Boys Choir of Springfield (BCS) is a TUITION FREE, auditioned ensemble of boys, grades 3-12, with exceptional vocal talent. Positive role models lead the boys within this challenging musical environment in order to develop each member’s talent as well as to help them grow spiritually and personally. Membership in BCS is not limited by social status, race, or economics. As an organization, boys share their gifts in a variety of venues that encourage others to become involved in our community through the power of music.

Episcopal Campus Ministry (ECM) strives to offer deeper experiences in the faith journeys of college students through worship, fellowship, and vocational discernment. ECM is a lively place for mentoring the Christian formation of both seekers and those who grew up in Episcopal churches. At weekly ECM meetings, students are recognized, challenged, supported, inspired and engaged in honest dialogue around their faith in order to foster their potential. We provide a culture where students can imagine and explore new possibilities for ministry. These imagined possibilities are necessary for the continued vitality of the church and for God’s mission in the world. Through campus ministry, we equip students with the tools for facing the tough ethical, moral, religious, relational and ecological challenges of a complex world.

All Christ Church women are invited to attend Bible Study. We meet for an hour each Wednesday at 10 a.m. in room 102. We plan to read the lectionary for the upcoming Sunday and focus our discussion on the New Testament readings, especially the Gospel.  Bring your favorite Bible.  The different translations lend to some interesting discussions. If you have questions or would like a copy of the lectionary emailed to you before the meeting, please email Marsha Patterson at marsha.s.patterson@gmail.com.

Contemplative Outreach of Springfield invites you to join us again for Centering Prayer. We will meet via Zoom on Wednesday, October 13 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. We will continue to meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month each month. Father Jos, rector of St. James Episcopal Church, will be our host.

For a link to join Centering Prayer, please contact the church office at 866-5133.

Our new and improved Vinton program for all adults will be held on the second Thursday of the month.

For those who are new or may not know, The Vinton Program has been a part of Christ Church for many years. Vinton programs feature a catered meal with a presentation on music, art, history, etc. All adults are invited to attend.

We have several ideas under consideration including the addition of adult beverages during a brief fellowship time prior to our catered meal and program. Some Vinton dates may be at a local venue, with fellowship during our catered meal and program.