Weekly Announcements Oct 26-31

October 24, 2008

Adult Sunday School Class: 8:50-9:50 a.m: The Grammar of God (led by Erin Wells). This class will meet Oct. 12-Dec. 14th in the Donovan room. Please see the bulletin board outside of Meade Hall for a full description. Next week’s topic: Law.

Clergy-led Adult Sunday School: 10:10-10:50 a.m.: The Supremacy of Christ. Dave Johnson, Justin Holcomb and Paul Walker will teach a 5-week class on Jesus-who he is and what he did according to the book of Colossians. The class meets in the Gibson room downstairs.

Marcy Hooker will be serving at a CREDO conference Oct. 27-Nov. 3rd.

The men of Christ Church our invited to attend a weekly Bible Study on the Book of Romans, Tuesday mornings from 7:15 - 8:00 in Meade Hall. Bagels and coffee are available beginning at 7:00.

The women of Christ Church are invited to attend a weekly Bible study on David, Thursday mornings in the Gibson room at 9:30. They are using a study guide by Beth Moore entitled, A Heart Like His.

A women’s group is studying the book of Genesis on Tuesday evenings starting at 7:15 in the Donovan room at Christ Church. All women are welcome! For more information contact Emily Gum at err8t@virginia.edu or 610-731-1510.

Justin and Lindsey Holcomb will lead a lecture series titled “Violence Against Women” at the Center for Christian Study, which meets Wednesday evenings from 7-8:30pm (Oct 22, Oct 29, Nov 5, and Nov 12). This series will explore gender-based violence through the framework of the Christian faith. It will investigate the Fall and the doctrine of sin as they relate to the various forms of violence against women. The responses of prevention, intervention, and rehabilitation will also be discussed. Call the Study Center (817-1050) or visit their website for directions (www.studycenter.net).

There will be a baby shower for Justin & Lindsey Holcomb on Sunday, Nov. 9th at 12:30 p.m. in the Gibson room. They are registered at Babies R Us and at Target. Join us!

Children’s Choir (gr. 1-4) meets on Weds., 6:30-7:30 p.m. and will sing at the 9 a.m. service on Sunday, Nov. 23.   Youth Choir (gr. 5-8) meets on Sundays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. before youth group and will sing at the 9 a.m. service on Nov.9th.   Newcomers are welcome in both groups! Please contact Elizabeth Norfrey at davidneliz@christchurchcville.org or 293-2347 x.110 for more information.

If you would like to join the Handbell Choir (Sun., 6:30-7:30 p.m.) to prepare for the Advent/Christmas season, contact David Norfrey (see above). No rehearsal tonight.

Profile Committee Formed: A committee has been formed to establish a profile of Christ Church. The purpose is three-fold: it was requested by the Bishop as part of Paul’s appointment as “Priest-in-Charge,” it will serve as a guide for Paul if he is appointed Rector at the end of his two-year term, and it will be used in the unlikely event that a traditional search must be conducted for a Rector.  Members of the Committee welcome your input  You may contact the Chair, Bob Garland Jr., at bgarlandjr@aol.com or 293-2045.

USHERS NEEDED:  We have 2 vacancies for the 9AM Service on Team III (3rd Sunday of the month).  First come, first to serve.  Please contact Bob Garland, Jr. at 293-2045 or bgarlandjr@aol.com. Training is free!!

No Middle School Youth Group tonight; but we will be having High School Youth Group.  Hope to see you there!

Loaves & Fishes: Do you have a few hours to spare once a month helping others? Team 1 of Loaves & Fishes (our soup kitchen) is in need of 2 volunteers to work the first Tuesday of each month. The hours are 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. If interested, please contact Donna Murray at dkmurr@embarqmail.com or phone 434-842-1772.

A new book group is forming to discuss congregational life and race and class, following the 5:00 service. Come to the first meeting, Sunday, Oct. 19th, at 7.30 pm. Questions:Ashley Mejias:ashley@studycenter.net.

Operation Christmas Child: Please donate shoe boxes, school supplies, stuffed animals, small toys and toiletries for needy children around the world. Collection boxes will be in Meade Hall and in the various Sunday School rooms, beginning Sun., Nov. 2nd.

