|
|
|
May 2, 2013
News from the Shared Ministry
of Christ Church Portsmouth & Trinity Church Hampton
In the Episcopal Diocese of NH
|
|
|
|
Spread the word! Forward this email to your friends and invite them to sign up.
E-News Archives |
Worship Services
The Rev. David "Chip" Robinson
Vicar
All people of faith are welcome to receive Holy Communion at the Lord's Table
Christ Episcopal Church
1035 Lafayette Road
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Rite II at 10:30 am
Coffee Hour follows
200 High St.
Hampton, NH 03842
Rite II at 8:45 am
Coffee Hour after the service |
|
Jean Shula
603-740-0036
jeanshu@comcast.net
Linda McVay
603-430-9888 (home) 603-988-9755 (cell) lprebl@comcast.net |
Support our Parishioners Support the businesses of self-employed small business owners who are also active members of Trinity and Christ Church
updated: 3/29/12
|
|
Episcopal Churches on the Seacoast
Seacoast Convocation
|
|
Ministry Schedule
Christ Church
|
|
Spring Cleaning
"Time for some Spring cleaning. I take up the authority God has given me to cast out the things that clutter my spiritual home, I take hold of prayer like a great broom, and I start to sweep clean the corners of my soul. Out with the small jealousies and petty angers, out with self serving pity or righteousness, out with resignation and avoidance, out with excuses and emptiness. Open go the windows to the Spirit as the fresh wind of faith fills the house. Let the dust of the past fly, let the sunlight of hope beckon the new season of my bright tomorrow!"
The Rt. Rev. Steven Charleston, Choctaw
|
|
|
From the Vicar...
Let us love one another and show the world a different way
It has been an extraordinarily difficult couple of weeks in our country. It began with the bombing at the Boston Marathon on May 15th, which led to three deaths and, now we hear, some 264 injuries. Still reeling from the news of that incident, we learned of the terrible explosion in West, Texas, where 14 bodies have been recovered and 60 people are still listed as missing. That was followed by the that Friday's play-by-play of the death of one and arrest of the other of the brothers accused of planting the bombs in Boston.
It seems as though the presence of violence is multiplying in our world, and as horrifying as this past month has been, the frightening reality is that the United States is a relatively peaceful country, compared with other countries where these sorts of violent incidents seem almost commonplace. Witness Iraq, where sectarian violence kills dozens every single day, it seems.
For many of us, the most difficult-to-understand aspect of these incidents is that someone willfully would choose to make them happen. When those bombs were put in place at the Boston Marathon, the bombers knew that it would be possible for an 8-year-old boy to lose his life; that it would be possible for scores of passers-by to suffer life-changing injuries. I don't understand it - and I'm sure you don't either. It's seemingly beyond comprehension that there are those in our world who are willing to take actions that cause injury, death, and untold suffering to others.
In an increasingly violent world, Christ calls us to a life that is a radically different way of living. We are called by the Gospel to do as Jesus has done. Among the implications are these:
- We are not to place our needs above those of our neighbors (be they near or far).
- We are to love with the same sacrificial love that Jesus has for us.
- We are to live in such a way that people notice our extraordinary love.
- We are to love in ways that draw outsiders in - so that by our love, to quote last week's Gospel, "everyone will know that you are my disciples..."
Sadly, we live in a world where people are free to act with evil intent, and lamentably, it seems that there will always be some who choose to do so. However, in the face of this, Christians do not hide behind the safety of thick walls and locked doors. Instead, we live defiantly in this world with a spirit of love. We continue to seek the good of our neighbor; we continue to reach out in love to the unlovable; and in doing so we make Christ known. Love is the gift that has been given to us, and love is the gift that we share. Loved by God, let us love one another, and show the world a different way.
- Fr. Chip
Ascension Day Eucharist
Trinity Church, Hampton
Thursday, May 9 at 7 p.m.
Ascension Day stands alongside Christmas, Easter and Pentecost as one of the four "Major Feasts of Our Lord." Following the chronology outlined in the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles, it commemorates our Lord's Ascension to the Father on the fortieth day after the Resurrection.
We will offer a joint celebration of the Holy Eucharist in honor of this occasion on Thursday, May 9. The 7:00 p.m. service will be held at Trinity Church.
As with Ash Wednesday and the Holy Week Triduum, it is the Church's expectation that all baptized Christians will make the effort to be in attendance. I encourage you to come - you will find it an uplifting (sorry for the pun, it's not entirely unintentional...) experience.
