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FRIDAY, APRIL 26
SATURDAY, APRIL 27
9 am Anti-Violence Task Force (B-213)
1:30 pm Flower Arranging Workshop (U)
5:30 pm HE
8:30 pm AA (LL-B017)
SUNDAY, APRIL 28
8, 9 & 11:15 am HE
10:10 am Sunday School
10:10 am Adult Forum - The Mind of a Champion: Achieving Success in Sports, Business and Life
1 pm CROP Walk (Begins at GP Memorial Church)
4:30 pm Concert - An Afternoon at the Opera (N)
MONDAY, APRIL 29
6:30 pm Cursillo (FR)
6:45 pm Relay for Life Meeting (B-217)
7 pm ARTS (BL)
TUESDAY, APRIL 30
10:30 am Stitch in Time Open House (U)
12:30 pm Mah Jong (B213)
7 pm Parish Gatherings (B213)
WEDNESDAY, MAY 1
9:30 am Staff Meeting (B-213)
11:30 am Chair Yoga (U)
2 pm Creating Confident Caregivers (U)
7:30 pm Chorale (N)
8 pm AA (LL-B017)
THURSDAY, MAY 2
10:30 am HS Pizza Lunch (LL)
6 pm Co-op Nursery Ice-Cream Social (LL)
6:30 pm DA Meeting (B-216)
FRIDAY, MAY 3
SATURDAY, MAY 4
9 am-4:15 pm Diocesan Ministry Fair (Cathedral Church of St. Paul & Diocesan Center)
9 am Anti-Violence Task Force (B-213)
5:30 pm Holy Eucharist (N)
8:30 pm AA (LL-B017)
SUNDAY, MAY 5
8 am-3 pm Crossroads Soup Kitchen
8, 9 & 11:15 am HE (N)
10:10 am Sunday School
10:10 am Adult Forum - Why Do Kids Kill? (U)
4:30 pm Evensong (N)
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Assisting at Services
If you are scheduled to serve this weekend, please arrive no less than 15 minutes prior to the service start time.
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PREACHER: All services - The Rev. Robert Alltop ALTAR GUILD: 5:30 pm - Karen Davenport; 8 am - Mary Bamford, Nancy Ross; 9 am - Cathy Dawson, Wendy Niven, Margaret Woodford; 11:15 am - Edie Jacques, Emily Tennyson EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS: 5:30 pm - Mary Holmes; 8 am - Dick Beadle; 9 am - Ed White, Ted Hagan, Michael DeFillipi; 11:15 am - Margaret Torp, Allan Torp, Michael Flores LECTOR: 9 am - Ray Graves; 11:15 am - John Snyder PRAYERS: 9 am -Karyn Weir; 11:15 am - John Snyder ACOLYTES: 9 am -Graham Ryan, Max Stallings, Reed Boeckler; 11:15 am - April Minetola, Kurt Huebner, David Gilbert VERGER: 9 am - Ted Hagan; 11:15 am - Peter Huebner GREETERS: 9 am - Kitty and Joe Swickard, Lorraine Phelan and Steve Fehniger; 11:15 am - John Snyder and Lois Bendler; Colin and Jacqui Wilkinson USHERS: 9 am - Mark Lorenger, Sue Lorenger, David Yates, Skip Gibson; 11:15 am - David Cameron, Mark Higbie FLOWERS: Ann Hoag, Candy Sweeny, and Richard Thomas.
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Vestry Mailbox
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Memorials
A great way to give thanks for our loved ones is to make an altar flower contribution in their name. The suggested contribution is $60. Contact Maryann to schedule a memorial. |
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Caring for Community
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Click here to pledge your financial support in 2013?
If you have questions about your pledge, contact Peggy Karson.
Read the Stewardship Brochure
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at Christ Church
Click here to learn more about Grosse Pointe's premier preschool at Christ Church.
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Staff Listing
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Director, Spirituality Center
The Rev. Dr. Joe Healey
Priest Associate
Director of Communications
Parish Secretary
Director of Facilities
Pat Gordon
Director of Music & Organist
Jeff Rayla
Sexton
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Room Reservations
Room usage for events or meetings at the church requires submission of a green sheet to Maryann DeAngelo in advance. Your cooperation helps to avoid double bookings and allows our facilities staff to prepare rooms as needed. |
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Phone service was restored before 4 pm yesterday. The new phone system is installed and working.
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Weekend Review
Worship Schedule
Saturday at 5:30 pm; Sunday at 8, 9 and 11:15 am
The Rev. Bob Alltop preaching at all services
Scripture Lessons
Acts 11:1-8; Psalm 148;
Revelation 21:1-6; John 13:31-35
Saturday, April 27 
1-4:30 pm - Floral Arranging Workshop
Richard Thomas and Candy Sweeny lead a free workshop on the basic principles of floral design for beginners and seasoned arrangers alike. To register, email Candy.
