Parish News and Notes

Christian Education 2012-13

Pre-K through Fifth Grade: Sundays at 10am, continuing to the Peace at the 10:30 service
Sixth through Twelfth Grades: C.E. is part of the Episcopal Youth Community (EYC), alternate Sundays at 6:30 to 8:15 pm
Adult Class: Sundays beginning at 9:30
Bible Study: Meets Wednesdays at 10:00a.m.
Education for Ministry: EFMis a graduate-level program to prepare each adult to carry out his or her particular ministry. Monday Evenings at 7-10pm.

New Google+ Page

Christ Church has begun a new Google+ page ! In addition to the link in the first sentence, there is a permanent link to our Google+ page to the right under Other CECS Links with our facebook page .

Acolytes Needed!

We are in need of acolytes between the ages of 10 and 18 (and their parents) who are willing to commit to a monthly service at 8am or 10:30am. All events are rotated monthly and your schedule can be accomodated. If interested, please contact the church office by e-mail or phone at 985-643-4531.

This week at Christ Church

Sun, May 26: Holy Eucharist , Rite I . There is usually organ accompaniment for the hymns and service music, but no choir. The nursery is usually NOT available for this service , 8:00am; The Nursery is open, 9:00 to noon , 9:00am; Choir Rehearsal in the Sanctuary , 9:30am; Java and Jesus adult Sunday School Class, in Wheeler House , 9:30am; Sunday School , grades Kindergarten through Fifth Grade , 9:30am; Holy Eucharist , Rite II . Nursery available , 10:30am; Graduate Recognition We will recognize Christ Church's graduating seniors with a brief presentation and some light refreshments following the 10:30am service. , 11:45am; Confirmation Class for those interested in Confirmation or Reception on June 17th. , 5:00pm; Meeting of the Episcopal Youth Community in Wheeler House. A bit of prayer, Bible Study, dinner, games, and fun, all rolled up in one! , 6:30pm
Mon, May 27: Memorial Day; Boy Scouts troop 98 meets in Comfort Hall , 6:30pm; Education for Ministry meets in Wheeler House. EFM is a four year postgraduate course to prepare adults for their particular ministries. , 6:30pm
Tue, May 28: The Welcome Team meets in the Wheeler House to plan publicity, greeting, fellowship, and special events , 6:30pm; Boy Scouts Leadership Committee Meets , 7:00pm
Wed, May 29: Bible Study in the Morgan Library , 10:00am; Eucharist and Healing Service , 5:30pm; English as a Second Language Class , a ministry of St. Tammany Literacy Assistance, is taught in Wheeler House , 7:00pm
Thu, May 30: The Chancel Choir Practices in Comfort Hall. , 7:00pm
Fri, May 31: No Events Scheduled
Sat, Jun 1: No Events Scheduled
Sun, Jun 2: Holy Eucharist , Rite I . There is usually organ accompaniment for the hymns and service music, but no choir. The nursery is usually NOT available for this service , 8:00am; The Nursery is open, 9:00 to noon , 9:00am; Pancake Breakfast , cooked and served by the Men's Club. $5 for all-you-can-eat pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, biscuits, fruit kabobs, coffee, and juice. Net proceeds benefit Camp Hardtner tuition and other Men's Club projects. , 9:10am; Choir Rehearsal in the Sanctuary , 9:30am; Java and Jesus adult Sunday School Class, in Wheeler House , 9:30am; Sunday School , grades Kindergarten through Fifth Grade , 9:30am; Holy Eucharist , Rite II . Nursery available , 10:30am; Hospitality Hour Join us following the 10:30 Eucharist for coffee, punch, snacks, and conversation , 11:45am; Confirmation Class for those interested in Confirmation or Reception on June 17th. , 5:00pm

Major Events

Sun, May 26: Graduate Recognition We will recognize Christ Church's graduating seniors with a brief presentation and some light refreshments following the 10:30am service. , 11:45am
Mon, May 27: Memorial Day
Sun, Jun 16: Annual Visit by Bishop Thompson . This is your opportunity to be Confirmed, Received, or Reconfirmed. Confirmation Classes begin May 5th. Schedule of services for Father's Day TBD.
Sun, Aug 4: Rummage Sale Fund Raiser. Additional details to come!

Duty Schedule for May 26, 2013
(Trinity Sunday)

ALTAR GUILD

SATURDAY SETUP: Carolyn Rispoli; Carol Smith
BETWEEN: Anne Hancock
CLEANSE: Jean Almos
COLOR/NOTES: White

8:00 SERVICE

USHERS: Ed Hooks; Ed McLellan
Lectors: Ed Hooks (OT); Bill Costello (EP)
EM: Jack Cerny
ACOLYTES: Cody Tisdale; Caitlyn Tisdale

10:30 SERVICE

EMS: Jean Almos; Jacques Walker
USHERS: Bob Lawrence; Sudee Campbell
FIRST READING: Linda Mejias; Proverbs 8:1-4,22-31
SECOND READING: Gina Jenkins; Romans 5:1-5
PSALM & GOSPEL: Psalm 8; John 16:12-15
INTERCESSION: Kit McLellan
ACOLYTES: Gus Michel III (Cr)
SUNDAY SCHOOL K-5: Susan Canal; Carol Smith
BREAD BAKER: John Harrington

If you are serving on the altar, please show up at least ten minutes before the service.

Contact Information

The Right Rev'd Morris K. Thompson, Bishop of Louisiana
http://www.edola.org
The Rev. Harry Jenkins, Rector
Stephanie Addington, Administrative Assistant

Hours: Tue-Fri 9:00a.m. - 2:00p.m.
Voice: 985/643-4531
FAX: 985/641-5842
Steve Comeaux, Choir Director & Organist