- Fr. Chip
Let's wear red for Pentecost!
On the Day of Pentecost, Sunday, May 19, we will continue our custom of wearing red as a small sign that the Holy Spirit lives within each of us. Our services in both churches that day will feature some powerful Pentecost hymns - including some from more contemporary sources - and a multi-lingual reading of the Pentecost Gospel. (Do you know another language? Let me know so you can help out with this!) I'll be adorned in bright red vestments, the altar will be decked in red as well - why don't we all wear red to make the scene a "sea" of Pentecost color!
- Fr. Chip
There's still time to join the 17th Annual Seacoast AIDS Walk
The 17th annual Seacoast AIDS Walk is coming up this Sunday, May 5, stepping off from Portsmouth City Hall at 2 pm. To register, follow this link: http://arswalk.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=1067945
The Walk goes on rain or shine. Assembly area is at Portsmouth City Hall, 7 Junkins Ave, Portsmouth. There is ample public parking around City Hall, watch for signs.
If you still have questions, please email walk@aidsresponse.org or visit the above website. Note, too, that volunteers are needed before and after the event. There's a place on the website to register as a volunteer. -Fr. Chip
Early bulletin deadline at Christ Church
Due to our new office arrangement, all materials for the Christ Church Sunday bulletin now need to be in the office by no later than the close of business Tuesday. Please e-mail your announcements to admin@trinityhampton.org or vicarchip@gmail.com(or both!). |
|
Events, Meetings & Announcements
Christ Church Plant and Bake Sale
 Saturday - May 11th 9 to 2
If you know the difference between a plant and a weed, we need your help and your plants!! Unsure of what's growing in your garden - ask one of our knowledgeable gardeners - Paula Kidder, Tena Wolf, Jim Sparrell, Rickie Marden or Kris Ebbeson.
We need perennials - are you dividing some? Would you share some with us? Hosta. Black-eyed Susan, Lupine, Jacobs Ladder, Day Lilies, Lavender , Lemon Grass, Hollyhock, Bleeding Heart... to name a few.
We'd gladly accept your extra Herbs as well - any that you can divide and care to share! Please remember - no endangered plants!
 Moms love pies, cakes, cookies, and other sweet treats so bring in some lovely items for our Mother's Day Bake Sale! Perhaps she likes coffee cake or muffins for breakfast in bed? Or chocolate cake or fruit pie for that special lunch or dinner? Or a lovely bag of cookies? Bring your contributions to church by Saturday morning so we can begin selling as soon as we open!
-
May 18th - Spaghetti Dinner- a community dinner. HELP WANTED!!!
The sign up sheet can be found in the Narthex at Trinity or you can call me to let me know how you can help with this fundraiser. 603-734-2394 Patrice - Annual June YARD SALE - to be organized by Cathy Wahl...details to follow!
New Hampshire Fisher Cats Vs Portland Sea Dogs
at Manchester  NO-it's not another FUNdraiser... it's JUST FOR THE FUN OF IT!!!
Gary Dozier will drive the Holy Roller bus- leaving Portsmouth at 5:45. Don't want to take the bus??? No problem, we will also car-pool!
We had a lot of fun last year so let's see if we can top our 35 fans of 2012. 20 tickets have been donated for our use and JR is working on recruiting some young-uns from the area youth groups to join us!! Tickets are only $7.00 each - what a deal!
When: Saturday, June 29, 2013 at 7:30 pm
Where: At Delta Dental Field, Manchester, NH
Sign-up sheets are at both Trinity and Christ Churches - Lets have some fun!
2013 SPCA Paws Walk
 J
oin the Christ Church team on June 9, 2013 for the SPCA Paws walk. If you and your pet(s) are interested in being part of the team, please see John Wolf. You can also learn more at
Yoga at Hobbs House
A local yoga instructor has offered to give yoga classes that welcomes all levels, ages, and abilities. Although there will be no charge for this class, the instructor has indicated that he will have a 'free-will' collection that he will donate to Trinity Church.
Before this can happen, we need to know if there is interest. The classes will be open to all with the day & times will be worked out based on the information you provide. If interested, please sign-up on the sheet in the narthex or e-mail Nita (admin@trinityhampton.org). Let her know what works best for you -weekday morning or evenings and your contact information. If there is enough interest, the day and time will be announced. Keep watching for information to be posted! |
Raffle Calendar Joint FUNdraiser!