Sunday, April 28
10:10-11 am - Adult Forum
The Mind of a Champion: Achieving Success
in Sports, Business and Life
 Bill Matthews addresses the Adult Forum on the mental habits necessary for success. Bill has had a 20-year career as a practicing psycho-therapist and has extensive experience as a leader in areas of residential treatment programs for adults and children, child welfare programs, and many other areas in his field. In addition to his clinical work, Bill is a parent-trainer and content developer for Play Like a Champion Today (PLC), an educational series of programs for young athletes, parents, coaches, administrators and officials, developed by the Center for Educational Initiatives at the University of Notre Dame. PLC is an initiative focused on promoting a positive sports culture for all young people.
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Registration begins at 12:30 pm at GP Memorial Church.
Walk anytime between 1 and 3 pm
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1-3 pm - CROP Walk
Join the team to end hunger
one step at a time!
We're looking for at least 30 walkers to join Team CCGP for the 34th annual Grosse Pointe-area CROP Walk. We're hoping to raise $2,000, most of which will benefit Crossroads East and Cass Community Social Services. Walk 1, 3 or 5 miles at your own pace. Strollers, wagons, hats, and sunscreen are all welcome! Pick up a registration form in the Communications Center and meet at Grosse Pointe Memorial Church at 12:30 pm.
Want to help but can't do the walk today? Add a generous donation to the Loose Plate Offering which will be directed to CROP Walk. More information in the Undercroft. See CCGP CROP Walk Coordinator Ann Yeamans if you have additional questions.
 4:30 pm - An Afternoon at the Opera
Back by popular demand! Enjoy an afternoon of opera arias and scenes performed in concert by the professional singers of the Christ Church Choirs. Freewill offering.
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A-Stitch-in-Time Open House 
Tuesday, April 30, 10:30 am-1 pm
In an effort to build membership, our A-Stitch-in-Time group hosts the second of two Open Houses for parishioners and community members to experience the joy of creating handmade items for outreach to the poor and needy. (They had one new member attend the first open house.) Participants choose the time that works best for them. All skill levels are welcome, and the group is happy to offer instruction to those who would like to learn. Invite a friend to join you.
P.S. Check out the article about Stitch in Time in yesterday's issue of the Grosse Pointe News.
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Adult Forums
May 5, Why Do Kids Kill?
Despite massive media coverage, we know little about what drives young people to commit horrific acts of school violence. Peer harassment and social ostracism have been cast as triggers, but is there really evidence to support this? How can we identify early signs of possible violence and offer preventative measures? Lisa M. MacLean, M.D., assistant dean, Student Affairs and Career Development, Wayne State School of Medicine, and a member of Christ Church, offers possible answers to these questions.
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2012-13 Music Season at Christ Church
Evensong
Sundays at 4:30 pm May 5 (Choir of Men and Boys) May 12 (Girl Choristers) Feast of the AscensionThursday, May 9, 7 pmSolemn Holy Eucharist celebrating the Ascension of our Jesus to heaven. The Choir of Men and Boys sing.
The Royal Handel
Sunday, May 19, 2013, 4:30 pm
Christ Church Chorale, Schola, and Orchestra
Coronation Anthems HWV 258-261, My song shall be always, HWV 252, and selections from Water Music.
Tickets: $20
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Pastoral Care
Creating Confident Caregivers
Wednesdays, April 17-May 22, 2-4 pm
Christ Church hosts this free six-week program for family caregivers of persons with dementia/memory loss. Provides information, skills and attitudes to manage stress and increase one's effectiveness. Brochures are available at the reception desk. Call 248.996.1053 to register for the program.
Daughters of the KingAll women of the church are welcome to attend the Daughters of the King (DOK) meeting on Monday, May 6 at 6:30 pm in Miller Hall. The group meets for discussion and prayer for those in our church, our communities, and the world. If you cannot make it, but would like a special prayer said, contact Lorraine Phelan.
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 Crossroads Soup Kitchen
Sunday, May 5, 8:30 am to 3 pm
Be the hands and feet of God in a most rewarding way. Get involved with this ministry to the homeless and hungry. Christ Church prepares and serves food to the more than 900 clients three times a year. Our next visit is Sunday, May 5, 8:30 am to 3 pm. Our Middle and High School youth will be a part of the team serving at Crossroads that day. To join them, contact Ted Hagan.
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Child and Family Ministries
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Overseeing Child & Family Ministries
A couple of weeks ago we announced that Sarah Wheeler resigned her position as Director of Child & Family Ministry. Sarah continues to oversee Sunday School on a volunteer basis through Pentecost Sunday, May 19. Vestry Liaison Tracey Torosian will oversee the Child & Family Ministries program until further notice. She will function as the go-to person for all Child & Family Ministries programs. If you have any concerns or questions, email Tracey here or call her at 313.605.7828.
Holy Communion Education
The Holy Communion class is meeting in room B-217 each Sunday through May 12, 10 am-11 am. Students participating in the Holy Communion course will receive communion on Sunday, May 19 during the 10 am service. For those attending the 9 am service, please have your Communion class kids leave the service at 9:50 am. Have them to go the pews to the right of the pulpit, where they leave to go to Children's Chapel. Look for the teacher with the orange balloon sign. Contact Tracey Torosian if you have any questions.
