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Calendar
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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)
MONDAY, MAY 13
9 am Grosse Pointe Garden Club
5:30 pm Warden's Committee (BL)
6:30 pm Cursillo (FR)
7 pm New Member (B-213)
7 pm Outreach Committee (U)
7 pm ARTS (BL)
TUESDAY, MAY 14
8 am Buildings & Grounds (B-213)
9 am Grosse Pointe Garden Club
12:30 pm Mah Jong (B213)
5 pm Transition Committee (MH)
7 pm Celebration of New Ministry: Installation of Rev. Drew Van Culin (N)
8:30 pm Installation Reception (U)
WEDNESDAY, MAY 15
9:30 am Staff Meeting (B-213)
10:30 am Warden's Committee (BL)
11:30 am Chair Yoga (U)
2 pm Creating Confident Caregivers (U)
7 pm ACT Workshop (BL)
7 pm Finance Committee (U)
7:30 pm Chorale (N)
8 pm AA (LL-B017)
THURSDAY, MAY 16
10 am Memorial Window Study Group (BL)
10:30 am HS Pizza Lunch (LL)
6 pm Wenzel/D'Angelo Wedding Rehearsal (N)
6:30 pm Alzheimer's Support Group (U)
6:30 pm DA Meeting (B-216)
FRIDAY, MAY 17
11 am Wenze/D'Angelo Wedding (N)
SATURDAY, MAY 18
9 am Anti-Violence Task Force (B-213)
9 am Baptism Rehearsal (MH)
1-3 pm Holy Communion Rehearsal (LL)
5:30 pm Holy Eucharist (N)
8:30 pm AA (LL-B017)
PLEASE NOTE SERVICE TIMES CHANGE ON SUNDAY, MAY 19
SUNDAY, MAY 19 Pentecost Sunday
8 & 10 am Holy Eucharist (N)
11:15 am Strawberry Shortcake Reception
4:30 pm Concert: The Royal Handel (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. Bob Alltop ALTAR GUILD: 5:30 pm - Karen Davenport; 8 am - Mary Bamford, Nancy Nicholson; 9 am - Sue Chaklos, Judy Kling, Emily Tennyson; 11:15 am - Edie Jacques, Kim McNulty EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS: 5:30 pm - Don Sweeny; 8 am - Michael DeFillipi; 9 am - Peggy Woodhouse, Heather Albrecht, Michael Flores, Wendy Niven; 11:15 am - Deb Miller, Mary Holmes, Eldonna May LECTOR: 9 am - Karyn Weir; 11:15 am - Lynda Altovilla; 4:30 pm - Ray Graves PRAYERS: 9 am - Bruce Birgbauer; 11:15 am - Colin Wilkinson; 4:30 pm - Ray Graves ACOLYTES: 9 am - Adam Van Osdol, Megan Van Osdol, Abbey Schuetze; 11:15 am - Claire Huebner, Kurt Huebner, Lauren Frezza; 4:30 pm - Coleman Harrison VERGER: 9 am - John Van Osdol; 11:15 am - Peter Huebner GREETERS: 9 am - Peggy and Joe Maycock; Sue and Mark Lorenger; 11:15 am - Ross and Marilyn Richardson; Hope Hoffman and Diane De Santis USHERS: 9 am - Jack Williams, Steve Fehniger, Bruce Birgbauer, David Chaklos; 11:15 am - Ian Jones, David Jones FLOWER ARRANGERS: Ann Hoag and Barbara Perez.
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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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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. Bob Alltop preaching at all services.
Scripture Lessons
Acts 16:16-34; Psalm 97;
Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20-21; John 17:20-26
Saturday, May 11
24-hour Relay for Life (10 am-10 am)
Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back. That's what we're doing this weekend at the annual American Cancer Society's Relay for Life event at Grosse Pointe Woods Lakefront Park. Christ Church Team Eagles' Wings will keep vigil walking through the night to raise money for cancer research. Lend them your support by walking as little as half an hour, help out at the food tent or with set up and take down. Whatever you can do will be much appreciated. Sign up sheets are at the reception desk. For more information, contact Helen Santiz. Support Team Eagles' Wings! Click here .
Habitat for Humanity Build Weekend
If you'd rather volunteer your time on a building project that will benefit others, be a part of the Habitat Grosse Pointe Partners build on Saturday. Contact Build Coordinator Carol Wilson for information.
Sunday, May 12
4:30 pm - Evensong
The Girl Choristers sing Evensong Sunday afternoon. A reception follows.
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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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Wear It and Win!
You've heard it before, "Please wear your name badge..."  Now, the New Member Welcome Committee wants to kick things up a notch. Starting this weekend and running through the last weekend in June, committee members will be on the lookout for people wearing their name badges (paper badges count).
25 people each weekend will receive a "Thank You" from the committee that they can exchange for a chance to win either a free car wash supporting our youth group or a gift certificate for the Cloister Bookshop, purchased by the committee. Two winners will be chosen each weekend. All ages are eligible. Get ready to wear it and win!
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 There's a Lot Happening Next Sunday!
Service Time Change
Our summer service schedule begins next Sunday, May 19. Holy Eucharist services on Sundays will be held at 8 am and 10 am through Sept. 1.
