| This Weekend's Readings | The Twenty-Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
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This Weekend's Preacher
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The Reverend Manisha Dostert
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11/5 Thursday
| 8:30 AM - Morning Prayer
5:00 PM - Cranbrook Choristers Rehearsal
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11/6 Friday
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8:30 AM - Morning Prayer
9:30 AM - Al-Anon Meeting
12:00 PM - Women's Spirituality (11:30 Lunch)
8:00 PM - Choir and Orchestra Concert
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11/7 Saturday
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5:00 PM - Sanctuary Holy Eucharist: Rite II
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11/8 Sunday
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8:00 AM - Holy Eucharist: Rite I
9:00 AM - Rector's Forum
9:00 AM - Middle School Sunday School
9:00 AM - Wreath Sales
10:00 AM - Holy Eucharist: Rite II
10:00 AM - Sunday School
11:15 AM - High School "Hang Out"
11:30 AM - Docent Tour
11:30 AM - Saint Francis Children's Choir Rehearsal
11:30 AM - Healing Ministry (Order of St. Luke)
11:30 AM - Youth Group 6:00 PM - Congregatonal Evensong
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11/9 Monday
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8:30 AM - Morning Prayer
12:00 PM - Prayer Shawl Ministry
7:00 PM - Cranbrook Choristers Rehearsal
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11/10 Tuesday
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8:30 AM - Morning Prayer
5:30 PM - Liturgical Drama Rehearsal
5:30 PM - Investment Committee Meeting
7:00 PM - Finance Committee Meeting
7:30 PM - Shiloah Meditation Group
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11/11 Wednesday
| 7:30 AM - Bible Study
8:30 AM - Holy Eucharist: Rite II
9:00 AM - Prayer Card Ministry
9:30 AM - Adult Children of Alcoholics Meeting
6:00 PM - Renew
6:30 PM - Lay Visitors Meeting
7:00 PM - Cranbrook Ringers Rehearsal
7:00 PM - Understanding Your Grief Support Group
7:00 PM - Mission and Outreach Standing Committee Meeting
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11/12 Thursday
| 8:30 AM - Morning Prayer
5:00 PM - Cranbrook Choristers Rehearsal
6:00 PM - Hospitality Reception Meeting
7:30 PM - Cranbrook Choir Rehearsal
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| You're Invited! | | Who doesn't love those two words? These simple words can open a closed heart, bring joy to a saddened heart and turn any heart warm with a powerful feeling deep down in your belly. Giving invitations is really how God treats us - His invitation to His table is always open to everyone and as Father Bill tells me, He creates a feast like none other! High standards for a chef, right?
In the South it is customary for us to bring a newcomer, the infirmed or the bereaved, a casserole or a pound cake to convey our intention of hospitality. As much as I have learned to love a casserole, opening myself up to others in a way of being to convey hospitality can be more useful. It also takes the stress out of cooking!
Being hospitable means showing up for others - you don't have to be a great cook or be insightfully witty. It is about opening yourself up to others in a way that the "other" feels welcome, appreciated and special. Sometimes a simple acknowledgement of saying Hello with a smile is enough to make someone feel great.
Being involved with the Hospitality Committee has helped me meet so many wonderful people and develop a true sense of belonging with CCC. There are so many opportunities to participate in - receptions, dinners, coffee hours and special events. All of these events are an effort to support our fellow parishioners, clergy, choir and guests. The only skill necessary is a smile.
You're Invited to join me on Thursday, November 12 from 6:00-7:00 PM for a reception, fellowship and discussion on how you can participate on the Hospitality Committee. Thank you to all who have helped make this committee a vital part of our parish life and we welcome new volunteers to join us at our "table."
Chef Garland Perhacs
248.709.3069
garlmys@aol.com
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| This Week's Intercessions | | |
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| The Rector's Forum | | |
Living Religion(s)
Sundays at 9:00 AM in the Hospitality Center
We live, as the saying goes, in interesting times. Religion, once considered a spent force in society, continues to figure in world events as a source of conflict and compassion, of violence and peace, of wounding and healing. Join us for an informative and interesting look at some of the world's religions as we look for the overlaps that exist between them as well as their different claims about God and humanity.
The Rector's forums are recorded and can be viewed by clicking HERE.
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Choral Evensong and God in the City
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On Sunday, December 6th, we will be observing a service of Advent Lessons and Carols. The recital at 5:30 PM will feature a Baroque string ensemble.
This year, at our 6:00 PM Choral Evensong services, we will provide an opportunity for activists, academics, clergy, community leaders, and artists to share how they find God in the midst of their work in the Greater Detroit Area and beyond. After offering a sermon at our monthly Choral Evensong, they will offer additional remarks and take questions about the work they do during a special reception.
Our next Choral Evensong and God in the City preacher will be Mary McLaren Honsel, the Executive Director of Crossroads of Michigan on December 6th.
