board in the Parish Hall to let us know you’re coming, or email Leslie Nogle at lknogle@gmail.com
Better Together: Fall Youth Retreat at the Procter Center
November 13-15 at Procter Center, 11235 St. Rt. 38 SE, London, OH 43140
Cost: $150 per camper. Camperships are available!
Join us for our Fall Youth Retreat, Better Together, a retreat for youth looking to form deeper connections with each other, God, nature, and themselves!
Young people in grades 5-12 are invited to spend a weekend at Procter, enjoying classic camp activities and building friendships across the diocese. Join us as we strive to be an inclusive and diverse place for youth, to learn, play, and pray together – growing in faith and resilience through fun, safe, and meaningful camp experiences.
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Waffle Shop — Christ Church’s 96th Annual Fundraiser for Mission
Save the Date: November 11-14 (New schedule: Wednesday – Saturday!)
Waffle Shop is a 4-day fundraising event held November 11-14, 2026 at Christ Church. Through the sale of waffle & sausage lunches (and more!) Christ Church raises funds for mission. This spring, we distributed $9,400 in grants to 14 local organizations from our 2025 Waffle Shop proceeds! Christ Church is proud of this legacy of service to our community and look forward to welcoming newcomers who feel inspired to join us in this annual effort. It takes a lot of hands to make this 4-day fundraiser possible.
Are you interested in learning more about volunteer roles & schedule?
Contact Stephanie Sexton, Waffle Shop volunteer coordinator, at stephaniesexton96@gmail.com
You’re Invited: 152nd Annual Diocesan Convention with the Rt. Rev. Michael B. Curry Keynote Speaker — Nov 20-21
Each year the Episcopal Diocese of Southern Ohio gathers for our annual convention, with Friday workshops, meals, and Eucharist, and Saturday business session. We are joined this year by the Rt. Rev. Michael Bruce Curry, 27th Presiding Bishop and Primate of The Episcopal Church, who will be keynote speaker and preacher at Eucharist on Friday. Bishop Curry is known worldwide for his message of “radical, sacrificial love” grounded in the way of Jesus.
Registration is open through November 6, and you’re invited to join us!
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Phase II Outdoor Improvements Begin Soon!
With the parking lot project complete, we will begin Phase II of our outdoor improvements as early as October 19! This project will include gutter and roof repair and with an anticipated timeline of about 2-3 weeks for completion. More details coming soon!
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