Fr. Drew celebrates his first services at Christ Church
Fr. Drew celebrates the Holy Eucharist services next Sunday as our new rector. At the 10 am service, there will be Baptisms, and students participating in the Holy Communion course will receive communion.
Pentecost Celebration: Strawberry Shortcake Reception
In celebration of this special day in the life of the Church, we will gather on the front lawn (weather permitting) 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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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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Join us for the 29th Annual Antiques Show
Thursday, May 30 - Preview Party and Silent Auction
Featuring a Silent Auction of exceptional items offered during the Preview Party only, including the 2013 Lincoln MKZ donated by Crest Lincoln (2-year/12,000-mile lease valued at $12,912)
- 6:30-7 pm - Meet & Greet Kathryn C. Greeley and John Gallagher (for Archangels & Gold Angels)
- 7 -10 pm - Preview Party and Silent Auction (for all Supporting Angels) Catered by City Kitchen, reservations requested
Friday, May 31 Show Hours 10 am - 5 pm
8:30 am - Behind the Scenes Tour with Show Manager Charlie Miller 10 am - Design Lecture & Book Signing, featuring renowned interior designer, Kathryn C. Greeley. $25 per person (reservations requested) 1-4 pm - Antiques Evaluations $10 per item (limit 3 items, verbal evaluations only) Saturday, June 1 Show Hours 10 am - 5 pm
1-4 pm Antiques Evaluations $10 per item (limit 3 items, verbal evaluations only) 4:30 pm Alumni Evensong sung by current and former Choristers of the Christ Church Choirs Sunday, June 2 Show Hours 10 am - 5 pm
10 am Festival Eucharist with Choir and Orchestra featuring Mozart's Mass in C major, "Credo Mass," K. 2571:30 pm Lecture & Book Signing featuring Detroit Free Press columnist and author, John Gallagher (Cost included with admission) Immediate Need for Volunteers
It takes a lot of people to make the annual Antiques Show possible. There are a number of volunteer positions that need to be filled, including furniture move-out, ticket takers, hosts, and Angel Cafe staff, as well as food donations, cooks and servers for our dealer hospitality program. IT'S EASY TO Volunteer: Log on to our website and click "Volunteer Opportunities During the Antiques Show." If you have any questions, contact Amy Hermon weekdays after 4 pm at 313.320.8245 or Margaret Torp at 313. 469.8309. Preview Party RSVPs Needed by May 21
If you plan to attend the Antiques Show Preview Party and would like your name mentioned in the Antiques Show Catalog, please return your response card by May 21.
A New Way to Support the Antiques Show Silent Auction!!!
The Silent Auction committee is looking for wine donations for use in gift baskets. Please consider donating a bottle of your favorite wine. It can be red or white, from any region of the world, and it would be great if you would share with us why you love that particular wine. If you can help, contact Patsy Gotfredson.
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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 Rehearsal
For families participating in Baptism on Sunday, May 19, rehearsal will be held Saturday, May 18, 9-10:30 am. Parents and Godparents will meet with Fr. Drew Van Culin in Miller Hall.
Holy Communion Rehearsal and Bread Making
Holy Communion students will bake bread, review the Holy Communion course, and rehearse for the Pentecost service on Saturday, May 18, 1-3 pm, Lower Level. . The bread will be served to the congregation for Communion on Sunday, May 19.
Mothe rs of Preschoolers meets Monday, May 20, 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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Graduation Recognition
On Sunday, June 10, at the 10 am service, we will recognize our graduating high school seniors. If you are a 2013 high school graduate and want to be recognized for your achievement, contact Nancy Osborn. Following the service a reception will be held in the Undercroft.
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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
Festival Eucharist
Sunday, June 2, 2013, 10 am
Combined Choirs with Orchestra
Featuring Mozart's Mass innC major, "Credo Mass," K. 257.
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CROP Walk Donations Are Still Welcome
Give generously to CROP WALK in support of those who walked this annual event on April 28 to raise funds for hunger relief locally and globally. Write a check made payable to Church World Services CROP Walk and direct it to Ann Yeamans c/o The Cloister Bookshop mailbox (near the church office). All gifts will be greatly appreciated.Task Force Against Gun Violence in America
On Sunday, May 5, Lisa M. MacLean, M.D. gave a compelling presentation on the topic, "Why Do Kids Kill?" Task Force members placed ten* red candles on the tables to represent the number of juveniles using firearms to commit homicide each week in the United States. Because there is often more than one victim in these homicidal acts, the total number of victims per week is greater than ten. The Task Force meets Saturdays at 9 am in B-213. All are welcome.*Ten is an average based on the following data: * Juvenile offenders were involved in at least 766 murders in the U. S. in 2010, 8% of all murder offenders. * 70% (approx. 536 juveniles) used firearms in these acts of homicide. Source: www.ojjdp.gov U.S. Dept. of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention.
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Pastoral Care
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. Need more information? Contact Karen Davenport. Alzheimer's Support GroupAlzheimer's Support Group - All 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 this Thursday, May 16, 6:30-8 pm (every third Thursday) in the Undercroft.
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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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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 our Wedding Coordinators as they extend their helpfulness, guidance, love and presence to those that are making plans for two lives coming together as one. Please contact Pixie White for more information about this important ministry.
"Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers a multitude of sins." 1 Peter 4:8
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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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May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Romans 15:13
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