Christ Church Valdosta Weekly Bulletin
May 9, 2014
In This Issue:

Worship Services

 

May 11:  Easter 4
 

Vestry Member of the Day:

   Robin Coleman

     

Nursery Worker:

   Judy DeMott

    

Coffee Hour Host:

   Tamara Thomas

 

Altar Flowers this week are given to the glory of God in thanksgiving for the Rev. Joye Cantrell and all mothers.   

 

8:00 a.m., Holy Eucharist, Rite I

    (no music)
Celebrant - The Rev. Joye Cantrell
Preacher - The Rev. Joye Cantrell
Lay Eucharistic Minister - Rita
   Hightower
Usher - Max Bontrager  
  
10:00 a.m., Holy Eucharist, Rite II
Celebrant - The Rev. Joye Cantrell
Preacher - The Rev. Joye Cantrell
Lay Eucharistic Ministers - Nancy
   Lutsko, Rita Hightower, Allan Dear
Lay Readers - Clinton Beeland,
   Tammy Borders, Nancy Lutsko
Ushers - Ron Borders, Richard
   Coleman, Bill Sineath 
Acolytes - Beth Baker, Pierce Baker,
   Andrew and John David Greneker

6 p.m. Vespers - Sanctuary 

 

Scriptures
First Lesson - Acts 2:42-47
Psalm 23
Second Lesson - 1 Peter 2:19-25 
Gospel - John 10:1-10

Every Wednesday
6 p.m.

Every Thursday
7 a.m.

 

Statistical Information

(Latest Available Financials)

General Fund

March: Income - $ 56,884

         Expenses - $ 49,767

YTD: Income - $ 192,496

         Expenses - $ 146,792

 

Attendance for May 4th:

8:00 a.m. - 18

10:00 a.m. - 117

 

Upcoming Events
  May 10: 8:30 a.m., Parish Work Day
  May 14: 11 - 3 p.m., Blood Drive
  May 18: Youth/Senior Sunday
   Reception for Seniors and the      Rev. Joye Cantrell
   May 19: Vestry Meeting, 5:30 p.m.

 Senior EYC:  at Church
Clergy and Staff of 
Christ Episcopal Church

The Rev. Laura "Joye" Q. Cantrell, Interim Rector
rector@christchurchvaldosta.org 

church office (229) 242-5115

 

Kim Dudley, Parish Administrator

office@christchurchvaldosta.org 

church office (229) 242-5115

 

Amy Creasy, Bookkeeper
books@christchurchvaldosta.org 

bookkeeper's office (229) 242-0616 

 

Angela Duncan, Music Director

music@christchurchvaldosta.org  

church office (229) 242-5115

 

Kathy Armstrong, Choirmaster

church office (229) 242-5115

 

 

 

 

 
Letter from the Rev. Dr. Dave Johnson

May 7, 2014

 

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

 

I am truly humbled and honored by the privilege of serving you as the next rector at Christ Episcopal Church, Valdosta.  Christ Church is an amazing congregation and receiving that call was an unforgettable moment for me.  I am looking forward to worshiping and serving our Risen Lord with you all, and joining you in sharing the unconditional love of Christ with one another and the community of Valdosta.  I am especially grateful to the members of the Search Committee and Vestry who have been so gracious and kind to me and my family.

 

I am also excited about serving in the Episcopal Diocese of Georgia.  I deeply respect Bishop Benhase and Canon Logue and look forward to sharing in the ministry of the gospel in such a vibrant diocese.

 

I bid your prayers as my family and I engage in this transition.  Be assured that I am praying for you as well.  God bless you richly and I'll see you next month!

 

Gratefully Yours in Christ,

Dave+

The Rev. Dr. Dave Johnson 
From the Senior Warden

Dear Christ Church Family,

Over the next few weeks, we will begin yet another transition as Joye+ will conclude her time with us and we will have several weeks until Dave+ and his family arrive. Joye+ has done a fantastic job for us and I know that you will want to join me in thanking her for all of her hard work and leadership over the past two years. Please join us at the reception after the 10:00 a.m. service on May 18th so we can properly thank her for all she has done for Christ Church. This will be her last Sunday with us so I know that you will not want to miss it.

