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Chatham, Massachusetts |
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Weekly update May 15, 2012 To paraphrase the late, great Ed Sullivan, we’ve got some really big shows for you this week at St. Christopher’s. First up: The annual blessing of Chatham’s commercial fishing fleet at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Fish Pier. Back in 2008, Rector Brian W. McGurk partnered with the Women of Fishing Families (WOFF) to hold the first-ever blessing, and it has grown every year since then. Brian has been working with the WOFF women for the past two weeks and he promises some new twists. The service will begin with the fishing families, led by a bagpiper, processing from the upper parking lot down to the docks. “We’ll shorten the service, and put the emphasis on fishing families and their boats,” Brian says. “We want to celebrate this industry and the people who do this dangerous work.” The blessing will be followed by two big events on Sunday: At 10 a.m. Sunday, help us celebrate Youth Sunday, which marks the end of a wonderful Sunday School year. “It’s a time to honor all our volunteers and teachers,” says Ilene Bendas, minister of children, youth and families. The children will participate in the service, which also features the UnCommon Band and liturgical dances. And of course, cake and ice cream will follow in the Parish Hall. Finally the choir, along with Dr. Richard and Julianna Winchell and some special guests, will present a special Evensong at 5 p.m. Sunday in the Sanctuary. They will perform Messe Basse, “The choir has been rehearsing very hard for weeks,” Julie says. “We’ve also recruited some strong outside talent, including Carole Maloof. It should be a wonderful performance.” Whew! You’ve still got a few days to rest up! Have a wonderful week, Here’s what’s happening: PLANNED GIVING RECEPTION: It’s this Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Estate lawyers John Conathan and Tom Rockwell will lead the seminar and answer your questions. No need to sign up – you just show up! BIBLE STUDY RESUMES: The Rev. Dr. Ellen McKinley will lead the weekly Bible study, which resumes Thursday, May 24 at 10 a.m. in the Parish Hall. The class will study the Gospel of Luke. Everyone is welcome to this weekly class, which will run through June. SACRED JOURNEY WINDING DOWN: Only two more classes remain in Brian’s Sacred Journey class, which meets Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. Brian leads a discussion on Death, Resurrection, Immortality of the Soul and Heaven. Everyone is welcome to stop in. NEWCOMERS’ BASH: Are you new to St. Christopher’s within the past year? If so, please plan on attending a reception on Sunday, June 3 from 4-6 p.m. in the courtyard. Snack on goodies, sip a glass a wine and meet members of the staff, the Vestry and other assorted characters. If you’re interested, please contact Sue Sargent so her Newcomers’ Committee can send you an invitation. You can reach Sue at (508) 255-1005 or by e-mail at sue@sargentfamily.org.
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In this website you will find a schedule of our worship services and programs. We would be pleased to have you join our parish family. For we strive to be just that — a family, working together, sharing our various skills and talents to serve the true head of our household – our Lord, Jesus Christ! The Rev. Brian W. McGurk, St. Christopher's Mission We welcome all persons to the warmth and beauty of the Anglican tradition. |
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