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Christ Church exists to show everyone God loves them unconditionally.
We do that by EXPERIENCING, EMBRACING, AND EXTENDING
God's love.
There are several ways to give to the mission of Christ Church:
you can mail in your pledge, place in the Sunday offering,
give online, or text GIVE to (850) 403-6673.
We experience God's love (Worship)
Sunday 10:30 AM service streamed on Facebook Live or YouTube
Click here to listen to last week's sermon.
**An email is sent on Saturdays with links for Sunday worship and Christian Education.
In-Person services on Sunday at 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM
In-Person service on Wednesday at 12:00 PM
We embrace God's love (Study/Formation)
Adult Christian Education Offering
Rainforest Falls: Exploring the Nature of God
Sundays ~ 9:15 AM ~ New Library
Join Fr. Michael and Rev. Katie for a class that explores the Scripture passages our children will be studying as part of Vacation Bible School Rainforest Falls: Exploring the Nature of God.
Adult Christian Education Offering
Do Not Live Afraid: Faith in a Fearful World
Sundays ~ 9:30-10:15 AM ~ Room 31, 2nd floor of Education Building
The Hebrew prophets and the Christian writers of the Epistles linked spiritual peace and peace among humanity with justice. The author writes, “This chapter (five) takes up the issue of justice and the setting aside of fears so that we might do what is just and right.” Steps a Christian can take to act justly and rightly in a world filled with mistrust of others is the topic for this session.
We extend the love of God (Outreach/Parishioner Support)
Serving Lunch at Bright Bridge
Thursday, June 4 ~ 8:30 AM-12:30 PM
Join us as we help serve lunch at Bright Bridge Ministries the first Thursday of the month (Richard’s Memorial – 2615 W. DeSoto St). To volunteer to help serve this month, please email Traci. Food prep starts at 8:30 AM. Food service is from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, with cleanup until 12:30 PM.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Serving at Bright Bridge
Thursday, June 4
Chalice Bearer Meeting
Sunday, June 7
Parish Office Closed
Friday, June 19
Vacation Bible School
June 22-25
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
June 22-25 ~ 8:30-11:30 AM
**Registration deadline is Sunday, June 7!**
Join us for VBS 2026: Rainforest Falls, where children learn the about the nature of God. We will sing, learn, craft, and snack all while exploring God’s beautiful creation based on the Book of Psalms. Register here now!
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Become a Eucharistic Minister!
CHALICE BEARER MEETING
Sunday, June 7 ~ 11:45 AM ~ Parish Hall
Chalice Bearers or Eucharistic Ministers are licensed individuals who administer the chalice — the consecrated Wine at Communion. At all of our services, these important individuals help make worship possible. Any confirmed individual interested in serving, please contact Rev. Katie. For all existing and interested chalice bearers, there will be a special Sunday meeting (lunch included) on Sunday, June 7, at 11:45 AM beginning in the Parish Hall. Please RSVP to Rev. Katie.
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The Parish Office will be closed on Friday, June 19
in observance of Juneteenth.
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CHRIST CHURCH POPs:
QUESTIONS FROM THE PEW
For an upcoming series on our podcast, Christ Church POPs, we want to hear from you! Write to us with your questions that you would like Fr. Michael and Rev. Katie to answer. Ever wonder why we do what we do at Christ Church, what the history is for something related to the Church, or what we believe or think about a particular topic? Let us know. Email Traci your questions from the pew or fill out a paper version found in your Sunday bulletin.
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CHRIST CHURCH GIVES THANKS
Christ Church wishes to express our sincere gratitude for the estate gift left to us by Storne Shively. This gift to the Christ Church Endowment Trust helps preserve our Church buildings and ministry for future generations. To learn more about the Christ Church Endowment Trust or to make a planned gift, please contact Tim Heindl.
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CHRIST CHURCH SUMMER CHOIR
Are you somewhat interested in singing in the Christ Church Choir but unsure about a long-term commitment? Or perhaps you and a family member or friend might like to try something new together? The Christ Church Summer Choir may be just the thing for you! This summer program features limited rehearsal time and accessible choir literature. Rehearsals will take place at 6:00 p.m. in the Choir Room on the following dates: June 3 & 17; July 1, 15 & 29; and August 5.
After rehearsal, all interested may adjourn to a nearby locale for fellowship. On Sundays, the choir arrives at 9:30 a.m. to warm up and rehearse for the 10:30 a.m. Eucharist. Prospective singers are not required to commit to singing the entire summer but may join as they are able. If you are interested, please contact Dr. Jason or attend a Wednesday evening rehearsal on one of the above dates. Come, join us as we make our joyful noise unto the Lord!
