| This Weekend's Readings | The First Sunday after Pentecost: The Feast of the Holy Trinity
Click HERE to view this weekends readings.
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This Weekend's Preacher
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The Reverend Dr. William J. Danaher, Jr.
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5/28 Thursday
| 8:30 AM - Morning Prayer
7:30 PM - Choir Rehearsal
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5/29 Friday
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8:30 AM - Morning Prayer
9:30 AM - Al-Anon Meeting
11:30 AM - Women's Spirituality Group
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5/30 Saturday
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2:00 PM - Usher Corps Annual Meeting
4:30 PM - Usher Corps Picnic
5:00 PM - Holy Eucharist: Rite II
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5/31 Sunday
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8:00 AM - Holy Eucharist: Rite I
9:00 AM - Rector's Forum
10:00 AM - Holy Eucharist: Rite II with Holy Baptism
10:00 AM - Summer Sunday School
11:30 AM - Docent Tour
11:30 AM - MACCC Meeting
11:30 AM - Acolyte BBQ 6:00 PM - Sunday at Six Evensong
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6/1 Monday
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8:30 AM - Morning Prayer
7:30 PM - Fact & Fiction Fun
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6/2 Tuesday
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8:30 AM - Morning Prayer
11:00 AM - ECW Program & Luncheon
7:30 PM - Shiloah
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6/3 Wednesday
| 7:00 AM - Holy Eucharist: Rite II
7:30 AM - Bible Study
8:30 AM - Morning Prayer
9:30 AM - Adult Children of Alcoholics Meeting
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6/4 Thursday
| 8:30 AM - Morning Prayer
7:30 PM - Choir Rehearsal
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| History of Kirkin' O' the Tartan | | Sunday, June 7 at 10:00 AM
The Kirkin' O' the Tartan is basically North American as far as the tradition goes; yet its origins are deeply rooted in the history of the people of Scotland. In the year 563 AD, St. Columba discovered the tiny isle of Iona in Scotland and succeeded in converting the previously pagan Picts to Christianity. The resulting Church (Scottish: "kirk") soon
became a primal piece in the fabric of day-to-day Scottish life for centuries since.
Tartans, too, have long played a major role in Scotland's history and culture. In the beginning, the various tartans of the Clansmen represented the people of certain districts in the Highlands; in later years, however, the tartans came to stand for all Scottish Clans, including their septs and families-regardless of whatever name they bore. More than a sign of Scottish identity, the tartan often stood as a symbol of the hard labor and diligence of the Scots, as the original dyes which were used to color the wool were usually made from the vegetables grown in each family's garden, and the fabric from the wool of the sheep that they raised. Hence, just as Christianity and the Kirk were interwoven into the family lives and traditions of the Scots, their life and work were depicted in the composition of the tartan. How fitting, then, that the idea might come to pass that the tartan, a symbol of Scottish labor and family history, should be brought to the Kirk to be dedicated to the Lord's service.
Over the years, Clansmen and their families began to observe an annual Sunday Tartan Service, during which would be worn the Sunday or dress kilt, a finer-quality woolen kilt with more white wool than that of the average everyday kilt. At this service, Clansfolk would rededicate themselves to their Heavenly Father and praise the Lord in eternal gratitude for having watched over them during the year just past.
By the 1700s, however, the British Empire was actively and forcibly suppressing all signs of Scottish nationalism. With the Proscription Act of 1746, wearing or even displaying the tartan had become illegal, as was the playing of the bagpipes and singing of Highland songs. As a result, the Rededication Service obviously could not be held. The Scotsfolk nevertheless remained determined to hold fast to their ancient identities and customs, and soon a sort of "underground" Kirkin' O' the Tartans was held. The Clansfolk would usually walk to their nearest Kirk in an orderly fashion, sometimes carrying upon their person swatches of the material, appropriately concealed, to be 'kirked'. Then, at a time and pre-arranged signal known only to both clergy and parishioners, the Clansmen and Clanswomen would raise their tartan pieces, while the presiding minister blessed the cloth in fluent Scottish Gaelic.