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| Upcoming Music at Christ Church Cranbrook Events | | | Friday, November 6th, at 8:00 PM - Birmingham Bloomfield Symphony Orchestra concert featuring the Christ Church Choir and guest conductor Christopher Wells. The BBSO will perform Zoltán Kodály's Summer Evening and Franz Schubert's Symphony No. 5 in B-flat Major. The Christ Church Choir will perform Morten Lauridsen's Lux aeterna with the BBSO. A pre-concert talk with Maestro John Thomas Dodson will be before the concert at 7:00 PM. Ticket information can be found at www.bbso.org. |
| The Parish Choir | | Sunday, November 15 at the 10 AM Service
The Parish Choir is an ensemble for teens and adults that sings alongside the Christ Church Choir several times each year. For these occasions, music selections are intentionally uncomplicated - chosen for singers who are not able to make a weekly commitment to the Christ Church Choir, but would like to be a part of the music program. Singers can join this ensemble whenever they are available.
The rehearsal will be held on Thursday, November 12, from 7:30 until 9:30 PM. On Sunday, November 15, rehearsal will begin at 8:45 AM for the 10:00 AM service. All are welcome to join us!
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| What? and When? are the Youth Mission Trips? | |  Find out the details on Sunday, November 15 at 11:30 AM in the Parlor. Pastor Manisha and Jill Bednas will be leading High School Hang Out and talking about the different "Disciple Trips" we have planned for this coming Summer. This is your chance to learn more, ask questions, and/or reserve your spot!
Every CCC Middle and High School youth has an opportunity to go on a mission trip! A mission trip provides an important avenue of spiritual formation for all young people. On mission trips, youth grow in faith through the disciplines of manual labor and simple living in community. While working for others, youth experience the generosity of those whom they are helping. These week-long trips provide a way to experience God that has lasting impact on a young person's life.
CCC is offering four mission trips for youth:
* June 27-July 4, 2016: Dominican Republic
* July 4- 11, 2016: Dominican Republic
* July 17- 23, 2016: Chicago
* August 7-12, 2016: Mission: Possible! In Detroit
Current 6th and 7th graders are eligible for the Detroit trip. Current 8th graders through college students may go on any trip. Trips range in cost from approximately $150 to $2,000, including transportation. Each student can receive help in raising funds. This year, we are delighted to be partnering with the Episcopal Diocese of Michigan and local churches to make these trips possible.
If you are interested in the Dominican Republic trips, speak to Pastor Manisha or visit http://www.edomi.org/yaya/camp-compassion/ to secure a spot and place a deposit. The trips will fill up fast.
Questions: contact Pastor Manisha (mdostert@christchurchcranbrook.org) or Jill Bednas (jbednas@christchurchcranbrook.org)
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| You're Invited ~ Special Coffee Hour | |  Sunday, November 15 - 11:15 AM
ONE BREAD Ministry is hosting a special coffee hour following the 10 AM church service on Sunday, November 15. Come and fellowship with OB Ambassadors and Newcomers as we gather together to enjoy a cup of coffee and a slice of artisan bread from the Give Thanks Bakery. Please join us as we get to know each other better.
"Because there is one bread, we who are many are one body,
for we all partake of the one bread." Corinthians 10:17 |
| Prayer Shawl Ministry | | |
The Prayer Shawl Ministry would like you to mark your calendars for the annual Knit Sale Extravaganza at CCC. We will be in St. Dunstan's Café on two Sundays, November 15 and 22, during Coffee Hours. A variety of hand made items including hats, scarves, mittens,ornaments, baby sweaters booties, and blankets, will be available. Think Christmas, Festival of Gifts, and Outreach Item on the Month. All of the proceeds go to outreach programs supported by Christ Church Cranbrook. Last year the Prayer Shawl Ministry was able to make contributions to Bound Together, Wellspring, The Mayson Scholarship Foundation, and the Boulevard Harambee.
It is never to late to join the Prayer Shawl Ministry. Experienced knitters and those who wish to learn are welcome. Our next meeting is Monday, November 9, from 12:00-2:00 PM. in Rooms 201-202.
What a wonderful God we have-he is the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the source of every mercy, and the one who so wonderfully comforts and strengthens us in our hardships and trials. And why does he do this? So that when others are troubled, needing our sympathy and encouragement, we can pass on to them this same help and comfort God has given us. (2 Corinthians 1:3-4)
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| Sunday School Outreach | |  Pennies for Piggies
In November and December we will collect a special offering during Sunday School for the Episcopal Relief and Development organization to help impoverished families make a living by raising pigs. Go "Hog Wild" and help the Sunday School with your spare change.
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| Youth Happening | |  Happening #17, November 13-15 at Christ Church, Grosse Pointe
Happening is a retreat weekend "for youth" "by youth" that allows young people (grades 9-12) to explore their relationships with Jesus, each other and the world.
