You Are Welcome Here
OUR MISSION
To Know Christ, and to Make Christ Known
WORSHIP SCHEDULE
Our regular worship schedule is as follows:
Sunday mornings at 8 a.m. Rite I Spoken Holy Eucharist, and 10 a.m. Rite II Holy Eucharist with children and adult choirs.
Sunday mornings at 9:10 a.m. Adult and Children's Christian Education (Sunday School).
Thursday evenings at 5:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist, with healing service the last Thursday of the month.
601 East Walnut Street
Springfield, Missouri
CHRIST CHURCH WELCOMES YOU
What can you expect from Christ Church? Please take a moment to watch our video find out what our friends and family have to say about Christ Church. Our Mission is "To Know Christ, and to Make Christ Known." Our Vision is to grow as a thriving community in the heart of Springfield recognized for ministry to our congregation, and world.
UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS
MissionPalooza is a place for high school youth and adults to “seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving your neighbor as yourself. Strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being.”
Cider Days will take place on Historic Walnut Street this Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This two-day fall festival will feature regional artists and crafters, three performance stages, fall-themed activities for kids, and, of course, delicious apple cider!
During Cider Days, the CEC Youth will be taking donations for parking in the parking lots. Your donations help cover the cost of many of the youth events and are greatly appreciated. Please be aware that Walnut Street will be closed during Cider Days, and plan your route accordingly.
Cider Days will take place on Historic Walnut Street this Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This two-day fall festival will feature regional artists and crafters, three performance stages, fall-themed activities for kids, and, of course, delicious apple cider!
During Cider Days, the CEC Youth will be taking donations for parking in the parking lots. Your donations help cover the cost of many of the youth events and are greatly appreciated. Please be aware that Walnut Street will be closed during Cider Days, and plan your route accordingly.
RECENT NEWS
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Summer Adult Forum: In July, we will read and discuss Gilbert Keith Chesterton's book "Orthodoxy." In August, we will read and discuss John Bunyan's "The Pilgrim's Progress." Please click on any of the above titles to purchase copies or visit our News and Announcements page for more information. Click here to listen to a free audiobook version of Orthodoxy.
Summer Acolytes: We are currently short on acolytes for the summer. If you are an adult or youth and you have ever been interested in serving as an acolyte, even temporarily, now is the perfect time to try it. Fr. Mark would be happy to walk you through the service, and will answer any questions you may have. If you are interested or have questions, please contact the church office at 866-5133 or email frontoffice@christepiscopalchurch.com.
Summer Community Dinner: The Outreach Committee will host our Summer Community Dinner on August 22, at 5 p.m. We need your help for our picnic theme with making baked beans, potato salad, cookies and dessert bars for our guests. You can sign up on the bulletin board in the hallway by the church office. If you would like to donate for the cost of the meal, place your check in the offering plate with Summer Community Dinner on the memo line. If you have questions contact the church office at 866-5133 or email hmbfoster@att.net.
Safe to Sleep: Especially needed this month are ankle socks, hydrocortisone cream, disposable razors, powdered lemonade, inexpensive washcloths, compact umbrellas, and volunteers. Thanks, as always, to those of you who bring items for the shelter. If you have any questions or would like to volunteer, please call Jane Mellers at 861-2443.
The Noon Bible Study group will not meet during the months of June and July. We will resume our regular Bible studies in August.
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AFFILIATIONS
The Diocese of West Missouri
The Right Rev. Martin S. Field, Bishop
The Episcopal Church
The Most Rev. Michael B. Curry, Presiding Bishop