UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS
2019 Bishop’s Day with Wardens, Vestries, Administrators, & Clergy
This event has been planned for those who are:
- new in their role as Rector, Vicar, Priest in Charge, or Interim
- all new and returning Vestry and Bishop’s Committee members
- church administrators
- ANYONE interested in church leadership – Clergy or Laity
Lunch is provided for all attendees with advanced registration.
Beginning on March 13, and continuing each Wednesday through April 3, there will be evening prayer at 5:30 p.m., followed by a Soup Supper and Lenten activities.
If you would like to bring soup and/or bread to the Lenten Soup Suppers, please use the sign-up sheet found on the bulletin board across from the church office. You may also email frontoffice@christepiscopalchurch.com to sign up to bring soup or bread. For more information, please contact Mary Bohlen at maryb@christepiscopalchurch.com
On March 30, beginning at 9 a.m. in the Parish Hall, The Rev. Carol Sanford will lead in a Lenten Quiet Day on the theme “Choosing Hope.” More details on the schedule for the Lenten Quiet will be announced soon.
On Sunday, March 31 an acolyte training session will be held in the sanctuary for all new and current acolytes after the 10:30 a.m. service. Acolytes assist with worship by carrying the cross or crucifix, by holding torches at the reading of the gospel, and assist with the preparation of the altar for communion. After the training, pizza will be served in the Parish Hall. If you or your child are interested in serving as an acolyte, please speak with Fr. Mark Ohlemeier or call the church office at 866-5133.
Beginning on March 13, and continuing each Wednesday through April 3, there will be evening prayer at 5:30 p.m., followed by a Soup Supper and Lenten activities.
If you would like to bring soup and/or bread to the Lenten Soup Suppers, please use the sign-up sheet found on the bulletin board across from the church office. You may also email frontoffice@christepiscopalchurch.com to sign up to bring soup or bread. For more information, please contact Mary Bohlen at maryb@christepiscopalchurch.com
“Go…make disciples…” but how? Hear some hints from Cursillo at Christ Church on Sunday, April 7, beginning at 3:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Join us for music and fellowship. Please bring a snack to share. Interested in learning more about Cursillo? Speak to Fr. Ken or call contact the front office at 866-5133. Applications are now available for the Sept. 20-23 two-day weekend. For more information, visit heartlandepiscopalcursillo.com.
The Maundy Thursday – Good Friday Spiritual Lock-in will begin with the Maundy Thursday evening service. This lock-in is focused on prayer, reflection, and caring for others as we remember the importance of Lent. We will participate in the Stations of the Cross, the Watch in the garden, meditation, service projects, and much more. We will end this lock-in with the Good Friday service at noon.
Check-in begins following the 7 pm Maundy Thursday Service at Christ Church on Thursday, April 18
Location: Christ Church, 601 E. Walnut St., Springfield, MO
Check out is following the Good Friday service at noon on Friday, April 19
Who can attend: Current 6th – 12th grade
Cost: $25
To register please click below
https://wemoyouth.formstack.com/forms/mtgf2019
If you have any questions during the online registration process, please contact Krista Heuett by phone (417) 838-4149 or email wemoyouthsouth@diowestmo.org
-A Brighter Haiti: Join us for the Missouri fundraiser for the Lespwa Timoun Clinic medical and nutrition program. Enjoy delicious food, an open bar, and dancing with music by The Mixtapes. Tickets are $75 per person and can be purchased at lightfromlight.me/abrighterhaitimissouri Special guests will include Pere Val and Carmel Valdema, our dear friends, who started and continue to manage Lespwa Timoun Clinic. A Brighter Haiti will take place on May 3, 2019, at 6:30 p.m. at the Diamond Room located at 2340 W. Grand Street.
