Christ Episcopal Church

“It’s All Relative”

February 14, 2016: May God’s words alone be spoken, may God’s words alone be heard. Amen. A few days ago on Ash Wednesday, folks were going about their daily business, only to look up from their phones to see people with ashes on their forehead. More than one person told me that the reaction was…

“Remember Last Week’s Sermon?”

February 7, 2016: May God’s words alone be spoken, may God’s words alone be heard. Amen. Welcome to the last Sunday in Epiphany. Can you believe that Ash Wednesday is this week? And as we do every year, we end this season of manifestations – epiphanies – with a mountaintop experience. Now, at convention, we…

Youth Raise Awareness & $500 In The Souper Bowl!

The Christ Church Youth Group teamed up to raise funds and collect food donations as part of the Souper Bowl of Caring.  Their team – the Christ Church Saints – were ready at our Sunday services on February 7th, Super Bowl Sunday for the NFL, to collect for our food ministry, which provides donations to the…

“Anointed To Proclaim”

January 31, 2016: May God’s words alone be spoken, may God’s words alone be heard. Amen. So, do you get the feeling you got dropped into the middle of a story this morning? Don’t you hate when that happens? I mean, you go out to get popcorn…or say, miss church due to a blizzard called…

Diocesan High School Retreat

Happening – A Christian Experience is a fabulous program for youth in grades 9-12 to make new friends, relax and have lots of fun in a safe environment while exploring their own spirituality. We are privileged to serve as the host site for Happening February 5-7th. Approximately 30 High School youth from all over the…

The Blizzard Of 2016

Despite the valiant efforts of our fearless and fashionable Sexton, all services had to be canceled. What a storm!  We pray for the families of all those who lost their lives.   We also give thanks for all those who helped clear the streets of snow, and who cared for those in need.

“What Were You Expecting?”

January 10, 2016: May God’s words alone be spoken, may God’s words alone be heard. Amen. Okay, so how many of you bought a lottery ticket? I did. And the best part is always before the drawing (well, unless you win, I suppose). I mean, you think about all the things you might do with…

“A Visit From The Wise Guys”

Based upon a concept by the Rev. Phillip Dana Wilson – Used with permission January 3, 2016: May God’s words alone be spoken, may God’s words alone be heard. Amen. This will fortunately for all of you, be the last year I can do this…[singing] “On the 10th day of Christmas my TV gave to…

“Flashlights, Mirrors, & Geese”

December 27, 2015: May God’s words alone be spoken, may God’s words alone be heard. Amen. Well, you made it! All over the stores and Facebook, it would seem that Christmas is over. The stores have “after Christmas” sales on, and have started putting out Valentine’s Day displays. Everything can go back to normal –…