Announcements

Coming Up at Christ episcopal church:

WEDNESDAY, MAY 20: Joy Fellowship Toyota Tour
8:30 a.m. JOY Fellowship will tour the Toyota Texas Experience Center. We hope you car buffs and those who are interested in learning about Toyota’s high quality manufacturing will join us! We’ll have brunch afterwards, at Mi Tierra, downtown in Market Square. The tour is free and brunch will be Dutch treat, with scholarships available. Register with Deborah Kelly.

SUNDAY, MAY 24: Memorial Day Remembrance
10 a.m. in the Parish Hall. On May 24 we will recognize our loved ones who have served in the military and are no longer with us. If you have someone you would like recognize, please provide rank, full name, and branch of service to Karen, karenv@cecsa.org by May 18. If you have submitted names in prior years, you do not need to resubmit. Names are posted on Karen’s door if you want to check for accuracy.

THURSDAY, MAY 28: Thursday Morning Bible Study – “If  I have a Bible, Why Do I need the Apostle’s Creed?”  
10 a.m. in the Gahan room. If Scripture is our foundation, why has the Church, also confessed its faith in the words of the Apostles’ Creed? In this class, Scott Kitayama  and Brien Koehler will explore how these familiar lines are drawn directly from  Scripture and have helped Christians clearly express what they believe across generations. Join us as we take a deeper look at the Creed—reflecting on what it says, why it matters, and how it continues to shape and strengthen our faith today. Runs through June 4.

SUNDAY, MAY 31: Camerata San Antonio Concert
2 p.m. Camerata San Antonio will close out its season with “Visions & Reflections.” The program explores the towering legacy of Beethoven through the works of three composers who navigated his influence in vastly different ways. Tickets at www.cameratasa.org.

SUNDAY, JUNE 7: Healing Eucharist and Holy Unction
5 p.m. Join us for a healing service. This sacred time is set apart for prayer and healing—offering comfort, renewal, and restoration for the mind, body, and spirit. During the service, there will be opportunities for: anointing with oil (Unction), laying on of hands, individual prayer and quiet reflection. 

TUESDAY, JUNE 9: Women’s Fellowship Summer Game Night
In the Parish Hall on the second Tuesday of the summer months: June 9, July 14, August 11. We will set up and enjoy refreshments from  5:30 – 6 p.m. and start play  promptly at 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. We will offer tables of  play Mah Jong and Mexican Train. All levels welcome.  To reserve your spot, please email Karen at karenv@cecsa.org and tell her dates, game, and experience level.  First RSVP is due by June 1.

SUNDAY, JUNE 14: Choral Evensong
5 p.m. The choir will lead a choral evensong at the 5 p.m. service, featuring music by William Smith, E.C. Bairstow, and Healey Willan. A short communion service will follow for those who wish to receive.

JUNE 22 - 25: Vacation Bible School at CEC - REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. There’s No Place Like Rome! Travel with the children’s ministry to Rome, discover Paul and the Underground Church, and explore first century Mediterranean life. For rising Kinder - 5th grade (26-27 school grade), $20/child.  Volunteer and participant registration is open HERE.

AUGUST 7 - 9: Happening #163
7 p.m. Friday - 4 p.m. Sunday at Christ Episcopal Church. Happenings are spiritual renewal weekends for older high school students, led by their peers. Any student in the 10th - 12th grade may attend. Register now at www.dwtx.org/events/happening-162.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 29: Save the Date for the Women’s One Day Retreat
8:30-4 p.m. Save the Date for the WOMEN’S ONE DAY RETREAT at Mission Concepcion. The theme is “Hearts Anchored in Prayer.”  Registration information will be coming out later. Questions? Contact Karen at karenv@cecsa.org

JUNE 11 - 14: Mustang Island Family Camp
Join Father Joe, Becca and family, and Father Justin and Susan at Mustang Island Family Camp - Session 3- June 11-14. Registration opens November 1. Go to https://www.dwtx.org/tags/mustang-island to register and be a part of a wonderful spiritual experience and fellowship opportunity for all ages. Register early - camp does fill up. Don’t miss the best weekend ever!!!

UPDATE OUR ONLINE DIRECTORY
We need everyone to make sure their information in our online directory, Shelby, is correct. The primary on your family account may edit all information and upload new photos. If you need help, or if you need to change who is the primary on your account go to www.cecsa.org/connect-card. Check the box for "member who needs to update information" and add your changes/requests to the comment box at the bottom.

WEEKLY EVENTS:

Every Sunday:

Worship Services 
Services will be held at 7:30 a.m., 9 & 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. in the church. The 9 & 11 a.m. worship services will be streamed for our folks who plan to worship from home. You may access our live stream services on this website on the Live Stream page.

Fellowship Hour
10 a.m. in the Parish Hall . Enjoy coffee and cookies with your CEC friends.

CEC Nursery
8:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Our FMC Nurseries will open in the first floor of the FMC in rooms 104, 105, and 106. Nursery Director Lily Fenton and our trained sitters will be there to greet infants through younger 3-year-olds and their parents. All safety precautions will take place as according to Diocesan and Christ Church policies. Come see our new Toddler and Two’s Pre Atrium in nursery 104. It’s beautiful and an introduction to our Catechesis of the Good Shepherd formation for the older children.

Every Tuesday: 

Morning Prayer
8:30 a.m. in the Veterans Chapel.

Every Wednesday: 

Adult Choir
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Raise your voice in praise to God with our Adult Choir. If you are interested in singing in the choir contact Josh Benninger at joshb@cecsa.org.

Every Thursday:

Praying the Rosary
9 a.m. in the Veterans Chapel. Come pray the Anglican Rosary in our lovely garden each Thursday morning.

Every Friday:

Sort and Set up for Sidewalk Saturday
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. We need extra help to get ready for Saturday mornings. Doing some spring cleaning to get ready for summer? We need your clothes. We are in desperate need of men’s and women’s clothing. Bring to the church on Friday or Saturday mornings.

Every Saturday

HOLY EUCHARIST
8:30 a.m. Christ Church offers a Saturday service with communion on the lawn of the Outreach Pavilion.

SIDEWALK SATURDAY
8:30 - 10:30 a.m. Saturday mornings are the perfect time for families to come serve. All ages are welcome and there is plenty to do for everyone. We are here every Saturday from 8 to 10:30 a.m.