Greetings on this, The Reign of Christ Sunday.
- 8:30 am – Holy Communion-BCP
- 10:00 am – Holy Eucharist-BAS
In the Gospel passage from Luke 23: 33-44, we are abruptly and unexpectedly jettisoned forward to the foot of the cross at Golgotha. We come face to face with the crucifixion long before Good Friday. What does this unsettling passage tell us about discipleship in a most unexpected place?
To view readings for this week and the entire year, please use this link to the common lectionary. https://lectionary.library.vanderbilt.edu/
The Hymns for this Sunday are as follows: If possible look them up on Google or Youtube and listen to them.
- Processional Hymn: Rejoice the Lord is King
- Gradual Hymn: Crown Him With Many Crowns
- Offertory Hymn: All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name
- Recessional Hymn: The Church’s One Foundation
If you would like to donate an anthem in loving memory of someone or just to contribute to the music ministry here at Christ Church, please consider it. Thank you for your consideration.
Coffee Hour Hosts
Our hosts for coffee and fellowship this Sunday will be Glenn & Linda MIzener.
Coffee/Fellowship Hour is in the Library following the 10:00 am Service. A list will be up shortly beginning in January. Please consider signing up or call the office. We need more help to keep this ministry and fellowship going. We have hosts signed up to the end of the year. Thank you to all who host the coffee and fellowship hours throughout the year. It is appreciated.
Wednesday Services – November 26th at 10:00 am. “Let’s Talk About Grief” at 10:45 am.
Sunday School – The Teachers are looking for extra helpers to be there for an extra person. Please call Joy Kemble, Rev. MJ Meinzinger or the office. Thank you for your consideration.
Sunday School has begun! Please invite the Children!
Office Hours: The Office is open Wednesday and Thursday, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm; Friday, 9:00 am – 11:30 am.
Financial Givings to the Church
The following are ways of giving financially to the Church:
- through Envelopes
- E-Transfer to churchoffice@christchurchchatham.ca
- Through our updated Website www.christchurchchatham.ca – Select: Give
The Giving Tree
For the month of November, the Giving Tree will help support people in our community with concerns regarding food insecurity through our local food bank. All non-perishable donations will be gratefully accepted to help those in need. The following list can be used as a guide:
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Please be advised that portions of the Worship services are sometimes taped or photographed and placed on our Facebook or Website. If you do not wish to be recorded or photographed, please advise a Warden, Rev. John or the Church office.
Cash/Gift Cards (Orders due First Friday of the Month)-Friday, December 5th.
Please submit your orders to Vicki V. or to the Church Office Mail Box by 11:30 am on the scheduled Friday. You receive full value of the card and the Church receives a percentage from the value of cards purchase towards our operating fund.
Please note: Loblaws cards (used at the Real Canadian Superstore and No Frills) is appreciated towards the Little Food Pantry and/or Monday Bag Lunch Program. You purchase the card(s), donate to the church, and the value is added to your yearly contribution on your tax slip. We thank you for your ongoing support.
Pop Can Sundays – (first Sunday of each month)-Sunday, December 7th. Bring your empty aluminum cans in a tied bag (beer cans to be separate) and place them by the McKeough Memorial Fountain before coming into the Sanctuary. Thank you with this project.
Evening Compline Suspended until further Notice.
Spanish Lessons are Suspended until January.
First Communion Classes for Children Ages 6 to 10 - Tuesdays, November 4, 11, 25th , and Dec. 2nd, 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Please contact Rev. John or a Warden if you know of someone who might be interested.
Men’s Breakfast (3rd Friday of the month). 8:00 am - Friday, November 21st at Hungry Man’s Restaurant, Keil Drive.
Jingle Bells Christmas Bazaar will be Saturday, November 29th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. We are looking for donations of items for our Bazaar. You could assist by donating items for our White Elephant table, providing some of your great baked goods, canning/preserves/jellies or jams. Books are another item which can be donated. Show us your homemade Christmas items (knitting, crocheting etc.). We are also accepting slightly used Christmas decorations. Lunch will be available for purchase. Items can be brought into the office for the White Elephant table and we will store them until the date of the Bazaar.
Advent Bible Study – Sundays after Church. November 30, December 7, 14, 21. See you there!
We are having our service of Lessons and Carols during the Sunday, December 7th 10:00 am Service.
We are hosting the annual Mexican Posada on Friday, December 12th from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. This tradition commemorates the Holy Family’s journey to Bethlehem. Come join us for this Mexican tradition! Starting with prayers and music in the sanctuary, a candlelit walk with candles/flashlights. Bring your favourite Mexican inspired dish to share. Culinary talents of Padre Juan. There will be the traditional breaking of a pinata. Fun will be had by all! Join us! All are welcome to attend.
Empty Paper Towel Rolls, Egg Cartons only please being accepted. We are no longer collecting margarine and cool whip containers. Please no toilet paper holders. Thank you for your generosity. Place at the back of the Church.