Abundant Life Ministries invites you to their Open House on today from 1-6 p.m. at 991 5th St. Extd. and 834 Prospect Ave. There will be food, live music, family-friendly activities, and a chance to tour the new property and celebrate with them. Call 970-2077 or email main@charlottesvilleabundantlife.org if you’d like more information.

Casserole Ministry: If you know of anyone who is sick or could use dinner delivered to their house, please contact Merle Robertson at 973-2749.

The Shawl Knitting Ministry meets from 10-11 a.m. every 2nd and 4th Wednesday in the Jefferson Heights Apartment’s 3rd floor craft room located at 1550 Pantops Mountain Place. If you have questions, please call Merle Robertson at 973-2749.

Weekly Announcements Oct 19-25

October 17, 2008

Welcome to Christ Church. We’re so glad you’re here. If you would like more information regarding our ministry, please visit our web site at www.christchurchcville.org and fill out one of the visitor cards located in the pews. You may place it in an offering plate or give it to an usher. Visitor brochures and parking maps are available on bulletin boards throughout the church.

Adult Sunday School Class: 8:50-9:50 a.m: The Grammar of God (led by Erin Wells). This class will meet Oct. 12-Dec. 14th in the Donovan room. Please see the bulletin board outside of Meade Hall for a full description. Next week’s topic: Deliverance.

Clergy-led Adult Sunday School: 10:10-10:50 a.m.: “The Supremacy of Christ,” beginning October 19th. Dave Johnson, Justin Holcomb and Paul Walker will teach a 5-week class on Jesus-who he is and what he did according to the book of Colossians. The class meets in the Gibson room downstairs.

Paul Walker is out of the office until tomorrow for continuing education.

The men of Christ Church our invited to attend a weekly Bible Study on the Book of Romans, Tuesday mornings from 7:15 - 8:00 in Meade Hall. Bagels and coffee are available beginning at 7:00.

The women of Christ Church are invited to attend a weekly Bible study on David, Thursday mornings in the Gibson room at 9:30. They are using a study guide by Beth Moore entitled, A Heart Like His.

A women’s group is studying the book of Genesis on Tuesday evenings starting at 7:15 in the Donovan room at Christ Church. All women are welcome! For more information contact Emily Gum at err8t@virginia.edu or 610-731-1510.

Thanks to all who contributed gifts of music, hospitality and donations for the Piano Marathon!

Children’s Choir (gr. 1-4) meets on Weds., 6:30-7:30 p.m. during the Adult Education class and will sing at the 9 a.m. service next Sunday, Oct. 26.  Youth Choir (gr. 5-8) meets on Sundays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. before youth group and will sing at the 9 a.m. service on Sunday, Nov. 9th.   Newcomers are welcome in both groups!  Please contact Elizabeth Norfrey at davidneliz@christchurchcville.org or 293-2347 x.110 for more information.

Handbell Choir (Sun., 6:30-7:30 p.m.) will ring at the 9 and 11 a.m. services next Sunday, October 26th.  If you would like to join the group to prepare for the Advent/Christmas season, contact David Norfrey.

There will a service of Choral Evensong (sung Evening Prayer) this Thursday, October 23, 7:00 p.m.  Rev. Paul Walker will officiate and preach; The Adult Choir will sing canticles by English composer Thomas Morley and an anthem by American composer Stephen Paulus.  Invite friends to experience the beauty of traditional Anglican worship.

Profile Committee Formed: A committee has been formed to establish a profile of Christ Church. The purpose is three-fold: it was requested by the Bishop as part of Paul’s appointment as “Priest-in-Charge,” it will serve as a guide for Paul if he is appointed Rector at the end of his two-year term, and it will be used in the unlikely event that a traditional search must be conducted for a Rector.  Members of the Committee welcome your input  You may contact the Chair, Bob Garland Jr., at bgarlandjr@aol.com or 293-2045.

USHERS NEEDED:  We have 2 vacancies for the 9AM Service on Team III (3rd Sunday of the month).  First come, first to serve.  Please contact Bob Garland, Jr. at 293-2045 or bgarlandjr@aol.com. Training is free!!

Both Youth Groups are on tonight!  6:45-8pm as usual!  Middle Schoolers, join us for Reverse Trick-or-Treating next Saturday, the 25th from 6-7:30pm.