 

To continue reading this letter click the link here.
Parish Work Day
Saturday, May 10, 2014 starting at 8:30 a.m.
Parish Work Day, May 10th, 8:30 - 1:30.  Bring your shovels, spades, shears and trimmers!!!  It is time for a work day on our grounds!  We will be focusing on the overgrowth in the Patterson Street yard area.  There will be some inside work using ladders to replace ceiling tiles in the church office and cleaning around AC ceiling vents in the Parish Hall.  Lunch will be provided for all workers! There is something for everyone!  See you there!  For more information contact Frances Guice.
Nursery Helpers Needed
Sundays this summer
We are in need of nursery workers to help care for our littlest ones each Sunday during worship.  If you can just give one Sunday this summer to help us staff the nursery, please contact Jeani Synyard.
A Letter to Christ Church
Christ Church Valdosta has received a letter from the Senior Warden of Christ Church Charlottesville.  A link to the letter can be found here.
Attention Cursillistas
Friday, May 16, 2014 at 6:30 p.m.

Attention Cursillistas please attend a Welcome Home Ultreya on Friday, May 16th at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Anne and Joe Singletary (6 St. Andrew Circle, Valdosta). Come welcome home our four newest Cursillistas.  Please bring a covered dish to share.  If you have further questions, please contact Molly Stevenson.
Sine Nomine Singers
Sunday, May 11, 2014 at 3:00 p.m.

Sine Nomine Singers of Valdosta will be having a Mothers Day Concert on Sunday, May 11, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in downtown Valdosta.  No admission charge, however donations will be accepted at the door. 
Youth Sunday
Sunday, May 18, 2014 at 10:00 a.m.

Youth Sunday is May 18, 2014. We still need youth for the following: Chalice (1), Acolyte - Torch (1), Acolyte - Crucifer (1), Coffee Hour (as many as want to), Usher (1 or more).

To sign up your youth, please contact Stefani Carroll or 560-1817.

 

If you have a high-school or college senior, please contact the church office with their name and degree completing so we can be sure to recognize them.
Preschool Registration
Open enrollment
The Christ Church Preschool is now accepting applications for open enrollment for the 2014-2015 school year.  If you are interested, or know someone who has a young child pre-school age, applications can be found online.  We offer 2, 3, and 4 year old classes. Classes are filled on a first come, first served basis.
 
Christ Church also offers a Parents Morning Out (PMO) program for children 6 months to 4 years of age.  Enrollment for the summer program has started.  Please contact the church office for more information.
Christ Church Softball
Tuesdays and Thursdays

Christ Church Softball has begun their softball games at Freedom Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays.  A full schedule is here, and posted in the parish hall.  You can also find the listing each week on the church calendar of events.  Please stop by to support our Christ Church softball team.
VSU Tuba Euphonium Ensemble
Christ Church - Friday, May 9 at 7:30 p.m.

The VSU Tuba Euphonium Ensemble will be presenting a preview concert here in Christ Church on Friday, May 9, at 7:30 p.m., of their upcoming performance at the 40th Anniversary International Tuba Euphonium Conference. The conference is in May in Bloomington, IN and is a wonderful opportunity for the students!

 

They are kindly requesting donations to help fund their trip.

Admission is free. 
Youth Presence Ministries
May 16-17 - St. Anne's, Tifton
The Diocese of Georgia is teaming with Youth Presence Ministries. The purpose and focus of this special partnership is to help multiple congregations create or further develop a strong youth presence in their context of ministry. It is the belief of Youth Presence Ministry that Youth Ministry is different in every place and possible in every place. The programs offered will focuses on the local congregation and their unique setting, circumstances, challenges and hopes for the future. This model also fosters church growth by the presence and interface of young people in their midst.

All Congregations wishing to participate must send at least six participants to the workshops. The workshops will be held Friday from 6:00-9:00 and Saturday from 8:30-3:30. These participants should be people who are passionate about creating a youth presence in your church community. They don't have to be the adult youth leaders. At the vision workshop, they will be given skill to help find these people. Participants must commit to coming to the training sessions and, most importantly, working to implement the vision plan in the congregation.

Cost: The cost is $30 per person. This will cover the cost of food, which includes dinner on Friday night, a light breakfast on Saturday, and lunch on Saturday.