This week's winners are...
4/25 401 Tavern Gift Cards Patricia Adams
4/26 Photo Gift Cards Carol Haley
4/27 Beach Pea Bakery Gift Certificate Betty Lane
4/28 Market Basket Gift Card Rob Martin
4/29 99 Restaurant Gift Card Carrie Nickerson
4/30 One Dozen Nature Gift / Note Card and Handcrafted Bird House Shirley Phillips
Our Thanks to all who donated and to those who sold calendars for making this a very easy and successful 'FUNdraiser'.
Lynda Swartz and Patrice Wood
|
Children and Youth Programs
Gospel for Kids
During the Gospel for Kids we will be looking at how we sometimes reject Jesus from our lives and do things that do not please him. We will look at how when people rejected him in his hometown. We will work on ways that we may welcome him into our lives.
Youth Database
If you have a youth between preschool and High School please consider sending J.R. Bridle your e-mail address, so that he can add you to the youth e-mail list, and get you the most up to date information the fastest.
JR Bridle
j_bridle@hotmail.com
.
Sunday Schedule
1st & 3rd Sundays
- At Christ Church: Godly Play (10:30 am)
- At Trinity: Gospel Lessons for Kids (8:45 am)
2nd & 4th Sundays
- At Christ Church: Gospel Lessions for Kids (10:30 am)
-
Gospel for Kids
Coordinators
Cindy Taylor (Christ Church Godly Play)
J. R. Bridle (Trinity & Christ Church Sunday School & Youth) | |
Volunteers Needed: J. R. needs a volunteer to help out at each church to run the Gospel for Kids programs. This commitment is for two Sundays. If I could get six volunteers that would mean every volunteer would miss TWO Sundays the whole year to offer our expanded Sunday school offerings.
|
 | | Alexis Zaricki, Music Director |
Music
Sunday Choir Rehearsals
- Trinity: 8:00 am - 8:30 am
- Christ Church: After the 10:30 am service
|
|
Church Ministries
If your ministry is missing from this list please send an email to porthamp@gmail.com
- Saturdays: Food Pantry at Hobbs House Trinity. 10:00 am - noon (Sandi Nickerson & Gordon Lane)
- Sundays: The Christ Church "Holy Roller" Bus (Chuck Ott)
- 1st Saturday of the month: Portsmouth Salvation Army Suppers, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm (Jean Wadman)
- 2nd & 4th Mondays of the month: St. Vincent Soup Kitchen, Hampton (Ginny Bridle-Russell & Phoebe Bischoff)
- 1st Sundays of the month: Pastoral Visit to the Oceanside Rehabilitation Center, Hampton (Bob Main & Belinda Wilkes)
- The Canister Ministry at Trinity. Have you ever walked out of Trinity Church, and noticed those random boxes by the exit? Were you curious to what that ministry was all about? Well there are actually several ministries being offered in a one drop stop. Learn more
Hobbs House at Trinity Church
Providing transportation assistance to eligible seniors and others with medical mobility issues. Currently serving the NH seacoast communities of Exeter, Greenland, Hampton, Hampton Falls, Kensington, North Hampton, Rye, Stratham and Seabrook.
Contact: 603-926-9026
Contact Amanda or Aidan for clothing donation drop off or clothing needs 603.918.6816 or email dress4schoolsuccess@comcast.net. All requests are confidential. |
|
|
Content Submission Guidelines
The Shared Ministry E-News is an electronic newsletter for members of Trinity Episcopal Church, Hampton and Christ Episcopal Church, Portsmouth. It is published weekly on Thursdays. We welcome submissions that have a connection to the ministry of these churches. Inclusion of submissions is at the discretion of Reverend Robinson.
Please email submissions to porthamp@gmail.com or mail to the office at Trinity Church, 200 High St, Hampton, NH 03842 or Christ Church, 1035 Lafayette Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801. Entries should follow the Submission Guidelines.
NOTE: The deadline to send a submission is Wednesday at noon.
|
|
|
|
|
Contacts
Christ Episcopal Church, 1035 Lafayette Road, Portsmouth, NH 03801
phone: 603-436-8842 email: christportsnh@comcast.netTuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00-Noon
Trinity Episcopal Church, 200 High Street, Hampton, NH 03842
Shared Ministry Administrator: Nita Niemczyk phone: 603-926-5688 |
|
|
|
|