In the mid-20th century, the kirkin' o' the tartan was brought to America. In 1941, Dr. Peter Marshall-himself a native Scotsman, from Glasgow-presided over the first Kirkin' O' the Tartan ceremony ever on American soil. It took place on April 27th in Washington, D.C., at what was then known as the New York Avenue Presbyterian Church. As a result of his pioneering efforts as Presiding Minister for this first U.S. Kirkin', Dr. Marshall was named the very first Chaplain of the United States Senate. Since 1954, the Kirkin' O' the Tartan has been held at Washington, D.C.'s National Cathedral; with its sermon being delivered by the Presiding, or Senior Minister of the Washington, D.C. Catholic Archdiocese; or by a special guest speaker, primarily one of Scottish and/or Scottish-American background. There are similar Kirkin' o' the Tartans services held in cathedrals and churches across all 50 States, as well as throughout Canada. At the heart of every Kirkin' O' the Tartan service is the Presentation of the Tartans of the Clan, a constant symbol of the rededication of Scotsfolk everywhere to the service of our Heavenly Father. Here at Christ Church Cranbrook, the Kirkin' O' the Tartan ceremony is intended to give thanks for the godly heritage of not just the Clans of Scotland, but of all the 'Clans' of the world.
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| This Week's Intercessions | | |
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| Those Graduating This Year | | This Sunday at the 10:00 AM Service, we will recognize all those who will be graduating. Those graduating are: Greg Aikens, Emily Bodden, G. Kent Davis, Rebecca de Movellan, Sarah Lynn Fuhr, Maggie Hammond, Trey Heger, Thomas Hunter, Mac McRoberts, Meredith Marie Mitchell, Michael Santoro, Franny Schulte, Paige Tornow, Addie Vincent, and Ethan Webster. Congratulations!
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| One Bread Ministry | |  How would you like to be an ambassador... for Christ, and for Christ Church Cranbrook? We invite you to do this with a simple commitment.
HERE'S HOW:
You make contact by phone with a first-time visitor to ask if you might deliver a gift of welcome from the church. The visitor's name, address and phone number will be supplied to you. Once successful, you would then deliver a pre-packaged artisan loaf of bread to the visitor's home, at a time that is convenient. There will be a supply of loaves stored in the church kitchen.
This kind gesture would be accompanied by your invitation for them to return to Christ Church Cranbrook and to contact you for any information they would like to have. You do not have to know the answer to every question asked - just point them in the right direction to someone who can, like a member of clergy or staff.
"Yes, sign me up"... Please contact J. J. Benkert at bbjjb3@gmail.com or 248.642.7790 to become an ambassador for this warm and welcoming new ministry.
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| Do You Need a Ride to Church? | |  Do you or someone you know need a ride to the 10:00 AM service on Sundays? We now have a shuttle running from Fox Run retirement community in Novi to CCC every Sunday for the 10:00 AM service. The shuttle leaves Fox Run at 9:15 AM and will make stops between there and Christ Church Cranbrook. If you or someone you know lives in Farmington Hills, W. Bloomfield, Bloomfield Hills, Beverly Hills or Birmingham and would like a ride to church, please contact Mr. Don Canavesio at 586.747.6587.
CCC has contracted with Don to drive our van to pick up parishioners. If a ride is needed, you need to contact Don by Saturday at Noon for a ride for the next day. Seating is limited so rides are on a first come-first served basis. There is no charge for this service. |
| Rector's Forum | |  It's All Greek To Me: An Entertaining Exercise in Bible-Speak
Presented by The Reverend Roger Ferlo, Ph.D., President, Bexley Hall Seabury-Western Theological Seminary Federation
Sunday, June 21, 9:00 AM - Hospitality Center
It is sometimes a revelation to people that the Bible was not written in King James' English. What would it be like to experience the Bible like one of its first Greek-speaking readers? Come find out. No knowledge of Greek required, expected or even desired! Just an open mind, a sense of humor, a love of learning, and a desire for God. |
| Item of the Month | | COLLECTING BOOKS IN MAY! This month Christ Church Cranbrook will conduct a Book Drive which will create a Summer Reading Program for the students at Glazer Elementary. All youth books (new and used) are welcome. There is a need for Series Books - especially in a genre for boys. No encyclopedias please. Thank you for supporting this worthy cause.