Concentrating closely on the person and teachings of Jesus Christ, Happening gives those who attend the desire to understand and serve the church. Happening begins on a Friday at 6 p.m. and goes until 5:30 p.m. Sunday. Participants are expected to be at Happening the entire time. The Dioceses of Michigan and Eastern Michigan share in this ministry for young people. Christ Church, Grosse Pointe hosts the event. Click HERE for more information, a downloadable flyer and to register. |
| Item of the Month | | Collecting SOCKS in October! All types of socks are welcome including those for adults and children. These items will be donated to Crossroads of Michigan. Mary Honsell, Executive Director, stated that socks are critical to them as a prevention of frostbite and that athletic socks for men are most useful. After preparing lunch for our friends at Crossroads J J Benkert took the opportunity to talk with our guests when one young man in a wheelchair asked, "Did you bring any clothing?" When JJ asked what was needed he answered, "THERMAL UNDER WEAR AND THERMAL SOCKS." Prayerfully consider donating these warm items to Crossroads of Michigan. Thank you for your generosity in supporting this cause.
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| Episcopal Church Women | |  Tuesday, November 17, 2015 at 11:00 AM
The highly respected travel couple, Jim and Py Wolfe, returns with commentary on a newsworthy area - TURKEY: CROSSROADS OF THE WORLD. The slide presentation will include their extensive travels of Greek and Roman sites in Insatanbul, Antalia, and other areas along the Mediterranean coast, including biblical sites where St. Paul establishd churches. The places are ancient, the talk will be timely. All are welcome to attend this presentation in the Hospitality Center. If you wish to stay for lunch afterwards, please contact the church office at 248.644.5210 to RSVP.
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| High School Hang Out | | An opportunity for High Schoolers to hang out and connect with their peers and make a connection. If you are in 9th - 12th grade come check it out, come to the parlor immediately following church service. This is a new location. The parlor is the room straight ahead of you, as you exit the church at the end of the hallway, on your way to Guild Hall. Youth Leaders will be there to greet you: Pastor Manisha, Jill Bednas, David & Joan Jensen,or Michael & Maryilyn Roche. This is sort of High School coffee hour with guided conversation.
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| Women's Spirituality Group | | Women's Spirituality Group (WSG) on Fridays from noon to 1 PM. WSG is a way for women to develop a rhythm to their spiritual life by living in "seasons." We are in the season of the Scriptures. Pastor Manisha is leading a study on Galatians, a book in the Bible with a razor-sharp focus on Christ's work of setting humans free. Come for any or all sessions through December 18. Brown bag lunch and fellowship begins at 11:30 AM in Room 201-202. All are welcome!
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| Cub Scouts / Boy Scouts / Venturers | | A religious education program is being offered at Christ Church Cranbrook to encourage the spiritual growth of youth. This Religious Emblem Program is recognized by the Boy Scouts of America and Girl Scouts of the USA. The programs offered are: God & Me (grades 1 - 3), God & Family (grades 4 - 5), God & Church (grades 6 - 8) and God & Life (grades 9 - 12). Upon completing the program, a scout is awarded the religious emblem medal suitable for uniform wear. For registration and additional information, contact Scott Bednas at 313.686.1020, or email: sbednas@umich.edu
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| Thursday Night Movie | |  "Atonement" 2007
November 19, 6:30 PM, Hospitality Center
Based on the best-selling British romance novel by Ian McEwan, this drama/mystery portrays a 13 year old who accuses her older sister's lover of a crime he did not commit. Stars include James McAvoy, Keira Knightley and Vanessa Redgrave. It won the Academy Award for Best Original Score, and was nominated for six others, including Best Picture. Mike Frank will lead the discussion of this interesting, thought provoking and fabulous movie. |
| Fact and Fiction Fun | |
 Fact and Fiction Fun will meet again on Monday, November 30, 2015 from 7:30 pm to 9:00 PM in the Conference Room at Christ Church Cranbrook. The selection for this month is Chaucer's Tale: 1386 and the Road to Canterbury by Paul Strohm. In addition to reading the book, we will also read one of the Canterbury Tales: The Wife of Bath, which can be Googled and obtained online. Please come and join in the discussion.
At the beginning of 1386, Geoffrey Chaucer-lauded today as the father of English literature-was a middle-aged Londoner with a modest bureaucratic post; his literary successes had been confined to a small audience of intimate friends. But by year's end, he was swept up in a series of disastrous events that would ultimately leave him jobless, homeless, separated from his wife, and exiled in the countryside of Kent. Unbroken by these worldly reversals, Chaucer pursued a new life in art. In this highly readable social history, Paul Strohm, one of the finest medievalists of our time, vividly recreates the bustle of everyday life in fourteenth-century London while he unveils the fascinating story behind Chaucer's journey from personal crisis to rebirth as the immortal poet of The Canterbury Tales. In addition to reading the book, we will also read one of the Canterbury Tales: The Wife of Bath, which can be Googled and obtained online.