Loaves & Fishes: Do you have a few hours to spare once a month helping others? Team 1 of Loaves & Fishes (our soup kitchen) is in need of 2 volunteers to work the first Tuesday of each month. The hours are 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. If interested, please contact Donna Murray at dkmurr@embarqmail.com or phone 434-842-1772.

A new book group is forming to discuss congregational life and race and class, following the 5:00 service. Come to the first meeting, Sunday, Oct. 19th, at 7.30 pm. Questions: Ashley Mejias at ashley@studycenter.net.

Abundant Life Ministries invites you to their Open House on Sunday, October 26, from 1-6 p.m. at 991 5th St. Extd. and 834 Prospect Ave. There will be food, live music, family-friendly activities, and a chance to tour the new property and celebrate with them. Call 970-2077 or email main@charlottesvilleabundantlife.org if you’d like more information.

Justin and Lindsey Holcomb will lead a lecture series titled “Violence Against Women” at the Center for Christian Study, which meets Wednesday evenings from 7-8:30pm (Oct 22, Oct 29, Nov 5, and Nov 12). This series will explore gender-based violence through the framework of the Christian faith. It will investigate the Fall and the doctrine of sin as they relate to the various forms of violence against women. The responses of prevention, intervention, and rehabilitation will also be discussed. Call the Study Center (817-1050) or visit their website for directions (www.studycenter.net).

Diocesan Episcopal Church Women’s annual meeting; St. Stephen’s, Richmond, Tuesday. Oct 21st. The Rev. Jane Sigloh as keynote speaker. The meeting begins at 10 am and concludes with Holy Eucharist, starting at 1:30 pm.  A buffet lunch is included. Registration fee: $20. Interested? Call Ginny Sullivan 977-8678.

Casserole Ministry: If you know of anyone who is sick or could use dinner delivered to their house, please contact Merle Robertson at 973-2749.

The Shawl Knitting Ministry meets from 10-11 a.m. every 2nd and 4th Wednesday in the Jefferson Heights Apartment’s 3rd floor craft room located at 1550 Pantops Mountain Place. If you have questions, please call Merle Robertson at 973-2749.

Weekly Announcements Oct 12-18

October 10, 2008

Adult Sunday School Class: 8:50-9:50 a.m: The Grammar of God (led by Erin Wells). This class will meet Oct. 12-Dec. 14th in the Donovan room. Please see the bulletin board outside of Meade Hall for a full description. This morning’s topic: Creation.

Clergy-led Adult Sunday School: 10:10-10:50 a.m.: The next clergy-led class will be a study of the book of Colossians, beginning Oct 19 and going through to Nov 16. Paul wrote his letter to the Christians at Colosse to proclaim the centrality and supremacy of Christ.

Paul Walker will be out of the office next week for continuing education.

The Altar Guild invites you to become a part of arranging that glorious feast we all love to come to each Sunday! We are especially in need of help on the first and third Sundays of each month. Please consider becoming part of these wonderful, loving, experienced teams of caring ladies who help make our worship experience such a joy. Call Anne Dodge at 293-9731 for more information.

The men of Christ Church our invited to attend a weekly Bible Study on the Book of Romans, Tuesday mornings from 7:15 - 8:00 in Meade Hall. Bagels and coffee are available beginning at 7:00.

The women of Christ Church are invited to attend a weekly Bible study on David, Thursday mornings in the Gibson room at 9:30. They are using a study guide by Beth Moore entitled, A Heart Like His.

A women’s group is studying the book of Genesis on Tuesday evenings starting at 7:15 in the Donovan room at Christ Church. All women are welcome! For more information contact Emily Gum at err8t@virginia.edu or 610-731-1510.

Children’s Choir (gr. 1-4) meets on Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. and will sing at the 9:00 a.m. service on Oct. 26th.  New members are welcome!  Youth Choir (gr. 5-8) will not rehearse tonight but will have a movie/sundae night, 6-8 p.m.  Please contact Elizabeth Norfrey at davidneliz@christchurchcville.org or 293-2347 x.110 for more info.