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Upcoming Music Events at Christ Church Cranbrook
| | We have an exciting season of various music events presented by Music at CCC. All events are free unless otherwise noted.
Saturday, June 6th at 8:00 PM, Sounding Light Chamber Choir presents "The World Made New" Free Will Offering (Church).
87th Annual Summer Carillon Series: Sunday Afternoons at 4:00 PM from July 5th through August 9th. Free Will Offering.
Click HERE to see the (updated) 2014-2015 Music at Christ Church Cranbrook music brochure.
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| Sunday at Six - Evensong | |  Join us on Sunday evenings at 6:00 PM, as we will be offering weekly Sunday at Six Evensong.
This brief service will be held in the choir stalls and will be congregationally sung. The music will include simple chants and well known hymns. Like our parish discipline of daily Morning Prayer, the Sunday at Six Evensong is an excellent way to ground the day and the week in prayer and scripture. Come and bring a friend! |
| Hospitality Hour after 5:00 PM Service on Saturdays | | | Our Hospitality Hour after the 5:00 PM service on Saturdays is a huge hit! Your help is needed to continue this welcoming ministry. Come about 20 minutes before the service to set everything up and then clean up afterward. If you are willing to help out, please contact Debbie Moore at dmoore@christchurchcranbrook.org or at 248.644.5210, Ext. 35. |
| Children and Youth Ministry at Christ Church Cranbrook | | |
Vacation Bible School
The BEST week of the year is right around the corner, June 22-26, 9:00 AM - noon. Everest VBS, Conquering Challenges with God's Might Power. Registration is underway visit our website for a link to sign up your children or grand-children. Care to lend a hand? Contact Jessica Neeper at 248.506.1177.
Vacation Bible School Set Construction
Please join us on Saturday June 13 from 9:00 AM - Noon to build our beautiful back drop and set for Vacation Bible School. Wear clothes you don't mind getting messy or covered with paint. Please let Jessica Neeper know if you are able to attend: 248.506.1177.
Summer Sunday School
It is time for Summer, praise God! Summer means fun and relaxation, same with our Summer Sunday School! Children, preschool - 6th grade, meet in rooms 201-202 at 10:00 AM for Christian formation, fun and prizes.
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High School Mission Trip Meeting
| | The high school youth meeting for those in grades 10-12 will be on the second Sunday of the month at 11:30 AM in the hospitality center. Lunch will be provided. We will be working on plans for the next group outreach project. We will also be discussing the high school mission trip to the Dominican Republic and close our time together with a reading and some reflection time. We may even work a little on our Spanish.
- June 14 - Parent Meeting: Parents please attend this Q & A with Youth Leaders - 11:30-12:30 in the Room 202
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| Are you interested in assisting the acolytes with their service? | | We are recruiting a group of adults who would be willing to be with a group of 4-8 young people before and during the Sunday 10 am service. They are trained in the basics of their roles and have leaflets individually marked with their responsibilities. You would have a "master" leaflet showing who does what at each point in the service. All that's involved is reminding them of what needs to be done beforehand, helping to organize the processional, and then sitting with them during the service to help with lighting torches as needed. You would be scheduled-as the acolytes are-based on your availability. A monthly commitment would be terrific, but it's not necessary. Please contact Edie Wakevainen at wakevainene@macomb.edu or 248.892.5003 if you're interested. We'll schedule an informational/training meeting in the next few weeks. Please note that Safeguarding God's Children training is required and we can help you schedule that training.
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| Fact and Fiction Fun | |  Fact and Fiction fun will meet on Monday, June 1, 2015 from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM in the conference room at Christ Church Cranbrook. The group will continue its discussion of Dead Wake: The Last Crossing of the Lusitania, by Erik Larson. Please join us.
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| Can you run a Video Camera? | |  We are going to begin live streaming the 10 AM service every Sunday and need to recruit a team of people to work the video camera. It's quite simple and training will be provided. Depending on the number of people who volunteer, the commitment will be no more than one Sunday a month. Please contact Peggy Dahlberg at pdahlberg@christchurchcranbrook.org or 248.644.5210, Ext. 12 to volunteer or for more information. |
| Parish Health Nurses | | 1. To provide First Aid to children at Vacation Bible school June 22-26 9 AM - Noon.