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| Thanksgiving Eve Service | | Start a new family tradition! Join us Wednesday November 25 at 7 PM for our Thanksgiving service. After the service join us for ice cream and pumpkin pie. Come, let us give Thanks to the Lord our God! Save the Date for our next Children and Youth Liturgical Drama at the Thanksgiving service. We have many silent and speaking roles for children Kindergarten through High School. Middle and High Schoolers are needed for leadership positions. Please RSVP for the casting call to Jessica Neeper at 248.506.1177 or email jneeper@christchurchcranbrook.org
Performance: Thanksgiving Eve, November 25, 7 PM.
Rehearsals: Tuesdays in November 10, 17 and 24 at 5:30-7:30 PM.
Pizza dinner will be served at rehearsals.
Attendance at all rehearsals is encouraged
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| Healing Ministry | |  Are you interested in joining our Healing Ministry? Members of Christ Church Cranbrook Healing Ministry are embarking on a new study for induction into the Order of St. Luke. The International Order of St. Luke the Physician is made up of clergy, health professionals, and lay people who feel called to make Jesus' ministry of healing a ministry they will engage in at their respective churches. Our brown bag studies will take place on Sunday from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM on November 8, November 15, November 22, December 6, January 11, January 24, and February 7. We welcome those from other Christian churches who want to discern their call to healing ministry. Please contact the Reverend Joyce Matthews if you are interested at jmatthews@christchurchcranbrook.org or 248.644.5210, Ext. 15. |
| Understanding Your Grief Support Group | |  Experiencing the death of someone you love may be one of the most difficult things you have ever done. Understanding your grief describes ten touchstones that are essential physical, emotional, cognitive, social and spiritual actions for you to take to help yourself heal. The group will meet at 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM on: November 4 (Room 201/202) & November 18 (Conference Room) and December 2 (Room 201-202). To register please contact the Reverend Joyce Matthews at jmatthews@christchurchcranbrook.org or 248.644.5120, Ext. 15. |
| Advent Family Fair | |  CCC will host the author and illustrators of The Advent Book, an heirloom keepsake book by Jack and Kathryn Stockman, during the Advent Family Fair on November 29 at 11:30 AM in the Hospitality Center. Jack and Kathryn will visit with parents and discuss Advent and other family traditions. This special coffee hour will include advent activities for the children while the parents visit with the author.
The Advent Book has sold over 65,000 copies worldwide. There will be a personalized book signing afterwards for those who wish to purchase it as part of a new family tradition or as a gift to loved ones.
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| Advent by Candlelight | |  Advent by Candlelight is a moment of quiet in the chaos that Christmas can so easily become. Many women describe it as the one thing they do for themselves during the holiday season - an evening of delicious food, warm fellowship, and thoughtful worship. It's a special holiday gift to our sisters, our mothers, our friends and ourselves and believe it or not, it's right around the corner. Mark your calendar for Monday, December 7th. All women are welcome! If you would like to hostess a table this year or if you would like to be our guest, just let us know! You may sign up to hostess a table or attend at the Advent by Candlelight by clicking HERE.
No special invitation is required. We hope you'll add this special evening to your holiday calendar. Reserve your spot by signing up at SignUpGenius site or with Mandy Andrews (mandycheesecake@yahoo.com) or Hillary Orlowski (hillaryjane@hotmail.com) by November 27. |
| Saint Francis Children's Choir | | St. Francis Choir meets on Sundays following the 10 AM Service! All children, 4 years old to second grade, are welcome and encouraged to join the St. Francis Choir and experience the joy of choral singing. Kate Bublitz will direct the choir again this year. Rehearsals are held in the Choir Room immediately following Sunday's 10:00 AM service. For more information contact Kate at kate.bublitz@hotmail.com.
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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.
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. |
| Old Rectory Resale Shop at All Saints', Pontiac | |
The Old Rectory Resale Shop at All Saints' Pontiac has new hours and all new stock. Fridays & Saturdays 10-2. All new, but gently used, fall and winter clothes, kitchen and decorating items, plus a huge stock of Christmas decorating items, at fabulous prices. The Produce Market is right next door, open Saturdays 10-2, with fresh fruits and vegetables at near wholesale prices. Our Book Nook has thousands of gently read titles for adults and children, Saturdays 10-12. Come by to shop or to volunteer. New help is always welcome for these major ministries of All Saints'. Pike & Exchange Sts., west of Woodward, between Orchard Lake and M-59. Check out our new website www.allsaintspontiac.org or Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/oldrectoryresaleshop.
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| Interfaith Question of the Week |
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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.
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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