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Attention 6th–12th graders!!
JOIN AN ACOLYTE TEAM!
Acolytes are “ones who help” and are important individuals that make worship possible on Sunday mornings. From serving as a torch bearer that shines the light of Christ to being a server who helps prepare the Lord’s Table, there are many ways to be part of the team. Any 6th-12th grade youth can become an acolyte, serving roughly one Sunday a month. Click here to learn more or join an acolyte team.
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ROBINSON SCHOLARSHIP
The Robinson Scholarship is a perpetual scholarship fund established at Christ Church in loving memory of Judge Grover C. Robinson, Jr., and his granddaughter, Miss Lowrey E. Robinson. This fund was established to financially assist those students who have been active in the EYC and/or the Acolyte Corps in obtaining post-secondary education. The application is available here and should be returned to Kelly in the Parish Office by Monday, June 22.
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YACC (YOUNG ADULTS OF CHRIST CHURCH)
Tuesdays ~ 6:30-8:00 PM
Odd Colony
Come weekly for fellowship and conversation as your schedule allows! We gather in the back room at Odd Colony. Please contact Rev. Katie with any questions and follow us on Instagram: @yaccpensacola.
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EPIC BOOK CLUB
Wednesday, June 3 ~ 3:00 PM ~ Parlor
The Epic Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 3:00 PM in the Parlor. The June book discussion will be Dance of the Happy Shades by Alice Munro. Upcoming reads: July – Becoming Madame Secretary by Stephanie Dray; August – The Correspondent by Virginia Evans. Please click here to be added to the email list for updates, and/or join our Facebook group (EPIC Bookclub of Christ Episcopal Church).
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SERVING LUNCH AT BRIGHT BRIDGE
Thursday, June 4 ~ 8:30 AM-12:30 PM
Join us as we help serve lunch at Bright Bridge Ministries the first Thursday of the month (Richard’s Memorial – 2615 W. DeSoto St). To volunteer to help serve this month, please email Traci. Food prep starts at 8:30 AM. Food service is from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, with cleanup until 12:30 PM.
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CHAIR YOGA CLASS
Thursdays ~ 2:30 ~ Old Library
Class is held on Thursdays at 2:30 PM in the Old Library on the second floor of the Christian Education building. The class includes stretching and flowing poses, mostly done on a chair — no yoga mat needed. Class lasts 50-60 minutes and is led by Lindsey Windrow, Registered Yoga Teacher. All are welcome. Cost: $5.00 per class.
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MOM'S BIBLE STUDY
Our gatherings will be taking a break for the summer. Fill out this survey here if you are interested in a book study, beginning with Kate Bowler's new book, Joyful, Anyway. Please contact Rev. Katie with any questions.
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CIRCLE OF CARE
Wednesday, June 10 ~ 11:00 AM ~ Parish Hall
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DAUGHTERS OF THE KING
Saturday, June 13 ~ 9:30 AM ~ Parlor
We meet at 9:30 AM on the second Saturday of each month in the Parlor. Anyone interested in learning more about DOK can attend a meeting or contact Monica Barnard.
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ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION OFFERING
Do Not Live Afraid: Faith in a Fearful World
Sundays ~ 9:30-10:15 AM ~ Room 31, Education Building
The Hebrew prophets and the Christian writers of the Epistles linked spiritual peace and peace among humanity with justice. The author writes, “This chapter (five) takes up the issue of justice and the setting aside of fears so that we might do what is just and right.” Steps a Christian can take to act justly and rightly in a world filled with mistrust of others is the topic for this session. For more information, contact Dick Hooper or David Starling.
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CHILDREN'S MINISTRIES
SUMMER SUNDAY SCHEDULE
8:00 AM – The Nursery is available for children ages infant through 4 years old.
10:30 AM – Worship with Nursery available. The Nursery is available for children ages infant through 4 years old. This service also includes Children's Chapel during the sermon, designed especially for children ages 5 years old and up. Children are invited to follow the cross down the main aisle during the sequence hymn and will return during the peace, just in time to have communion with their families.
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STAY CONNECTED WITH
CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRY!
Children and Family Ministry (CFM) has two ways to keep our families connected with Christ Church during the week. CFM is on Instagram, @cckidspensacola, and shares what is happening on Sunday mornings & ideas for how to keep faithful conversations happening during the week. CFM also has a bite-sized weekly email with the "5 Things" our families need to know for the week – Sunday reminders, save the dates, and more. Email Sarah to be added to the list!
