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Christ Church, Chaptico King & Queen Parish News
Thursday, October 16, 2014
In the Episcopal Diocese of Washington
Many Hands Make Light Work and Fine Food
T
he Parish Hall kitchen bustled last week as preparations were made for another Christ Church Fall Dinner. Thanks to the volunteer efforts of many
parishioners, we served a tasty meal to folks who dined in and those who
purchased carry-out meals to take home.
A new item this year was crab balls, which were so in demand that we sold
out in an hour. The fried oysters had a little kick, thanks to a light dusting of cayenne
pepper that spiced things up. Outside, the oyster scald drew customers who like
their oysters straight from the shell.
The beautiful, contemplative space
that is Christ Church
It was a lively time indoors and out, and a successful fundraiser for the parish.
God bless all who volunteered their time and those who patronized the event!
Christ Episcopal
Church
25390 Maddox Road
Chaptico, MD 20621
Parish Hall & Office
Hours: Tuesday-Friday:
9am to 4pm
[email protected]
www. christepiscopalchaptico.org
Parish Hall & Office
37497 Zach Fowler Rd
P.O. Box 8, Chaptico
Office Phone:
301-884-3451
Mailing: P.O. Box 8,
Chaptico, MD 20621
Inside:
Clockwise from top left: Rev. Mariann and Barbara
Oliver peel potatoes; Robert Oppermann, David
Spranger, Greg Rocheleau and Mark Topolski pat
oysters; a tiny Wyant family member waits for a
treat from the bake sale table; the dishwashing team
of Henry Oliver, Billy Lyon and Lemuel Oliver; carryout patrons line up; Brad Reeves, Jonathan Lacey
and Don Sirk, the oyster scald team; Gretchen Sirk
manages the bake sale with daughter-in-law Renee
and daughter Jackie; Julie Burch takes orders.
Liturgical Page
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Worship / Prayer List
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Parish Announcements
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Parish & Community
Events and Health
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October 19, 2014 / Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 24
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Bulletin
Link: Bulletin
http://www.christepiscopalchaptico.org/httpdocs/files/Seventh%20Sunday%
Sunday
Link: http://www.christepiscopalchaptico.org/liturgical.html
20after%20Pentecost%207.27.14%20-.pdf
Sunday Services
8:00am, Morning
Prayer / Holy Eucharist
10:30am, Organ &
Choir / Holy Eucharist
Propers (Readings)
1st Lesson: Exodus 33:12-23
Psalm: 99
Epistle: 1Thessalonians 1:1-10
Gospel: Matthew 22:15-22
8:00am Holy Eucharist, Rite I
LEM: Kathy Cooke
Greeters:
Julie Burch & Joan Schuhart
Lector: Eb Cooper
10:30am Holy Eucharist, Rite II
LEMs: Susan McQuilkin & Monty Wright
Greeters: Helen & Katherine Wright; Lector: Clare Whitbeck
Open to all Acolytes
Refreshments: The Rocheleau Family
Rev. Mariann Babnis
The Lectionary Page - Find the full readings at lectionarypage.net
Monthly Liturgical Schedule: www.christepiscopalchaptico.org/liturgical/html
Office: 301-884-0644;
MBabnis@christepiscopal
chaptico.org
If you wish to contact Rev.
Babnis after office hours,
she may be reached on her
cellphone—202-285-5746.
.
The Episcopal Church,
visit www.edow.org
HOW SHALL WE SING THE LORD'S SONG?
A Weekend of Singing and Song-Making
"How shall we sing the Lord's song upon an alien soil?" the Psalmist wrote long
ago (Ps.137:4), lamenting that he and the ancient Israelites had lost the gift of singing and song. When music is lost, too much is lost. Come, then, to literally Sing a
New Church into Being next Saturday, Oct. 25. There will be an all-day music
workshop at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Waldorf, starting at 9am. The titles of
the sessions are: Teaching New Music to a Congregation & Balancing New Music
with Traditional Music. If you are interested in attending please call or email
Crystal and she will get you registered. There is a $15 fee for the lunch. Or you
can register on the Diocesan list at http://www.edow.org/events by clicking on
Oct. 25.
Pray for Parish Members: Clare Whitbeck, Thelma Fuller, William Mattingly, Rayetta McWilliams,
Caroline Baldwin, Bo Saunders, Lucy Richardson, Dorothy Pecson, Bill Edger, Diana Donahue, Lewis
Morgan, and Dana McGarity.
Also pray for: Richard Griffith - Colton; Ginny Zenefski - Donahue; Bill Armstrong - Baldwin; Marvin Miller,
Dee Brooks - Penk; Henry & Melba Lauver, Chrissy Cliff, Brenda Williams, Ray Faulkner, & Belinda
Tauber - Moore; Kay DesMarais – Edger; Gene Seabolt & Wayne Pettit – Cooper; Junior Farrell, Noah Merrell, John Depta, Peach Burch - Sirk; Yamamoto Family, Atwood Family - Fitch; Patricia McWilliams McWilliams; Antonia Stine, Brian & Ann Marie Tucker, Barbara Ganderton - Wright; Worthey Family –
Dollins; Kim Cullins – Nelson; John White –McQuilkin; Linda Hanson – Mike Oliver; Karletta Magura, Kenny
Halso –Smith; Beth Anne Kafasis — Hiebert; Edward B. Harrell, Doug HudenSchmidt – Schuhart; Rt. Rev.
Mark Dyer - Babnis; Jeffrey Chapman - Whitbeck; Scott Peabody - Heflin; and Juanita Gass - Reeves.
Note: If you know of anyone who should be added to or removed from the prayer list, please notify the parish office.