The Piano Marathon is almost here! Please stop in between 2-10 p.m. this Friday, Oct. 17 for fellowship, refreshments, music provided by pianists and instrumentalists of various ages and styles, representing all four services.  Invite family members, neighbors, friends, coworkers along!

Alex Mejias is looking for help with the sound system at the 9 a.m. service. Please email him if you are interested: awmejias@gmail.com.

The Adult Choir will lead a Choral Evensong on Thursday, Oct.23, 7 p.m. Rev. Paul Walker will preside.  Join us for this service of sung Evening Prayer and invite others to experience traditional Anglican worship.

Profile Committee Formed: A committee has been formed to establish a profile of Christ Church. The purpose is three-fold: it was requested by the Bishop as part of Paul’s appointment as “Priest-in-Charge,” it will serve as a guide for Paul if he is appointed Rector at the end of his two-year term, and it will be used in the unlikely event that a traditional search must be conducted for a Rector.  Members of the Committee welcome your input  You may contact the Chair, Bob Garland Jr., at bgarlandjr@aol.com or 293-2045.

USHERS NEEDED:  We have 2 vacancies for the 9AM Service on Team III (3rd Sunday of the month).  First come, first to serve.  Please contact Bob Garland, Jr. at 293-2045 or bgarlandjr@aol.com if you would like to serve your Church.  Training is free!!

There will be no Middle School Youth Group tonight, but High School Youth Group is on!

Calling Christ Church parishioners to tutor second graders from Clark Elementary!  Tutoring will take place at the Community Center of Friendship Court on Mon., Tues., and Thurs. (3:15 - 4:30) from Oct. 13 to Dec. 18.  Please contact Proal Heartwell at 295-6932 or pheartwell@villageschool.us.

The Annual Crop Walk is today! Please see the information on the ledge under the Mission & Outreach bulletin board outside Meade Hall.

Loaves & Fishes: Do you have a few hours to spare once a month helping others? Team 1 of Loaves & Fishes (our soup kitchen) is in need of 2 volunteers to work the first Tuesday of each month. The hours are 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. If interested, please contact Donna Murray at dkmurr@embarqmail.com or phone 434-842-1772.

A new  book group is forming to discuss congregational life and race and class, following the 5:00 service. Come to the first meeting, Sunday, Oct. 19th, at 7.30 pm. Questions: Ashley Mejias at ashley@studycenter.net.

All women are invited to the Diocesan Episcopal Church Women’s annual meeting; St. Stephen’s, Richmond, Tuesday. Oct 21st. The theme of this year’s program, The Tapestry of Life and our Ministries, features The Rev. Jane Sigloh as keynote speaker. The meeting begins at 10 am and concludes with Holy Eucharist, starting at 1:30 pm.  A buffet lunch is included. Registration fee: $20. Interested? Call Ginny Sullivan 977-8678.

Casserole Ministry: If you know of anyone who is sick or could use dinner delivered to their house, please contact Merle Robertson at 973-2749.

The Shawl Knitting Ministry meets from 10-11 a.m. every 2nd and 4th Wednesday in the Jefferson Heights Apartment’s 3rd floor craft room located at 1550 Pantops Mountain Place. If you have questions, please call Merle Robertson at 973-2749.

Help Winneba Read, informational meeting on Thurs. Oct 16 at the home of the Hathaways has been postponed. We are awaiting some details & info that are necessary, however, if anyone is interested please contact Ellen and Curtis at 971-9292 or cvilleheels@comcast.net. We’ll keep you posted! Many thanks for your prayers.

Weekly Announcements (Oct 5-11)

October 3, 2008

Clergy-led Adult Sunday School: 10:10-10:50 a.m.: Everyday Theology meets in the Gibson room. The following topics will be discussed: Life, Marriage, Family, Money, Vocation and Death.

The Altar Guild invites you to become a part of arranging that glorious feast we all love to come to each Sunday!  We are especially in need of help on the first and third Sundays of each month.  Please consider becoming part of these wonderful, loving, experienced teams of caring ladies who help make our worship experience such a joy.  Call Anne Dodge at 293-9731 for more information.

The men of Christ Church our invited to attend a weekly Bible Study on the Book of Romans, Tuesday mornings from 7:15 - 8:00 a.m. in Meade Hall. Bagels and coffee are available beginning at 7:00 a.m.

