Good News Brief

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This web version is summarized to focus on pending public events/news for Christ Church; the full version may have additional announcements of interest to in-house groups, and future or off-site events.

Sundays	8 AM Rite I (Traditional spoken service) in the Sanctuary. 10 AM Rite II (Contemporary service with music) in the Sanctuary 10 AM 1928 Prayerbook Service: Holy Communion in the Chapel (Usually Holy Communion, but if a priest is not available Morning Prayer is read.)
Sunday Foodbank Collection	In light of the severe food shortages and rising food prices in the news, Fr. Steve is asking the parish to bring a can or box of non-perishable food to Sunday services. Toiletries and pet food are also appreciated, as are paper and plastic bags.
Oct. 12-26 Ministry Fair Sunday Coffee Hour	Ministry Fairs: Over three Sundays (October 12, 19, and 26), Christ Church ministries and activities will be present in the Undercroft following the 10am services. These fairs will provide parishioners an opportunity to learn more about the outreach, worship, and congregational programs of Christ Church. If you have been wondering about the adult education program or music ministry, for example, these coming Sundays may help you understand their missions and activities. These are examples of stewardship in action.
First Sunday of the Month Contemplative Community Group 12:15 PM, Wilson Hall	The Contemplative Community Group meets the first Sunday of the month for a potluck lunch, prayer and discussion in Wilson Hall from 12:15-1:30 PM. The next meeting will be on November 2.
Young Adults Mondays, 7 PM Lounge	If you are a young adult, ages 18-35, and would like a group that talks about politics, Richard Hooker, bible study, movies, and theology, then plan to join us on Mondays, at 7PM in the 2nd floor Lounge for the start of a weekly gathering of spiritual seekers. We guarantee good munchies, good topics, and good company. Questions? Contact Edie Burkhalter or Fr. Steve through the parish office, 206-633-1611, or rectorcec@earthlink.net (or catch us on Sunday morning).
Weekday Services: Tuesdays, 6 PM Chapel NE 47th Entry	Contemplative Evening Prayer: In this format, long periods of meditative silence are integrated into the prayers.
Rector's Aid 10:30 AM Wilson Hall	Rector's Aid makes handmade items to sell and raise funds for needs in the parish or charity. They meet Wednesdays from 10:30 AM to 2 PM and enjoy a brown bag lunch.
Wednesday, Nov. 12 Noon, Wilson Hall	Women of Christ Church -- Fr. Steve will regale us with tales of his family's adventures in Costa Rica this summer. Bring a brown bag lunch. Coffee and tea will be served.
Wednesdays, 11:30 AM, Chapel	Holy Eucharist and Prayers for healing are offered in the Chapel off NE 47th street at 11:30 AM. Please join us.
Wednesdays, 6:30 PM, Wilson Hall NE 47th entry	The Wednesday Night Eucharist & Bible Study resumes in October with Holy Eucharist offered at 6:30 PM in Wilson Hall and bible study at 7:00 PM based upon the lessons for the coming Sunday. Frank Shirbroun leads the discussion.
Prayer Shawl Group, Noon, Thursdays, Wilson Hall	Prayer Shawls are made for those who are celebrating special events as well as those suffering from illness or other kinds of trouble. The group meets at noon over a brown bag lunch and works on their projects. How-to help is available for knitting and crocheting. Work is done at home as well.
Bishop's Visitation in 2009	Confirmation -- Bishop Rickel will be visiting Christ Church on February 1, 2009. Edie Burkhalter will be leading a confirmation class for young people in middle school and high school in anticipation of his visit. If you have a son or daughter who is interested in confirmation, please see Edie.
Spiritual Quest Oct. 19+ 11:45 AM Wilson Hall	Series: For adults who are interested in confirmation, or renewal of baptismal vows, or who wish to be received into the Episcopal Church, Fr. Steve will be providing additional instruction on the Episcopal Church in addition to the Quest program during that series beginning Oct. 19. See full description.
PARISH ANNIVERSARY & ALL SAINTS DAY Sunday, Nov. 2 See History	8AM & 10AM: Nov. 2 we will be celebrating All Saints Day and Christ Church 105th Parish Anniversary. 4:30 PM: A Service of Remembrance will be held in the Church. This is an opportunity for the entire neighborhood to remember loved ones who have passed on. 6:00 PM: The Parish Anniversary Dinner, which will be potluck, will follow in the undercroft. Entertainment and parish celebrations will be part of the evening.
Advent Quiet Day, Saturday, Dec. 6, 9am - 2pm	Mark your Calendars! Advent Quiet Day, Saturday, Dec. 6, 9am - 2pm The members of the Mary and Martha Chapter of the Daughters of the King will be offering a day of prayer, preparation, inspiration, and quiet early in Advent. The day will be organized around the "O Antiphons" with opportunities for corporate worship, times of silence for personal prayer and meditation, reading, or journaling. You are invited to come and go as your schedule allows, but we hope that you will be able to spend the entire day. A sack lunch is suggested; beverages and light snacks will be provided. There is no charge and reservations are not required but they will be appreciated.
	A volunteer trip to New Orleans is being planned next February by folk from St. Augustine's on Whidbey Is. The trip is scheduled for Feb. 28 to March 5, 2009. Details are in the newsletter. Cost is $200 for van rental and in-house meals. Receipt of your check will confirm reservations. Airfare and 4-5 meals will be at your own expense. They have the St. Paul’s Homecoming Center with accommodations for 25, reserved for the above dates at no cost. Bring your own bedding and towels. Our own Judy Ostrow went with this group last February and can answer questions.
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