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Christ Church Clinton
8710 Old Branch Avenue, Clinton, Maryland 20735

-RECTOR:

Reverend E. Kent Booth

-Senior Warden:

        
Gail Russell

-Junior Warden:

        
Bob Lau

-Phone:
   

        Office:
301-868-1330
         Fax:    301-868-2074
  
-email
:    christchurchclinton@erols.com
Christ Episcopal Church - Clinton, Md

Ministries
There are many gifts, but the same spirit. Each one of us is called by the Lord to discover our ministry in life. Christ Church offers many opportunities to discover that ministry,  to grow as  Christians and to help other people.

The following is a list of the ministries at Christ Church. Please look over this list. If you feel that you would like to be part of one of these ministries,  contact Father Booth or our Senior Warden Gail Russell.

Acolytes
     Acolytes assist the Priest and the Lay Ministers in the service. Acolyte service  is one of the best opportunities for a young person to participate in the service.  Anyone, age 10 or over is eligible to serve.

    Please contact the Acolyte leader, Don Appold if you are interested in being an Acolyte.
Altar Guild
     The Altar Guild prepares the altar and the church for each service. Member place the Communion  elements in the church, arrange the alter flowers and take care of all linens, candles and brass that are used during the service. National Altar Guild Association.
Bible Study - Weekly
    At noon time on Wednesdays, a Holy Eucharist followed by Bible Study is held

   An Evening Prayer and study of Christian writings takes place on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm.

Brotherhood Of St. Andrew
     The Brotherhood  Of St. Andrew is an  Episcopal men's organization dedicated to prayer,  study and service.  Its goal is to bring men and boys to Jesus Christ. It is the oldest evangelistic ministry in the Episcopal Church. The Christ Church Chapter meets on the second Saturday of every month  in Dun Hall. National Website.
Church School/Youth Activities
     You can help The Church School at Christ Church in a number of ways. You can volunteer to talk to the children about your faith experience. You can help lead or chaperon a youth activity, The Church  School is always in need of craft materials.

     If you can help, please contact the Sunday School Director Jo Ann Appold.
Choir
     Make a joyful noise unto the Lord! Anyone who has a love for music is invited to join. Our choir sings  at the 10:00 am  and monthly combined 9:00 am service. The rehearses every Thursday at 7:30 pm.
Commissions
     A great way to take part in the life of the church is to join a commission. Every member at Christ Church is eligible to serve on a commission. There are four commissions at Christ Church:

      Finance, Stewardship, Building and Grounds is responsible for managing the parish's budget, Stewardship Campaign and property.

      Outreach is responsible for the parish's outreach into our community. Commission members promote the Good News of Jesus Christ in the community. Member help to coordinate our efforts to help people in the community and to helps others become more involved in the community.

      Inreach helps to develop and support a spirit of Christian fellowship within the parish. The Inreach commission overseas the Church School and youth activities. Also this commission is responsible for parish social activities.

       Administration/Programs handles parish communications; Works with the Rector, Music Director and Wedding Coordinators to manage parish worship services;


         
If you are interested in serving. any member of the Vestry can help you determine what commission is best for you.
Daughters Of The King
     The Daughters Of The King is an order of woman within the Episcopal Church. The mission of the order is to be the extension of Christ's Kingdom through Prayer, Service, and Evangelism. The Christ Church Chapter meets on the third  Saturday of every month . National Website.
Episcopal Church Women
     The Episcopal Church Women welcomes all woman in the parish. The mission of the ECW is to help women in the church carry out Christ's work of reconciliation in the world and to take their place as leaders in the parish and in the Episcopal Church. The Christ Church Chapter meets on the first Tuesday of every month. National Website
Lay Eucharistic Ministry
     Lay Eucharistic ministers assist with the distribution of the wine and bread during  Holy Eucharist services.  Also, these ministers lead the congregation in prayers and Bible readings.  One type of Eucharistic Minister, the Eucharistic Visitor, are responsible for distributing the Holy Eucharist to the sick and shut-in who are unable to participate in Sunday worship.

     If you feel you are being called for this ministry, please  talk to Father Booth.

Lectors
      Lectors are church members who read appointed Bible lessons during the services. Lectors often gain a deeper understanding of the Bible by reading the lessons to the congregation.

      Please contact Father Booth if you are interested in becoming a lector.
Men's Ministry
     The Men's Ministry is a service organization at Christ Church. Its members support the parish through service projects, parish social activities and fund raisers.
Phebe's Food Pantry
     Phebe's food Pantry offers food to needy families. The pantry is operated by the Daughters Of The king and is open between 9:00 am - 11:00 am on the third Saturday of the month . The shelves of Phebe's Pantry are stocked with gifts of food offered by worshipers at each service. You are invited to offer your gift by placing non-perishable food in the baskets at the entrance to the church.
SHARE Food Network
      The SHARE Food Network is open to everyone. SHARE distributes high quality affordable and nutritious food as a way to build community and strengthen families. Participants in the program perform two hours of volunteer service and pay $18.00 to purchase groceries worth approximately $35.00 - $40.00.

     Christ Church distributes SHARE orders........Christ Church needs people to help distribute SHARE orders on that date. Participants are also invited to purchase extra orders and to donate the non-perishable part of the order to Phebe's Food Pantry.
Vergers
      A Verger is a Lay Minister in the church who assists the clergy and helps to lead processions. Information about the  Vergers' ministry can be found at  The Vergers' Guild Of The Episcopal Church website .
    
     If you feel you are being called for this ministry, please  talk to Father Booth.
Vestry
      The Vestry is the leadership council of the parish. The Vestry manages the parish's operations, finances and property. Vestry members work closely with the Rector to define the mission and direction of the parish. Vestry members and Wardens are elected at the annual parish meeting.

       If you feel that you are called to leadership in the parish, then maybe Vestry service is for you. Please contact Father Booth or a Vestry member.