Parish Messages and Announcements
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Connecting with One Another
The parish directory put together as a tool for Rev. Mariann to familiarize herself with parishioners is nearly finished, with photos of many of you. A number of parishioners have asked if they can obtain a copy. The vestry has discussed this and would be glad to make copies available, to parishioners only. Before doing so, we want to give parishioners the option of
disclosing only what they wish to in the way of contact information.
Rev. Mariann will have sample copies at church this Sunday for you
to look at.
The directory will list your name, address, telephone numbers
and emails that are currently part of your record at the parish
office. If there is any part of this information you want updated
or withheld, please email Crystal at
[email protected] by Nov. 1. If you wish to add a
personal or family photo to your listing, and haven't done so, please
email one to her or bring one to her that she can scan. Thank you.
Search Committee Prayer
O God,
let your Holy Spirit be
with us in this time of transition. Give
guidance and clarity to the members of
the search committee, vestry, and all in
Christ Church as we seek your will for
us as a congregation. Send us a new
rector who will challenge, guide and
minister with us as we seek to serve you
faithfully. We pray through the Father,
Son and Holy Spirit. Amen.
Sheila Gibbons Hiebert, Senior Warden
Christ Church Members Open Their Doors
Grateful thanks to Rose Brinkmann, Helen and Monty
Wright, and Shelby and Gene Guazzo for offering lodging and hospitality to the acolyte team from Church of the Ascension in Frankfort,
KY. Father Jessee Neat had asked the good people of Christ Church
to provide two nights' lodging to those of his parishioners who had
come to Washington for the annual acolyte festival at the cathedral
this past weekend. Our trio of households graciously stepped
up. Thank you all!
Tri-County Animal Shelter
Donations
In honor of the blessing of the
animals, Christ Church hosted a donation drive, requesting supplies for the
Tri County Animal Shelter. Below is a
photo taken at the Tri-County Animal
Shelter in Hughesville as Mandy, featured in the photo, an employee of the
shelter, held our delivered donations.
Thank you to all those who contributed. The shelter was most appreciative
of our gifts for the dogs and cats.
Church of the Ascension: Left to right, back row–Ava Marie Allison
(purple sweater), Daniel Aossey (looking up), Deacon Rebecca Saager,
Reverend Mariann Babnis, and Keith Loker (Lay Minister).
Front row, left to right – Mackenzie Napier (zig-zag blouse), Alex
Aossey, Jordan Masters, and Craig Aossey.
http://www.charlescountymd.gov/es/
animalshelter/tri-county-animal-shelter
Parish and Community Events and Maintaining A Healthy Parish
Friday Night Sunday School
(FNSS) 6:30-8:00pm
FNSS, also known as youth
and adult bible study. The next session will be held on Friday, October 17. November session will be
Nov. 7 and 21. All are welcome!
Look for upcoming news
about our exciting, youth group holiday fundraisers: Honorary Turkey
Sale and handcrafted Christmas
Wreaths and Sprays that can be directly shipped to relatives and
friends for the holidays.
Please bring your family and
friends! Contact the office @ 301884-3451 for further information.
No fee! Click here for the full
program schedule.
All Faith Episcopal Fall Dinner
Saturday, November 1, 12-5PM
Held at Mechanicsville VFD
Hall. Menu: Fried Oysters, Stuffed
Ham, Fried Chicken, Sweet Potatoes, Green Beans, Beets, Applesauce, Coleslaw, Rolls, Coffee
and Tea. All Carry Out Dinners are
$22. Dining In: Adults: $22, Ages 8
and under $10.
Email: [email protected]
Visit: www.allfaithchurch.com
Christ Episcopal Church
P.O. Box 8
25390 Maddox Road
Chaptico, MD 20621
Fall Craft Show
Sunday, Nov. 23, 10AM-3PM
Sponsored by the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department
Ladies Auxiliary at the HVFD Social Hall.
The show will feature vendors from Southern Maryland,
Anne Arundel, Harford, Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties as well as Virginia. Free admission and parking.
For details, please call Leone Gatton at 301-373-2221.
PARISH HALL
FITNESS SCHEDULE
~Tuesdays~
Zumba at 6:30pm
Flaunt at 7:35pm
$6 per class or $30 for six classes.
Click here to view the full schedule.
For further information please call
Lisa Martino at 240-925-4153.
Emotional Health
October is depression
awareness month. If you are feeling overwhelmed, depressed, or
unable to do the things you once
enjoyed, it may be time to assess
your emotional health.
What should I do?
If you are concerned about
yourself or someone you love, take
a few minutes to complete an
anonymous self-assessment at:
www.HelpYourselfHelpOthers.org
~Thursdays~
Yoga with Lynn Burton
Two morning sessions!
Gentle yoga on the mat
with Lynn at 9am. From 9 to 10
we stretch the body from head to
toe. Class ends at 10:30 following a
period of meditation/relaxation
that will leave you feeling relaxed,
refreshed and renewed.
At 10:45am there is a chair
Kudos to the Lawn Crew!
exercise/yoga class. It begins with
Hearty thanks to our parish the use of light hand weights
(provided) and is also designed to
lawn mowing and grounds team
stretch the entire body from head
that kept all our outdoor spaces
to toe.
looking so good during the warm
There is a donation box
months. We all appreciate the extra
care they take with God’s creation. that is absolutely voluntary.
Parish Hall
37497 Zach Fowler Rd
P.O. Box 8, Chaptico, MD
Office Phone: 301-884-3451
Parish Hall & Office Hours:
Tuesday-Friday: 9am to 4pm
[email protected]
www.christepiscopalchaptico.org