The women of Christ Church are invited to attend a weekly Bible study on David, Thursday mornings in the Gibson room at 9:30 a.m. They are using a study guide by Beth Moore entitled, A Heart Like His.

A women’s group is studying the book of Genesis on Tuesday evenings starting at 7:15 p.m. in the Donovan room at Christ Church. All women are welcome! For more information contact Emily Gum at err8t@virginia.edu or 610-731-1510.

Children’s Choir (gr. 1-4) meets on Weds., 6:30-7:30 p.m. during the Adult Education class and will sing at the 9 a.m. service on Sunday, Oct. 26. Come join the fun!   Youth Choir (gr. 5-8) meets on Sundays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. before youth group and will sing at the 9 a.m. service next Sunday,  Oct 12th.   Hope to see you there!  Please contact Elizabeth Norfrey at davidneliz@christchurchcville.org or 293-2347 x.110 for more information.

Handbell Choir (Sun., 6:30-7:30 p.m.) is preparing to play on Sunday, October 26th. There are two spots open. If you would like to join this group for the next 3 weeks, contact David Norfrey.

Upcoming Music Ministry Events:  Piano Marathon, Friday, October 17, 2-10 p.m. Pianists of all ages and styles will share their gifts for eight hours. Please invite friends, coworkers and family members to attend!   If you would like to be a greeter or contribute refreshments, please contact Kate Daughdrill kate@christchurchcville.org.  The next Choral Evensong will be on Thursday, October 23, 7:00 p.m.  See the October Messenger for more details.

USHERS NEEDED:  We have 2 vacancies for the 9AM Service on Team III (3rd Sunday of the month).  First come, first to serve.  Please contact Bob Garland, Jr. at 293-2045 or bgarlandjr@aol.com if you would like to serve your Church.  Training is free!!

Alex Mejias is looking for help with the sound system at the 9 a.m. service. Please email him if you are interested: awmejias@gmail.com.

Middle School Youth Group is on tonight per usual (6:45-8pm), but there will be no High School Youth Group tonight.

Calling Christ Church parishioners to tutor second graders from Clark Elementary!  Tutoring will take place at the Community Center of Friendship Court on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday (3:15 - 4:30) from October 13 to December 18.  Three or four tutors are needed each day, but scheduling is flexible. For additional information, please contact Proal Heartwell at 295-6932 or pheartwell@villageschool.us.

Crop Walk: Please see the information on the ledge under the Mission & Outreach bulletin board outside Meade Hall.

Loaves & Fishes: Do you have a few hours to spare once a month helping others? Team 1 of Loaves & Fishes (our soup kitchen) is in need of 2 volunteers to work the first Tuesday of each month. The hours are 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. If interested, please contact Donna Murray at dkmurr@embarqmail.com or phone 434-842-1772.

Anyone interested in learning more about the relationship between congregational life and race and class is invited to participate in a book group at Christ Church beginning Sunday evenings following the 5:00 service.  We will be meeting after dinner to read and discuss Divided by Faith, by Christian Smith and Michael Emerson.  Our first meeting will be an information and scheduling meeting and will be held on Sunday, October 19th, at 7.30 pm.  Books are available on Amazon.com or at Splintered Light Bookstore.  If you are interested or have further questions, contact Ashley Mejias at ashley@studycenter.net.

Casserole Ministry: If you know of anyone who is sick or could use dinner delivered to their house, please contact Merle Robertson at 973-2749.

The Shawl Knitting Ministry meets from 10-11 a.m. every 2nd and 4th Wednesday in the Jefferson Heights Apartment’s 3rd floor craft room located at 1550 Pantops Mountain Place. If you have questions, please call Merle Robertson at 973-2749.

The Word

When the goodness and loving kindness of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of any works of righteousness that we had done, but according to his mercy, through the water of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit. This Spirit he poured out on us richly through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs according to the hope of eternal life. (Titus 3:4-7)

The Prayer

O God, you make us glad by the yearly festival of the birth of your only Son Jesus Christ: Grant that we, who joyfully receive him as our Redeemer, may with sure confidence behold him when he comes to be our Judge; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. (Book of Common Prayer, p. 212)