| This Weekend's Readings | The Second Sunday of Advent
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This Weekend's Preacher
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The Reverend Manisha Dostert (8 AM)
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12/3 Thursday
| 8:30 AM - Morning Prayer
5:00 PM - Cranbrook Choristers Rehearsal
7:30 PM - Christ Church Choir Rehearsal
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12/4 Friday
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8:30 AM - Morning Prayer
9:30 AM - Al-Anon Meeting
11:30 AM - Women's Spirituality
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12/5 Saturday
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5:00 PM - Festival of Gifts
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12/6 Sunday
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8:00 AM - Holy Eucharist: Rite I
9:00 AM - Rector's Forum
10:00 AM - Festival of Gifts
11:30 AM - Docent Tour
11:30 AM - Healing Ministry (Order of St. Luke)
11:30 AM - Saint Francis Choir Rehearsal
5:30 PM - Pre-Service Recital 6:00 PM - Advent Lessons and Carols
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12/7 Monday
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8:30 AM - Morning Prayer
6:00 PM - Advent by Candlelight
7:00 PM - Cranbrook Choristers Rehearsal
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12/8 Tuesday
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8:30 AM - Morning Prayer
4:30 PM - God and Family
7:00 PM - Finance Committee Meeting
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12/9 Wednesday
| 7:30 AM - Bible Study
8:30 AM - Holy Eucharist: Rite II
9:15 AM - Prayer Card Ministry
9:30 AM - Adult Children of Alcoholics Meeting
4:00 PM - Salon Concert & High Tea
5:00 PM - Stewardship Committee Meeting
6:00 PM - Renew Service
7:00 PM - Cranbrook Ringers Rehearsal
7:00 PM - Buildings & Grounds Committee Meeting
7:00 PM - Mission & Outreach Standing Committee Meeting
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12/10 Thursday
| 8:00 AM - Vestry Executive Board Meeting
8:30 AM - Morning Prayer
5:00 PM - Cranbrook Choristers Rehearsal
7:30 PM - Christ Church Choir Rehearsal
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| Advent Lessons and Carols | | This Sunday, December 6th, an evening liturgy will be held in the church - Advent Lessons & Carols. Like Evensong, the "Lessons & Carols" tradition is one of most beloved service in the Anglican tradition. Bookended by some traditional opening and closing liturgical happenings, the service largely proceeds alternating with scriptural readings, musical selections performed by the choir, and seasonal hymns (carols) sung by the congregation.
The ancient people of God, the Jews, looked forward to the coming of God's Kingdom when there would be a new order of justice and righteousness. The early Church saw that the Kingdom had been anticipated and experienced through the life and ministry of Jesus Christ, but still prayed 'Thy Kingdom come', looking forward to a second coming and the final consummation of all things. The pattern of this Advent service reflects the season's growing anticipation, both of the first coming of Christ and of that Day when the prayer 'Thy Kingdom come' is finally and fully answered.
The Prelude (starting at 5:30 PM) this year will feature a string ensemble of "period instruments" - baroque violins, baroque cellos, and viola da gambas (predecessor of the modern cello). Musical selections for the prelude will include trio sonatas by Archangelo Corelli and Alessandro Stradella, duets by George Philipp Telemann, and two consort pieces on the Marian hymn Alma redemptoris mater by William Byrd and Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina.
The Choral anthems will pair with the prelude to form highlights of Renaissance music for Advent: Michael Wise - Prepare ye the way; Orlando Gibbons - This is the record of John; Adrian Batten - Magnificat (from the fourth service); Martin Peerson - Blow out the trumpet in Sion; and others.
We are honored to have Mary Honsel, Executive Director of Crossroads, as our guest preacher for this service. In addition, representatives from the community will deliver the readings - Diedre Waterman, (Mayor of Pontiac), and Bruce Peterson (Chair of the Board of Trustees for Cranbrook), and John Cunningham (Junior Warden, Christ Church Cranbrook).