If you are interested in forming a group, please contact the church office.  For further information check out the website.
Happening #93
May 30 - June 1, 2014
Happening #93 will be held at Honey Creek May 30 - June 1, 2014, and is open to those in grades 10-12.  Katie Wisenbaker will be helping to lead this event.
 
Thank you to Andrew Greneker for his leadership at Happening #92.


Please mark your calendar and plan to attend.  Applications will be posted soon.
Vacation Bible School (VBS)
June 9 - June 12, 2014 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon
This year's Vacation Bible School has been scheduled for Monday, June 9th through Thursday, June 12th from 9:00 a.m to 12:00 noon. The theme for VBS is Workshops of Wonders. Our VBS webpage is now open to register children or to volunteers 

As always, we need volunteers (Adults or teens) to shepherd children, teach VBS music and dance, run games, and make and serve snacks. It's such a joy to be a part of showing kids the love of Christ!


Question? Please contact Stefani Carroll or 560-1817.
Adult Education Classes
Sunday mornings at 9:00
Adult education classes continue at 9 a.m. each Sunday morning in the front of the Parish Hall.  The current schedule is below:   

 

May 11: Bill Querin - Medical Ethics - Part 3 (by popular demand)
Summer Camps
Honey Creek
Registration is open for the 2014 season of Summer Camp at Honey Creek. There is another action packed, memory filled summer planned this year. Don't delay in registering for camp! Spots are already starting to fill. Camp tuition is $425.  A link to the summer camp online registration can be found here.  

2014 Summer Camp Schedule 
June 15-21- High School Camp (completed grades 9-12, 
                                  not yet started college); 
June 22-28 St. Joseph & Mary I (completed grades 3-5); 
July 6-12 St. Peter I (completed grades 6-8);
July 13-19 St. Joseph & Mary (completed grades 3-5); 
July 20-26 St. Peter II (completed grades 6-8).

Please let Elizabeth Burns know if you have any questions. 
The Vineyard
New articles in the Vineyard this week include letters from our Senior Warden, from the Rev. Dr. Dave Johnson, and from the Senior Warden of Christ Church (Charlottesville, VA). These articles and older articles are available at the Online Vineyard
Birthdays this week
May 10 - May 16
10 Nick Bajalia, Sr., Sugie Catikos, Electa Ricket
11 Dave Clark, Ann Johnston

12 Marilyn Miller         

14 Eric Nielsen

15 Julia Claire Copeland

Wedding Anniversaries this week
May 10 - May 16
12 Michael Holt & Miranda Edmonds

15 Michael & Krystle Black, Bill & Anne Shenton

Baptismal Anniversaries this week
May 10 - May 16

10 Tammy Bezona, Patricia Grieve

 

Please contact the church office to update our records if we missed your Birthday, Wedding Anniversary, or Baptismal Anniversary.
Remember in your prayers

Dave Armstrong, Pat Armstrong, Tal Barnidge, Katherine Berkman, Pat Bradley, Carrie Brooks, Judy Carter, Lydia Coddington, Cheryl Critchfield, Robert Church, Jeff Crawford, Jerry DeMott, Jackie Dennis, Leroy Dorminy, Elizabeth, Ann Embry, Kathy Failor, Gene and Pam Garner, Gil Gjertsen, Natalie Gjertsen, Travis Grove, Cheryl Hatcher, Rena Holmes, Velma Hobgood, Ramona Hoffman, Charles Hunt, Renee Jackson, Vernell Jackson, Linda Kerr, Barney Knighton, Jerriann Levy, Brady Lloyd, Daniel Mayer, Rick McClosky, Bobbi McGraw, Mary Louise McRae, Jayne Nyhammer, Valerie Page, Laura Paine, Paul, Alice Pendleton, Andrew Pritchett, Bernice Roberts, Reva Rollins, David Sandbach, Sr., Pat Sims, Eloise Smith, David Spencer, Jack Spencer, Danelle Starling, Joe Stubbs, Ronnie Thompson, Sylvia Warrick, Emory Warrick, Sr., Carolyn Watson

 

Family of Joan Bailey

Kim Dudley, Parish Administrator
229.242.5115

Christ Episcopal Church is part of the 
Diocese of Georgia.
email us at  office@christchurchvaldosta
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