Announcements

Coming Up at Christ episcopal church:

Small Groups - Being Known by God and Others
CEC is launching a small groups ministry this fall and we need YOU to sign up today! Groups are being formed based on information supplied by participants. Click here to sign up for this new ministry.

Parish Art Show Notice of Intent is due
We invite parishioners of all ages  to share their God given creative gift. We are accepting original artwork of all forms – painting, sculpture, needlework, photography woodworking and more. There is no theme, no judging, no selling. Limit one piece per artist. A Notice of Intent to enter artwork is needed to plan the show. Notices are at the back of the church or church office. For questions contact Karen at karenv@cecsa.org. The show, Creative Expressions of God’s People will run from August 6 to September 7.

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.

THURSDAY, JUNE 11: 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? 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. 

THURSDAY, JUNE 11: Popsicles in the Park
10 a.m. at Northridge Park. Enjoy a summer morning with church friends, invite your neighbor or your child’s preschool buddies, and take a break from the summer “routine.” No agenda, no classes, just friends and fun.

SUNDAY, JUNE 14: Farewell Celebration for Elizabeth, John, and Avery 
Sunday, June 14 will be the last day for our Kitchen Manager Elizabeth Martinez, Director of Youth Ministry Avery Moran, and the Rev. John Badders. We will recognize their service to Christ Church at the 9 & 11 a.m. services and will hold a celebration for them at 10 a.m. between the services. You are encouraged to write a note of thanks to each of them for their dedication to our parish. Please plan to attend this special Sunday.

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.

SUNDAY, JUNE 28: Sharing the Gospel in the Middle East
10 a.m. in the Parish Hall. Fr. Jerry and Stacy Kramer, missionaries providing relief and the Gospel to the least and most needy of God’s people in the Middle East, will be speaking at Christ Church between services on Sunday, June 28.  More than twenty-five years have passed since Fr. Jerry and Stacy Kramer heard the call of God to move out of comfort into the mission of the Kingdom of God. They left behind lives of comfort and security, trading the things of this world for an unknown future that is formed by the question from God (Isaiah 6): “Whom shall I send, who will go for us?” Join us for this opportunity to hear news and testimony of the Gospel.

SUNDAY, JULY 5: 4th of July BBQ Lunch & Pie Auction
12:15 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Following the 11 a.m. service we will gather in the Parish Hall for our annual Independence Day celebration lunch. We will auction off patriotic pies. Lunch is $5/plate - please RSVP HERE for lunch so we make enough food.

SUNDAY, JULY 5: Healing Service Marking the Hill Country Flood Anniversary
5 p.m. At our monthly healing and communion service we will mark the one-year anniversary of the deadly flooding in the Hill Country and honor those from our community who were lost as we mourn with those who are still grieving. Join us for this sacred time set apart for prayer and healing. During the service, there will be opportunities for: anointing with oil (Unction), laying on of hands, individual prayer and quiet reflection. 

TUESDAY, JULY 14: Women’s Fellowship Summer Game Night
5:30 - 8 p.m. 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. RSVP by July 6.

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

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.