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Calendar
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SATURDAY, MAY 25
9 am Anti-Violence Task Force (B-213)
5:30 pm HE (N)
8:30 pm AA (LL-B017)
SUNDAY, MAY 26
8 & 10 am HE (N)
11:15 am Fellowship
MONDAY, MAY 27 - Memorial Day
Church Offices Closed
TUESDAY, MAY 28
WEDNESDAY, MAY 29
9:30 am Staff Meeting (BL)
11:30 am Chair Yoga (U)
7 pm ACT Workshop (BL)
8 pm AA (LL-B017)
THURSDAY, MAY 30
6:30 pm Archangel Preview Party
7-10 pm Preview Party
FRIDAY, MAY 31
10 am-5 pm Antiques Show
SATURDAY, JUNE 1
9 am PRH Workshop (Offsite)
8:30 am Behind the Scenes Tour (U)
10 am-5 pm Antiques Show
10 am Design Lecture & Book Signing: Kathryn Greeley
1-4 pm Antiques Evaluations
4:30 pm Alumni Evensong (N)
5:30 pm Holy Eucharist (N)
8:30 pm AA (LL-B017)
SUNDAY, JUNE 2
8 am HE (N)
10 am HE (N)
11:30 am-5 pm Antiques Show
1:30 pm Lecture & Book Signing: John Gallagher
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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.
PREACHER: All Services - The Rev. Andrew Van Culin ALTAR GUILD: 5:30 pm - Karen Davenport; 8 am - Mary Bamford, Nancy Ross; 10 am - Cathy Dawson, Judy Kling, Harriett Whitaker EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS: 5:30 pm - Jeannie Davis; 8 am - Heather Jones; 10 am - Peggy Woodhouse, Heather Albrecht, Hope Hoffman LECTOR: 10 am - Karyn Weir PRAYERS: 10 am - Ted Hagan ACOLYTES: 10 am - Libby Stallings, Logan MacLean, Megan MacLean VERGER: 10 am - David Gerdis GREETERS: 10 am - Al and Margaret Torp, Judie Bailey-Gillis and Lois Bendler USHERS: 10 am - Richard Baumgarten, Ross Richardson FLOWERS: Candy Sweeny
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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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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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 Have a Safe and Pleasant Memorial Day!
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Weekend Review
Worship Schedule
Saturday at 5:30 pm; Sunday at 8 and 10 am
The Rev. Drew Van Culin preaching at all services.
Scripture Lessons
Proverbs 8:1-4; Psalm 8;
Romans 5:1-5; John 16:12-16 PLEASE NOTE: There is no Nursery Care this Sunday. Saturday and Sunday, May 25-26Take a Sign! Spread the Word!The Antiques Show Committee would like you to place a lawn sign on your property in a place that would receive a high degree of visibility.We hope you will take a sign. They will be available this weekend after services at the front church entrance and near the receptionist office. Signs should be in position May 26-June 3.
Helping the People of Oklahoma
Envelopes for Episcopal Relief and Development (ERD) are available at the entrances to the Nave and in the Communications Center for those who want to help the people of Moore, Oklahoma, in the aftermath of the tornado.
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Volunteers STILL Needed!
There are a number of volunteer positions that need to be filled as soon as possible, 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 here and click "Volunteer Opportunities During the Antiques Show" or contact Amy Hermon weekdays after 4 pm at 313.320.8245 or Margaret Torp at 313. 469.8309.
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 Join us for the
29th Annual Antiques Show
Thursday, May 30 - Preview Party and Silent AuctionFeaturing 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)
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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Wear It and Win!
We have two winners from last week's of Wear It And Win campaign. Congratulations to Ashlyn Johnson (Car Wash) and Judy Kling (Bookshop certificate). Each will also receive a "Drew's First Weekend" bonus - a $10 gift certificate to Cold Stone Creamery. Keep wearing your name badges!!
 Wear It and Win It is an initiative of the New Member Welcome Committee, whose members will be on the lookout for people wearing their name badges (paper badges count). Twenty-five 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. So, remember - wear your name badge and you too can win!
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ACT Workshop for High School Juniors
An ACT Workshop for Juniors taking the test June 8 is offered May 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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Child and Family Ministries
Guild of the Christ Child Needs Volunteers
We're looking for volunteers for Guild of the Christ Child. The Guild is a ministry to families who are planning a Baptism. It also makes a personalized Baptismal banner for each candidate. Basic sewing skills are helpful, but not necessary. Please contact Liz Johnson if you would like to join this team.
Nursery caregivers needed
During the 10 am service and fellowship time following the service, the church provides nursery care for children up to 3 years old. Nursery care is also provided during some special events. We are currently seeking individuals to work in the nursery on a contingent basis, to cover times that the nursery caregivers are not available. This is a paid position. For more information, contact Maryann DeAngelo.
Co-op Nursery at Christ Church
Learn more about enrolling your children in Grosse Pointe's premier preschool at Christ Church. Contact Betsy Ciconte, Membership Chair at 313.885.4783 or .
 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 9, 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
Special Alumni Evensong
Saturday, June 1 at 4:30 pm
Sung by current and former choristers of the Christ Church choirs
Festival Eucharist
Sunday, June 2, 2013, 10 am
Combined Choirs with Orchestra
Featuring Mozart's Mass in C major, "Credo Mass," K. 257.
Choral Evensong
Sunday, June 9 at 4:30 pm
Combined Choirs with Installation and Valediction of Choristers.
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Task Force Against Gun Violence in America
When it comes to gun laws, Michigan gets a "C." The Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence ranks each state based on a review of state laws in 29 different firearms-related policy areas. While Michigan ranked 10th out of 50 states, because the state has enacted a modest number of gun violence prevention laws, our state does fall short in some critical areas. Go to smartgunlaws.org to see the publication "Gun Laws Matter 2012: Understanding the Link Between Weak Laws and Gun Violence." The Task Force meets Saturdays at 9 am. All are invited to attend.
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Pastoral Care
Women's Dinner GroupAll women are invited to attend this monthly dinner group which meets again on Thursday, June 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 Thursday, June 20, 6:30-8 pm (every third Thursday) in the Undercroft.
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 Summer Picnics
Mark your calendar for our first summer BBQ on Wednesday, June 26, 6-8 pm. The church will provide the burgers (and plates and utensils). We ask that you bring a dish to pass and your own beverages. .
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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 the Christ Church Antiques Show which is held annually the weekend after Memorial Day. The 29th Antiques Show begins Thursday, May 30 and continues through June 2. It is a celebration of craft, art and heritage. The four days offer the opportunity to find gifts, furnishings and those special pieces from dealers and vendors who make the show so memorable. Music, lectures and food enhance the weekend. Proceeds of the show support the performance tours of the Choir of Men and Boys and the Choir of Men and Girls. The Christ Church Outreach Ministries - soup kitchen, emergency food pantry, disaster relief, homeless shelters and family and job counseling - are also beneficiaries of the show.
Praise the Lord! How good it is to sing praises to our God for he is gracious, and a song of praise is fitting. Psalm 147:1
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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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