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JUNE INVESTMENT DRIVE – J.U.S.T. Pensacola
(Justice United Seeking Transformation)
Our annual Investment Drive is an incredibly important part of what we do. If we want to grow our ability to change the way systems operate in Pensacola and Escambia County, we have to own the advocacy that we are building. JUST supports a FT organizer; a PT administrative assistant; staff/network member training; office expenses; and outside services. Although investments toward our 2026 Christ Church commitment can be made from January-December, we highlight the June Investment Drive. Online, visit justpensacola.org/invest. By mail, send an investment to JUST Pensacola at 2 E. Wright St., Pensacola, FL 32501. For any investment, be sure to include your name and our congregation, Christ Church.
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CHRIST CHURCH POPs
Join Christ Church for POPping sermons and conversations! Here we will share the Preaching Of the Parish as well as conversations with People Of the Parish and Partners Of the Parish. Each week we will alternate between past sermons and interviews.
Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/christ-church-pops/id1727616547
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CHRIST CHURCH NAMETAGS
To request yours, please sign up online here. Nametags may be picked up from the information table in the Foyer the Sunday after your request is submitted.
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ALTAR FLOWER DEDICATIONS
Each week our worship service is enhanced with beautiful fresh flowers. After the Sunday services, the altar flower arrangements are reworked into smaller arrangements. These arrangements are delivered to members of our parish family that are unable to attend a Sunday service. The altar flowers are a memorial, a thanksgiving for an anniversary, a birthday, a new birth, or a thanksgiving for God's blessings. The donation is listed in the weekly bulletin. Forms to participate in this ministry are available here and on the information table in the Foyer.
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CHURCH PRAYER SHAWLS
A few prayer shawls have been placed on a stand just inside the front doors of the church that may be used during services. If you are a bit chilly or just want something to hold, pick up a prayer shawl to use. It is the hope of the Prayer Shawl Ministry that these items, prayerfully made, will offer comfort and a sense of well-being to the borrowers and they will feel God’s love and peace.
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CARE IN COMMUNITY
Christ Church is here for you. It is easy to feel alone or disconnected, so reach out to one of the priests or someone at the church to say hello. There are many ministries to love and support the people who are the church. Contact Rev. Katie or call her at the Parish Office (850-432-5115) if you or anyone you know has any needs.
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BIRTHDAYS & WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES
FOR THE PARISH FAMILY
We would like to give thanks for these special days and to add your name to the published prayer list in the Chronicle. Please print your name on the calendar on the information table in the Foyer. The calendar is checked weekly before the prayer list goes to print.
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PRAYERS FOR OUR PARISH FAMILY
I. For Those in Need. Including the poor, the unemployed, the lonely, the hungry, the homeless, the abused, the sick and dying, and those who grieve. For those suffering in body, mind, or spirit—including Members: Sydney D., Teresa Rogers, Gail LeRoy, Joann Bjorensen, Will & Sally Fox, Susan Norton, JoAnn Shrine, Sarah Ballew, Brian Thomas, Kay Mitchell, Dee Whisenhunt Family & Friends: Izzy, Timothy Davis, Matthew, Ella Watkins, Berta, John Eringman, Marian, Sonja Crawford, Regina Noonan, Rob Wilmer.
II. For Those in the Armed Forces, especially—Erik Barton, Stewart Bova, Blake Busse, Morgan Cochran, Danica Roark Domokos, Pierce Fiveash, Sam Gaston, Robert Geiger, Sterling Gilliam III, Mitchell Harless, Harley Jennings, Benjamin Jensen, Joshua Justin, Michael Kukenberger, Hillary Leonard, Ben Mathis, Kathryn Martin, James Mayfield, Nathanael Mayfield, Sean McAbee, Mac McArthur, Tony Miller, Riley Nofziger, Austin Ordway, Gavin Harris Patterson, Gavin Peterson, Kyle Roberson, Matthew Hewett Sale, Peter Shelton, Evan Valdyke, Wesley Valdyke, Harrison Williams, Jake Willstatter; and all those who serve this nation in harm’s way.
III. For All who have Died. May their souls and the souls of all the departed rest in peace.
IV. In Thanksgiving. For those in our parish celebrating birthdays—Steve Fluegge—and anniversaries—Denisse & Fredrik Lie-Nielsen (30 yrs.), Julia & Donald McShan (43 yrs.).
To submit a prayer request, email prayer-request@christ-church.net or fill out the prayer request form on our website (found on the Pastoral Care page under “Ministries”). Please let us know if this is for the confidential prayer list only or for the published public prayer list as well. Please note that all names remain on the prayer list for 4 weeks. Please resubmit your request with an update if you or a loved one would like to stay on the list for another four weeks. This helps keep our prayers current. Names in bold print indicate new additions to the prayer list.
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