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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 HE (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)
MONDAY, MAY 6
9 am MOPS (U)
6 pm Conservation Trust (BL)
6:30 pm Cursillo (FR)
6:30 pm DOK (MH)
7 pm New Member Committee (B-213)
7 pm Outreach Committee (B-217)
7 pm ARTS (BL)
TUESDAY, MAY 7
10:30 am A-Stitch-in-Time (U)
12:30 pm Mah Jong (B-213)
WEDNESDAY, MAY 8
9:30 am Staff Meeting (B-213)
11:30 am Chair Yoga (U)
2 pm Creating Confident Caregivers (U)
6 pm Adult Christian Formation (B-213)
7:30 pm Chorale (N)
8 pm AA (LL-B017)
THURSDAY, MAY 9
10:30 am HS Pizza Lunch (LL)
6 pm Co-op Nursery Ice-Cream Social (LL)
6:30 pm DA Meeting (B-216)
7 pm Feast of the Ascension Solemn Holy Eucharist (N)
FRIDAY, MAY 10
SATURDAY, MAY 11 (Relay for Life)
9 am Anti-Violence Task Force (B-213)
9:30 am Antiques Show Comm. (U)
10 am Archives Task Force (LL)
5:30 pm HE (N)
8:30 pm AA (LL-B017)
SUNDAY, MAY 12 (Relay for Life)
8 & 9, 11:15 am HE (N) 10:10 am Sunday School
4:30 pm Evensong (N)
5:30 pm New Member Welcome Reception (U)
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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. Canon Lisa Tucker-Gray ALTAR GUILD: 5:30 pm - Sally Wheeler; 8 am- Nancy Nicholson, Nancy Ross; 9 am - Sue Chaklos, Sue Harper, Margaret Woodford; 11:15 am - Edie Jacques, Kim McNulty. EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS: 5:30 pm - Jeannie Davis; 8 am - Christine Watt; 9 am - Miranda Ferrara, Heather Albrecht, Deb Miller; 11:15 am - Peggy Woodhouse, Margaret Torp, Allan Torp. LECTOR: 9 am - Joelle Reich; 11:15 am - Bruce Birgbauer; 4:30 pm - Clune Walsh PRAYERS: 9 am - Allison Blaine; 11:15 am - Lynda Altovilla; 4:30 pm - Clune Walsh ACOLYTES: 9 am - Nate Gaggin, Katie Trost, Joelle Reich; 11:15 am - Gerard Vallee-Smith, Christian Vallee-Smith, Reed Boeckler 4:30 pm - Robert Whitaker VERGER: 9 am - Tim Bledsoe; 11:15 am - David Gerdis GREETERS: 9 am - Emily and Kit Tennyson; Peggy and Dick Beadle; Megan and Logan MacLean; 11:15 am - Colin and Jacqueline Wilkinson; Beverly Walsh and Alesia Bicknell. USHERS: 9 am-Joe Swickard, Henry Darlington, Richard Best, Jill Best; 11:15 am- John Snyder, Steve Fehniger FLOWERS: Carol Gaskin 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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Weekend Review
Worship Schedule
Saturday at 5:30 pm; Sunday at 8, 9 and 11:15 am
The Rev. Canon Lisa Tucker-Gray preaching at all services.
Scripture Lessons
Acts 16:9-15; Psalm 67;
Revelation 21:10, 22-22:5; John 13:31-35
Saturday, May 4
9 am - 4:15 pm - 12th Annual Ministry Fair
Everyone is invited to attend this exciting day of more than 30 workshops for everyone in the diocesan household to 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. For more information, contact Beth Rowley or call 313.833.4421.
Sunday, May 5
8:30 am - 3 pm - Crossroads Soup Kitchen
Be the hands and feet of God in a most rewarding way. Join parishioners in ministering to the homeless and hungry at Crossroads Soup Kitchen this Sunday. Our Middle and High School youth will be a part of the team serving at Crossroads that day. If you can't offer hands-on help, make a donation during services this weekend. Loose plate offerings today will be used to offset the cost of food for this important ministry. For more information, contact Ted Hagan.
10:10-11 am - Adult Forum: Why Do Kids Kill?
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Despite massive media coverage, we know little about what drives young peo ple 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 during the Adult Forum. Please join in the discussion.
4:30 pm - Evensong
The Choir of Men and Boys sing Evensong. A reception follows.
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Make a Meal / Stock the Cupboards
Welcoming the Van Culins!
To help Drew and Jessica feel settled, we are hoping to bring over a few meals for them starting Monday, May 6. They have no allergies and are not part  icular; meals should be delivered around 6 pm. We are also hoping to stock their fridge and cupboards with the following items: 1% milk; Cereal - Kashi Crunch, Shredded Wheat, Raisin Bran; Kashi-brand granola /cereal bars; Stoneyfield (or similar) vanilla yogurt; Fresh Fruits/Veggies - organic when possible; Low sugar items (no artificial sweeteners); Medium/dark roast coffee; Half and half; Root Beer soda; The Basics: Flour, sugar, butter, etc. Emily Tennyson is coordinating this effort. It is important that you contact her at emtennys@aol.com or 313.884.3266 if you can prepare a meal and/or provide one of the items above.