A festive reception will follow the service in the Guild Hall. All are invited! |
| This Week's Intercessions | | |
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| Festival of Gifts This Weekend! | |  A long-standing Christ Church Cranbrook tradition continues. On Saturday, December 5 (5 PM) and Sunday, December 6 (10 AM), the Acolyte Corps of Christ Church Cranbrook will present a long-standing parish tradition - the Festival of Gifts - telling and acting out the Christmas story. The highlight of this special event is the live nativity - complete with real animals - in St. Paul's Chapel. Parishioners are invited/encouraged to bring unwrapped gifts, which will be collected by various service agencies in southeast Michigan. These agencies will "shop" on Monday, December 7 for those in need - at-risk, low-income youth and young adults, ages newborn to 21. Items requested include, but are not limited to cold weather gear, college-themed hoodies (teen/adult sizes), infant/toddler clothing, toys, board games, card games, arts and crafts, age appropriate books, puzzles, action figures, dolls and sporting good items. |
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In keeping with the Spirit of Christmas and celebrating the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ, we will be collecting BABY ITEMS this month. These donations will be delivered to the Center for Children, a division of Focus:HOPE and Crossroads of Michigan. Some suggestions are layette sets, baby toiletries, crib sheets and blankets, children clothing 0 - 4T, diapers newborn to 4T and bottle sets. Please place your donations in the bins located in the Narthex and at the South Entrance. Thank you for helping these precious children.
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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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| Salon Concert and High Tea | | Wednesday, December 9 at 4 PM
A beloved tradition at Christ Church Cranbrook, these jazz flavored musical presentations are offered with Tea and Hors d'oeuvres in the Guild Hall. Join us for what has become an annual holiday tradition by welcoming back harp trio, Christa Grix Trio - Chrisa Grix, harp, Kurt Krahnke, bass, and Pete Siers, percussion. Free-will offering. All are welcome! |
| Blue Christmas Service | |  Sunday, December 20 at 4:00 PM - St. Dunstan's Chapel
This service offers comfort, hope, and healing for all who are challenged by this year's holiday season. The holidays have a way of focusing and heightening our sorrows, sadness and fears. We are missing our loved ones, worrying about money, and obtaining suitable employment, wondering what's true. At the Blue Christmas service, we will have a chance to address the sad, dark things that are weighing us down and ask God's help to endure them, pray for their healing, and reach for hope. The Service will include: Prayer & Song, Comforting scripture and words of encouragement, Holy Eucharist, Healing station for very specific and private prayer, and Pastoral counsel, light refreshments and friendly companionship.
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| Christmas Services | | Please join us for Christmas Eve services on Thursday, December 24th. This year we will be offering four unique services:
Jazz Mass, 1:00 PM
Family Service, 4:00 PM
Festival Holy Eucharist, 7:00 PM, featuring brass and choir
Choral Holy Eucharist, 10:00 PM, featuring brass and choir
On Christmas Day, we will have celebrate Holy Eucharist at 10:00 AM, followed by the Christmas Brunch (for more details on the brunch, see below).
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| Christmas Day Brunch | |  Join us on December 25th at 11:00 AM for a traditional Christmas Day feast with turkey, ham, and all the trimmings. You will also enjoy appetizers, festive music and warm-hearted conversation with others in the community. Please RSVP by December 22 to Shirley Green at 248.253.1316 or the church office at 248-644-5210. Transportation can be arranged if needed. All are welcome! |
| Feed the hungry in January! | | On Wednesday, January 6, the day we celebrate Epiphany, the visit of the Magi to the Christ child, CCC is visiting with our brothers and sisters at the Baldwin Center to serve a meal.
We need eight helpers from 10 AM-1 PM. On Saturday, January 16, we need four helpers from 10 AM-1 PM.
Sign up HERE or contact Pastor Manisha (mdostert@christchurchcranbrook.org).
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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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| What? and When? are the Youth Mission Trips? | |  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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| 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. 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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| 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 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. |
| 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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| Member Directory Advertising | | Cathedral Directories is publishing our annual member directory and is looking for advertisers in support of this publication. If you would be interested in advertising this year or would like more information please contact Cathy Hunley at Cathedral Directories, 248.545.1415, Ext. 110. The deadline for ads is February 15, 2016.
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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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