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Important Notices
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• The office will be closed November 26th and November 27th!
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• Bible study is on break until January. Stay tuned for Advent devotions.
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• We sent out annual pledge campaign letters last week along with worship information. With faith-filled generosity, please give that we may maintain a strong presence for ourselves and the broader community.
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• Congratulations to John Endress whom Bishop DeDe appointed to the Commission on Ministry. Many thanks to our lay Diocesan delegates and alternate delegate: Kevin Shea, Mark Smith and John Endress.
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Thank you to those who donated food to our CHOW pantry in an effort to help make a special holiday season for others, including Suzanne Barnes who cares for our CHOW garden, Barb Stanton and Kevin Shea for getting turkeys for our CHOW clients, and Desireé's mother (China). The effort to support the members of our local community is crucial. We applaud those at Christ Church who are making efforts large and small to support others.
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Sunday School at 10:00 a.m.
To receive the Zoom link for classes please confirm your attendance here.
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Worship Schedule
November 29th: Advent 1 via YouTube only.
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December 6th: Bishop's visitation worship via Zoom at 10:00 a.m.
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Holy Eucharist
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Join us as we celebrate the Holy Eucharist on the First Sunday of Advent. The Sunday Worship Service will be uploaded to the YouTube channel by 12 a.m. Sunday morning.
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Compline and Conversations on Race
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Join us each Wednesday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. via Zoom for Compline and Conversation on Race. This is a special time to anchor our midweek with prayer and to explore together the stories, history and questions of race in our country.
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Volunteer Schedules
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Reading Schedule
December 6: L. Trevarthan
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As we near the holiday season we ask for parishioners to keep our CHOW clients in their thoughts, as many of them rely on CHOW for meals for their families. We are currently in need of toiletries (full-size bottles of shampoo, lotions, etc), toothpaste and toothbrushes, toilet paper, diapers, and female hygiene products.
Donations via our donation page or check are also welcome.
Connie, our parishioner who worked closely with CHOW is now battling cancer. In place of meals for her and her family, she has requested donations for the CHOW pantry.
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Pledges & Donations
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Pledges and other donations can be mailed to the church. If you do not have envelopes, we will use the name on your check.
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Please note our online donations are up and running. You can donate via our website at www.christepiscopalbing.com/donate/. With thanks to Ryan Davis, you can now simply click donate to send your pledge or other special donations. You can donate specifically to CHOW, Katie's Closet, the Rector's Discretionary Fund and Cross/Roof Repair.
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Prayers & Prayer List
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A Prayer to honor Indigenous Peoples Month
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Let me not look away, O God, from any truth I should see. Even if it is difficult, let me face the reality in which I live. I do not want to live inside a cosseted dream, imagining I am the one who is always right, or believing only what I want to hear. Help me to see the world through other eyes, to listen to voices distant and different, to educate myself to the feelings of those with whom I think I have nothing in common. Break the shell of my indifference. Draw me out of my prejudices and show me your wide variety. Let me not look away. Amen
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Prayer List
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We ask that our parishioners pray for Alli, Anne, Bob, Carolyn, Connor, George, Sharon, Rose, Millie, Joell, Mario, Connie, and Kristina.
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A Word From Your Senior Warden
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A Note From Mother Elizabeth
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Phoenix Chamber Choir created a musical public service announcement by rearranging "Longest Time" by Billy Joel. Click the image to watch the video!
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Latest Posts
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Faith-Filled Generosity
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Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received.1 Peter 4:10 Our stewardship campaign this year highlights “Faith-Filled Generosity.” As we have faced disruptions, losses, and anxieties this past year, I have been impressed by the creativity, generosity and commitment of the Christ Episcopal Church community. Our Church was …
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Living Without an Answer
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“And the Lord had respect for Abel and his offering; But for Cain, his offering had no respect.” Gen 4:4-5 This week’s reflection is from Mr. John Endress, Licensed Lay Preacher. Upon suggestion, I re-read Genesis 4. In it, Cain and his brother Abel give offerings to the Lord. Abel’s offering is respected and Cain’s is not. Most folks read …
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Gratitude in Adversity
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Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18. Each Monday midday I participate in Grow Your Gratitude Yoga What began as a way to support Black-owned businesses led me to an excellent class which is transforming my heart thanks to a gifted teacher and her gratitude …
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Despite the changes around us we are a Church and a community that stands together in faith despite adversity. We feel fortunate to have each other during these difficult and uncertain times.
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