2. To promote and raise awareness of health including the body, mind and spirit in our congregation.
Contact Pastor Joyce Matthews 248.644.5210, Ext. 15 or email jmatthews@christchurchcranbrook.org |
| CCC Community Gardens Needs Helpers | |  The three vegetable beds near the Church's south door are ready to be planted! Volunteer gardeners are needed to weed, water, harvest, and deliver vegetables. No previous gardening experience is needed. We will plant tomatoes, lettuce, kale, collard and mustard greens, string beans, zucchini and eggplant. There will be an herb garden too with parsley, basal, mint, and cilantro. Our fresh produce goes to the weekly "Farmer's Market" at our sister parish of All Saints' Episcopal Church in Pontiac. Please help by signing up today. Contact Coco Siewert e.siewert@wayne.edu to sign up or if you have any questions. Join the fun and we will work around your summer vacation, work, and play schedule.
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| Women's Spirituality Group | | Women's Spirituality Group meets on Fridays for a sack lunch at 11:30 AM and a one hour program at 12:00 PM in Rooms 201-202. This lively, conversational group addresses a wide range of topics relevant to Christian women today. For example, we have discussed Celtic Christianity, the Books of Common Prayer across the Anglican Communion, Spiritual Gifts, Lenten hymns, Interfaith Understanding and more. Come when you can!
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| Calling for Vergers and Thurifers | |  Christ Church Cranbrook would like to increase the number of people in the Verger and Thurifer Corps. Vergers lead the procession for services, including funerals. Thurifers disperse the incense at the first Saturday of the month at Evensong and occasionally at other services throughout the year. Scheduling is according to your schedule and training is provided. Please consider being part of this important CCC worship ministry. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Chas Kipp at CKipp@mbssecurities.com or 248.633.4546. |
| Help Wanted! | | Christ Church Cranbrook needs help answering phones three mornings a week. If you are able to help out on Monday, Wednesday or Friday mornings, please contact Kathy Doyle at kdoyle@christchurchcranbrook.org or 248.644.5210, Ext. 11.
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| Interfaith Question of the Week | | |
As a way of learning about our neighbors of different faith traditions, we will be providing a link to the Question of the Week on the InterFaith Leadership Council (IFLC) of Metro Detroit's website. Please feel free to submit our own questions to IFLC for consideration to be featured.
This week's question is: What do saris have to do with Hinduism?
The InterFaith Leadership Council of Metropolitan Detroit is a faith-based civic organization made up of visionary religious and lay leaders of many faiths whose shared values compel them to work toward a community that lives together in harmony.
Our Goals:
BRING TOGETHER, encourage and nurture interfaith groups and networks
SUPPORT CONCILIATION between and among religious groups as well as the community at large through active conflict resolution
PROMOTE INTERFAITH EDUCATION so that the metropolitan Detroit community can benefit from the synergies and creative benefits that knowledge and understanding can provide. |
| CCC Services Live Streamed | | Christ Church Cranbrook is now live streaming our 10:00 AM Sunday service! No matter where you are you don't have to miss a service. To view services, please click HERE. Videos of previous services are archived on this page as well.
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| Planned Giving | |  Did you know that ... - You can make a gift or pay your pledge using appreciated securities and realize larger tax savings than if you had used cash?
- You can make a gift that costs you nothing during your lifetime?
- You can make a gift that pays you income for life?
- You can preserve your estate for your children and deliver years of income outreach at Christ Church?
- You can donate your house, take a tax deduction, and continue to live in it rent-free?
- You can turn surplus life insurance coverage into a gift?
Please call our Parish Administrator for more information 248.644.5210 |
| Online and Text Giving - It's Easy! | | |
 Contributions can now be made online and by text messaging. Please click HERE and see how quick and easy it is.
We invite you to consider our new electronic "Online Giving" program as a way to automate your donations to Christ Church Cranbrook. Read more
We encourage you to consider these new giving opportunities.
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