11 June 2010
The eClarion
A Weekly Publication of
Christ Episcopal Church of Puyallup
This Sunday

June 13th
The 3rd Sunday after Pentecost
(Proper 6)

Keep, O Lord, your household the Church in your steadfast faith and love, that through your grace we may proclaim your truth with boldness, and minister your justice with compassion; for the sake of our Savior Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

1 Kings 21:1-21a
Psalm 5:1-8
Galatians 2:15-21
Luke 7:36-8:3

8am: Holy EucharistOur 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
Our late morning service is accompanied during the summer  by organ music and congregational singing, along with an informal Taize singing group that offers chant during Communion and rehearses briefly following the service. Nursery care is available for our youngest members and guests. A festive coffee hour for children and adults follows the Eucharist.



Next Week at Christ Church

June 14th through 19th

Monday
Cornerstone Office Closed
Wednesday
Eucharist & Lunch, 12:05pm, Parish Hall & Sanctuary
Thursday
Men's Group, 7pm, Trackside Pizza
Saturday
Parish Bike Ride, 8am, Meeker Trailhead (Foothills Trail)



For a look at our full calendar, and to see dates further in the future, check out our online calendar.
Announcements

 
Upcoming Events

Men's Group meets: Thursday, June 17th at 7 pm at Trackside Pizza in downtown Puyallup. All men are welcome!

 

Knitting Ministry meets: Monday, June 21st at 6 pm at the Argus Manor, in the recreation building. The address is 204 9th Ave. SE., Puyallup. This is the complex right after the Regency Retirement Home, catty corner from Cattin's Restaurant. You must now park on the street, there is no parking inside the complex. We look forward to seeing members as well as anyone else wishing to join us in this ministry.

 

Youth Canoe Trip:There will be a youth canoe/ kayak trip on Lake Washington on Saturday 26 June. All ages are invited. Food will be served and canoes will be provided. We will also be needing chaperones to help drive to the lake and help paddle. Please contact Daren Mealer at daren.mealer@gmail.com or Fr. Ben if you are interested. Throughout the summer and early fall we will also be planning other fun events, so stay tuned!


 

Please check the 'Mark Your Calendars!' section for more upcoming events, or see our online calendar.

General Announcements


"A Report of Mission and Resources '09 of The Episcopal Church," focusing on the mission and programs of the Church Center, is now available online at:  http://episcopalchurch.org/annualreport2009.htm The online Annual Report details the work accomplished through the Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society (DFMS) budget throughout 2009. The Annual Report is introduced by Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori and divided into three main areas: Organizational Updates, Financial Reports, and Multimedia.



At last Sunday's Altar Party Training, several handouts were available: instruction on ringing the Sanctus Bell, Helps for bidding the Psalm, and a step-by-step guide to serving at the altar. These are all available in the altar area for Sunday use. If you would like an electronic copy of any of those handouts, simply respond to this email with your request. Likewise, any feedback on making them better would be appreciated.

June is 'Juice, Bottled Water, and Healthy Snacks Month' at the Food Bank
. Thank you for your generosity!


Mark Your Calendars!

Looking Ahead...

These events are a bit further off, but you may want to mark your calendars now, so you can plan on being there! New entries appear in bold type. And of course, you can look even farther ahead using our online calendar.


  • 2nd Summer Book Study Series, July 11, 18, 25
  • Parish Picnic, July 11th, 10am

Questions? Comments? More Information?
 
phone: 253-848-2323
e-mail: office@episcopallup.com
website: www.episcopallup.com




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