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This Sunday
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March 22nd
The Fourth Sunday of Lent
Gracious Father, whose blessed Son Jesus Christ
came down from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the
world: Evermore give us this bread, that he may live in us, and we in
him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now
and for ever. Amen.
8am: Holy Eucharist
Our early service is unaccompanied by music and usually lasts about 50 minutes. Coffee and fellowship are offered before the service begins in the parish hall, while the sanctuary is available for quiet prayer. Another coffee hour follows the service.
10am: Holy Eucharist
This Eucharistic service is accompanied by our choir of mixed adult voices and organ, or on second Sundays of each month by Soul Purpose, our contemporary band. Nursery care and children's education are available during this service. A festival reception for kids and adults follows the service.
11:30am: Music rehearsals
Following the worship services, our musical groups gather to prepare for the next weeks' offerings.
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Next Week at Christ Church
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March 16th through 21st
Monday
Cornerstone Office Closed
Wednesday
Eucharist & Lunch, 12:05pm, Sanctuary
Evening Prayer, 6pm, Sanctuary
Soup Dinner, 6:15pm, Parish Hall
Lenten Program, 7pm, Sanctuary
Friday
Repack Project, 12noon, EFN (see announcements)
Stations of the Cross, 7pm, Sanctuary
Youth Cafe, 7pm, Youth Room
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Announcements
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Upcoming Events
Breakfast is served this Sunday March
22nd at 9 am: Donations will gladly be accepted for the Women's Retreat
October 23-25, 2009. Please note the date of the Retreat has been
changed because of a conflict with the Diocesan Convention.
Support our Troops mailing will
be this Sunday, March 22nd at 9 am. There is an updated list on the Welcome
table, of items to bring for the troops. Let's start collecting them
soon, so we'll have lots of boxes to mail for Easter. Monetary
donations are also welcome, to help pay for postage.
The Way of the Cross: A Visual Pilgrimage through Fourteen Stations and their Icons. Often called the Stations of the Cross, this is an ancient series of prayers originally practiced by pilgrims on their way to Jerusalem. Worshippers will be seated in the pews while a series of images are projected, to represent each station. The traditional prayers will accompany the images, and music will provide space for reflection and meditation. This worship opportunity is available on Friday evenings at 7pm on March 6, 13, 20, 27, and April 3.
A Lenten Program on Science and Religion
is available on Wednesday evenings in March. Gather at 6pm for Evening
Prayer, followed by a simple supper of soup & bread. The program
begins at 7pm. The series title is, How do we form the things we know? And how are we formed by them? The Rev. Dr. Lucas Mix, a priest in the diocese as well as a scholar of science and
religion, is our presenter. Class topics are: Week 1 (March 4): Religion and Science; Week 2 (March 11): Knowledge and Identity; Week 3 (March 18): Forming Belief; and Week 4 (March 25): A Way Forward? Lucas
will present his personal synthesis in the context of Anglican
Christianity. Then we will open up for discussion among the attendees. Participants
are welcome to come to any or all sessions and will be encouraged to
use their new insights. Join us as we explore the mystery of creation
by opening our hearts to the knowledge and love of God in Jesus Christ.
The Emergency Food Network (EFN) is offering us two opportunities to
help with their Repack Project. Volunteers will pack frozen bulk
product - corn, peas, mixed
vegetables, etc. - into one and two pound family sized bags. These bags
will then be distributed to those in need at Pierce County food banks.
Everything happens at The Emergency Food Network Distribution Center,
3318 92nd St South in Lakewood. Volunteers must be at least 16 years
old. On
Saturday March 21st two shifts are available. Shift one is from 9am to
12pm, and shift two is from 12pm to 3pm. The following week, on Friday
March 27th, volunteers are needed from 12pm to 3pm. Even though this
invitation is extended to CECoP specifically, volunteers should sign up
as individuals. Call 253-584-1040, or eMail Stephanie@efoodnet.org, or sign up online at www.efoodnet.org/volunteer.htm.
General Announcements
March is 'hot & cold cereal month' for the Food Bank. Thank you for your generosity!
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Mark Your Calendar!
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These are events a bit farther off. Mark your calendars now, and if you have any questions in advance, contact the office. New entries are in bold.
- April 5th: Palm Sunday, 8 and 10am
- April 8th: Tenebrae, 7pm
- April 9th: Maundy Thursday, 7pm
- April 10th: Good Friday, 12pm, 4pm, and 7pm
- April 11th: Easter Vigil, 8pm
- April 12th: Easter Morning, 8 and 10am
- April 18th: EFN Repack Project, 9am-12 or 12-3pm
- May 9th: Mother Earth Farms Volunteer Day
- May 16th: EFN Repack Project, 9am-12 or 12-3pm
- August 1st: Mother Earth Farms Volunteer Day
- Early October: Pierce Co. Hunger Walk
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A Celebration of the Life and Ministry of Charlotte Orazem
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Saturday, April 4th, 3:30pm
Those who knew and loved Charlotte will know that there is much to remember and celebrate. All are invited to the memorial festivities and to the reception following.
Into thy hands, O Lord, we commend thy servant Charlotte, our dear sister, as into the hands of a faithful Creator and most merciful Savior.
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Cross Walk
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Join in the Annual Good Friday Ecumenical Walk
In times of economic difficulty, we sometimes want to fold in on ourselves and protect our spiritual, emotional and material resources. Join us as we reflect upon Christ's suffering and how he invites us by his example to maintain our sense of justice and charity even when our own security and survival feels threatened.
We will meet at 4:00 PM on Friday, April 10 in the parking lot at the corner of Pioneer and 3rd St. SW. We will walk to First Presbyterian Church, Peace Lutheran Church and conclude at All Saints Catholic Church.
Betsey Beckman will proclaim the Gospel through word and movement and speakers will help us to reflect along the way. For more information call Bobbie Beaudreau at 253 845 0688.
Participating church communities: Christ Episcopal, Peace Lutheran, First Presbyterian and All Saints Catholic Church.
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Questions? Comments? More Information?
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