Baptism
Baptisms will be celebrated on Saturday, May 18 and Pentecost Sunday, May 19 (also Fr. Drew's first Sunday with us). If you are interested in baptism for you or your child, contact the church office as soon as possible.
Mothe rs of Preschoolers meets Monday, May 6, 9:15-11:15 am in the Undercroft for support and fellowship to moms with children ages birth through kindergarten. Childcare is provided. Contact Tamara Wilson for more information.
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Mark Your Calendar
A Celebration of New Ministry The Rev. Andrew K. Van Culin will be installed as our new rector on Tuesday, May 14 at 7 pm. Childcare is provided. A reception follows. All are welcome to attend. Fr. Drew's first Sunday with us will be Pentecost Sunday, May 19. |
 Pentecost Celebration
In celebration of Pentecost Sunday, May 19, we will gather on the front lawn after the 10 am service for fellowship and to taste some of the best homemade strawberry shortcake around. Remember to wear red!
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Foyer Group Kick Off
 Wine & Cheese Party
Thursday, May 23
6:30-8 pmThose who signed up for a Foyer Group or would like to join one are invited to an informal party in the Undercroft to kick off the new groups beginning in June. Foyer Groups are made up of about eight parishioners who meet once a month to share a simple meal and relaxed conversation in the homes of fellow parishioners. For more information, contact Foyer Group coordinators Mary and Mike Bamford.
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Task Force Against Gun Violence
in America
Much of the news surrounding death by guns in America focuses on homicides. Yet, firearms were used in 19,392 suicides in 2010, constituting almost 62% of all gun deaths. Over 50% of all suicides are committed with a firearm. The risk of suicide increases in homes where guns are kept loaded and/or unlocked. If you have a gun at home, be a responsible gun owner; use a gun lock and store the gun in a locked safe. The Task Force meets Saturdays at 9 am in B-213.
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Adopt-a-Garden
We're looking for parishioners who will maintain a church garden bed for the growing season (April-November). Responsibilities include weeding, deadheading flowers, picking up litter or trimming dead or broken branches at least once a month during the season. Sign-up sheets and the garden map are in the lobby. Specific instructions and training if desired provided after sign up. If you have questions, please contact George Sutton or Candy Sweeny.
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Deadline
Wednesday, May 1
News articles or event information for the summer issue of Crossings are due on Wednesday, May 1. Submit your news to JoAnn Amicangelo.
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Stewardship Shout Out
The Stewardship Committee celebrates the many ways we show our love of God and others through the ministries of Christ Church.
This week we acknowledge the great work of the parents leading our Holy Communion Education Class. These parents quickly stepped in as a result of the leadership transition in children's ministries and Holy Communion education is underway. Many thanks to the organizers and teachers - Libby Irby, Kim Standish, Tracey Torosian and Elaine Yates. The children are learning about aspects of worship to help prepare them to celebrate Holy Communion with their fellow parishioners. The class will bake bread to share with the congregation and will join them in Holy Communion on Pentecost Sunday.
They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. Acts 2:42
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 Relay for Life is Coming Soon!
The annual Relay for Life to raise money for cancer research is slated for May 11-12 and we need volunteers to help make it a success. We need: Walkers (as little as half an hour) who raise pledges to support their participation (register here), Food Handlers, and People to set up and take down. Whatever you can do will be much appreciated. Sign-up sheets are in the Communications Center. For more information, contact Helen Santiz. |
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Diocesan Ministry Fair
Saturday, May 4, 9 am - 4:15 pm
12th Annual Ministry Fair will be held at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul and Diocesan Center, Detroit. $15/person, $24/person with lunch. Download the workshop booklet from the Diocesan website.
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Chair Yoga Class
Wednesdays, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Men and women of all skill levels are invited to attend this class lead by certified yoga instructor Heidi Jumisco in the Undercroft. $5 per class.
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The Cloister BookShop
The Cloister BookShop is open Sundays between services or you can shop online. Sign up for The Bookshop Newsletter featuring suggested reading, recommended music and special items & offers available through The Cloister Bookshop.
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Vestry Liaisons to Ministry Areas
The Vestry Liaisons to specific ministry areas are ready to help you develop your ministry plans and events. Please keep them included in all ministry-related communications.
Christian Formation (Youth-Middle School & High School, Adults, Spirituality Center, Sweeny Lectures) - Nancy Osborn
Christian Formation (Child & Family Ministires, MOPS, Cloister Book Shop, Guild of the Christ Child) - Tracey Torosian
Liturgy & Worship - Melody Huffer, and John Snyder
Outreach - Ed White and Fred DeHaven
Parish Life & Evangelism - Kit Tennyson and Joe Swickard
Parish Resources - Mary Trost
Pastoral Care - Pat Wenzel
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