Christ Church Clinton

Christ
                      Episcopal Church - Clinton, Md

Welcome to Christ Church!

Christ Church invites all to join us in seeking a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ through worship, prayer, study and service. Our goal is to spread the Good News, using our diverse gifts, our facilities and resources, to the advancement of God's kingdom.

Our vision for Christ Church is a vibrant church actively ministering to one another and to the broader community. We envision a diverse and growing membership engaged in continuing development of their spiritual life.




Worship Schedule:

Sunday Worship
9 AM  - Holy Eucharist

(First Sunday of  every    month, Healing Sunday)




Sunday School for children and young adults.


Coffee hour after each service.


Wednesdays: 12 noon - Service of Healing followed by Bible Study.

Community:

Christ Church Thrift Shop

May 5th     9 am - 1 pm
May 19th   9 am -1 pm


  Food Pantry


         May 19th
  9  am - 11 am


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Christ Church is handicap accessible.



Scene From Christmas Eve Pageant and Live Nativity
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Please Click Here for Videos from Christmas Eve Pageant and Service



Announcements:

Next Service, Mother's Day Sunday, May 13th

Next Sunday's service of Holy Eucharist at 9 am is the Sixth Sunday of Easter. There will be a table in the front of the chancel for pictures of mothers, grandmothers, aunts and significant women in our lives. Please bring in your pictures for the table.

The Readings are:

Acts 10:44-48 Psalm 98, 1 John 5:1-6, John 15:9-17

The readings may be found at:

http://www.lectionarypage.net/YearB_RCL/Easter/BEaster6_RCL.html

Meetings

Finance Committee Meeting – Monday, May 7th, 7:30 pm

Vestry Meeting – Thursday, May 10th, 7:30 pm

Newsletter – May/June 2012

The newsletter for May and June is available and will be sent out via email.Paper copies are also available in the church.

Kid's Kudos

Middle School Retreat - Four young people from our church attended the  Retreat this past weekend. They are Joshua, Tiara, Mahalia and Justin.

Tiara made Honor Roll this past grading period.

Spaghetti Dinner – May 12th , 5 – 7 pm

Christ Church will hold a Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday May 12th between 5 and 7 pm. Accepting donations.

Invite Everyone!

Please invite everyone you know to the following services at Christ Church:

Day of Pentecost, Sunday, May 27th – Please wear red as we celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit. The service will also include the Blessing of the Bikes.

June Celebration With Young People, June 3rd – At the service of June 3rd, we will celebrate our young people. As our graduating Senior, Brandon Clark will deliver the message at that service.

Jazz Concert, Sunday, June 17th, 4 – 6 pm

The Men's Ministry of Christ Church is sponsoring a Jazz Concert on Sunday, June 17th between 4 and 6 pm. Our featured performer is Anita King.

Here is her website: http://www.anitakingsings.com/audio

We are accepting donations at the show.

Looking for Something Special for Your Home?

Check out our new Thrift Shop Art and Furniture Annex. It's conveniently located right next door! Just ask our Thrift Shop staff for assistance. We have a catalog handy for quick preview, and we'll be be happy to arrange a visit if you see something you like.

Bishop's Appeal

The letters have been sent by the Diocese to all members. Please be generous as Bishop Marianne has been very good to us.

From Our Christ Church Health Nurse

The Christ Episcopal Walking Club will be meeting every Saturday at 08:00 am in Cosca Park.

Health Tip: Lyme Disease is very common in the Maryland – D.C. Area. It is a bacterial infection caused by a deer tick bite. It can cause permanent damage to the heart, nervous system and joints if left untreated. What should I do? Use bug repellent with 20% DEET. Check your skin and scalp for ticks especially after being in wooded or grassy areas and shower after being outdoors. See a doctor right away if you have been bitten by a tick or have the following symptoms: stiff neck, chills, swollen lymph nodes, headaches, fatique, muscle aches and joint pain. A circular “bulls-eye” rash may or may not occur around the tick bit. For more information go to:www.cdc.gov/lyme/.

Annual Parish Fishing Trip

In July, all young people and adults are invited to attend our Annual Parish Fishing Trip.

More information about the details and exact dates and times will be available soon.

Planning for Trip to Turkey In 2013

Reverend Cassandra is investigating the possibility of organizing a trip to Turkey in 2013. If you are interested in learning more and possibly going, please see Rev. Cassandra.

Oil Fund

It was decided at the Annual Meeting to set up a special collection on the first Sunday of each month dedicated to defraying the cost of our oil bill. If you would like to contribute, please utilize the “Bridging the Gaps” envelopes and mark your check with the words “Oil Donation”.

Car Raffle

It's time for the annual car raffle. Tickets are $5 each with two dollars of each ticket sold going to the church. Please contact Bill Hicks for tickets or questions.

ECW – Scholarship Fund

The Episcopal Church Women of the Diocese award scholarship(s) annually from their Memorial Fund (comprised of donations for church members who have died). Applicants must be female, Episcopal church members for at least one year, and must be pursuing a graduate or professional school level degree. The course of study must be in the fields of Theology, Counseling, Social Work, Health Administration, Nursing or Medicine. The due date for applications is May 31, 2012. Please contact the office for further information and/or application.

Weekly Prayer Conference Call

Christ Church offers a Prayer Conference Call with Reverend Cassandra and Art Taylor each Thursday at 7:00 am. The number is 641-715-3200. When prompted, please enter 941656. Please join and invite your relatives, friends and neighbors.