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Thank You, CROP Walkers!
We had a less than stellar turnout for last weekend's CROP Walk to fight hunger locally and globally through Church World Services. However, we are grateful to Ann Yeamans for her efforts in coordinating CCGP's team, and to Eric Ash, George, Sutton and Helen Santiz who joined her on the walk. Thanks also to Al and Margaret Torp and Kathie von Schwartz for being at registration to cheer on our walkers. If you weren't able to participate, it's NOT too late to be a "spirit walker" for TEAM CCGP!! Just write a check made payable to CWS CROP Walk and directed to Ann Yeamans c/o The Cloister Bookshop mailbox near the church office. All gifts will be greatly appreciated.
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Feast of the Ascension
Thursday, May 9, 7 pm
The Choir of Men and Boys sing during the Solemn Holy Eucharist in celebration of the Ascension of our Jesus to heaven. Please be a part of this important day in the life of the Church and the parish.
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Celebrate! Remember! Fight Back!
Relay for Life Event
The annual Relay for Life to raise money for cancer research is slated for next weekend, May 11-12. 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.
Relay for Life Wine Tasting Event a great success!
Last week's Relay for Life Wine Tasting Event raised $1,710 for CCGP's Team Eagles' Wings. Kudos to Meredith Hanoian for doing a fabulous job of coordinating the event. Many thanks to the 56 people who attended and to everyone who helped set-up, clean up, and brought the delicious food. It was a great gathering, enjoyed by all who attended!
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Habitat for Humanity Build Weekend
Construction volunteers are needed for the next Habitat Grosse Pointe Partners building day on Saturday, May 11. To help out, contact Build Coordinator Carol Wilson.
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Child and Family Ministries
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.  Soccer Camp is Coming!
June 16-20 Children entering grades K-5 will learn basic soccer skills, strategy, and good sportsmanship in a fun and encouraging environment. Registration forms are available online and in the Communications Center. The registration deadline is June 9. Contact Marica Ostrowski for more information.
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High Schoolers
High School Youth Group
The group's Kick-Off Meeting on April 21 was a great success! The group had a fun time making smoothies and playing retro games. They have decided to meet two times per month on Sundays. Check out the group's Facebook page "CCGP High School Youth Group" to keep up with the latest news and events. For more information about the group, contact one of the adult leaders: Chris Harrison, Ted Hagan, David Wallace, or Paula Labadi.
ACT Workshop for High School Juniors
An ACT Workshop for Juniors taking the test June 8 will be offered May 22, 29, and June 5 at 7 pm in the Bicknell Library. There is no charge for parishioners. Contact Penny Soby for questions or to register.
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You're Invited
Tuesday, May 14 at 7 pm at Christ Church
Renewal of Ministry & Welcome of
The Rev. Andrew K. Van Culin
as the 10th rector of Christ Church.
Childcare is provided. A reception follows.
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2012-13 Music Season at Christ Church
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
Evensong
Sunday at 4:30 pm
May 5 (Choir of Men and Boys)
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 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
Wednesday, May 22
(Please note change of date)
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
Based on data provided by the U. S. Dept. of Defense and CENTCOM, 31,882 U.S. troops were seriously wounded in nearly nine years of war in Iraq. Contrast that with 73,505 Americans who were treated in hospital emergency rooms for non-fatal gunshot wounds in 2010, one calendar year of civilian life in the United States (based on data from U. S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). Is this a serious public health issue in the United States? One can make a strong case that it is, based on the sheer numbers of fatalities and life-altering injuries sustained by Americans on an annual basis. For more information, click here. The Task Force meets Saturdays at 9 am in B-213.
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Pastoral Care
Daughters of the King
All 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. Women's Dinner GroupAll women are invited to attend this monthly dinner group which meets again on Thursday, May 16 at 6:30 pm at Waves located at 24223 Jefferson Avenue in St. Clair Shores. Check out their menu here. Alzheimer's Support GroupAll who are coping with the challenges of Alzheimer's disease and dementia are welcome to attend this group at any time to find comfort and practical help. The group meets the third Thursday of the month, 6:30-8 pm in the Undercroft.
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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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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 parishioners who participated in the Grosse Pointe area Crop Walk last weekend and the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life event May 11-12. Funds raised for Crop Walk are used to help fight hunger locally and globally through Church World Services. This year a good portion of the funds will target Crossroads East and Cass Community Services in Detroit, with the remainder helping hunger problems Guatamala. Members of Christ Church and Church of Messiah also participate in the Grosse Pointe area American Cancer Society's Relay For Life event to raise funds for cancer research. Volunteers raise funds by selling pulled pork sandwiches and other goodies, as well as luminaries and other Relay-related items. They also collecting pledges in support of time spent walking during the 24-hour vigil held at Grosse Pointe Woods Lakefront Park. In addition, funds raised through the Christ Church Relay for Life Wine Tasting event held every spring are also a part of the total monies raised for Relay for Life.
"O Master let me walk with thee." Hymn 660, The Hymnal, 1982
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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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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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