Announcements

Coming Up at Christ episcopal church:

FRIDAY, JUNE 13 & THURSDAY JULY 17: FMC Service Hour Opportunities for Youth
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the FMC. Service Hour Opportunities: In June and July, there will be 2 work days in the FMC where your tween can earn up to 8 service hours for the 25-26 school year. We’ll be working on getting the FMC cleaned up for the next school year! This will be open to the youth group, too! Click this link for a general lunch RSVP to make sure there's lunch for those who want one.

MONDAY, JUNE 16: College and Young Adult Fellowship Event - Pickleball
6 p.m. at 7711 Broadway. Pickleball fun is about to go down! We will gather at the courts on Broadway for a game, then head to the Lindstrom’s for dinner after. RSVP to Susan at susanl@cecsa.org or 281-794-6964.

TUESDAY, JUNE 17: Popsicles in the Park
9:30 - 10:30 a.m. at the Crestwood Park in Terrell Hills. Catherine de Marigny will be at a local park with popsicles! Enjoy a summer morning with church friends, invite your neighbor or your child’s preschool buddies, and take a break from the summer “routine.” No agenda, no classes, just friends and fun. Click this link for a general popsicle RSVP to make sure there's enough for everyone. July 1 - Northridge Park, July 15 & 29 - CEC.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18: Movie Night at CEC
6 p.m. on the Outreach Pavilion lawn. Bring a blanket or a camp chair and join us for an evening of fun. We will be grilling burgers and hot dogs starting at 6 p.m. We will watch “Night at the Museum” beginning at 7 p.m. Join the fun! Please RSVP so we have enough food for everyone.

JUNE 23 - 26: Vacation Bible School at CEC - REGISTRATION IS OPEN!!
Join us as we travel to Egypt to witness God working through Joseph as he journeys from prison to palace. It will be a fun-filled week of songs, sunshine, learning, friends, crafts, and God's love. Volunteers ages 12-years and older and participating children may sign up HERE.

THURSDAY, JUNE 26: Summer Meet & Greet
4:30 - 7 p.m. at Susan & John Thompson’s home. Drop in for refreshments and a chance to get to know Fr. Joe and Becca Dewey at a very family friendly home. See all the details and sign up HERE.

SUNDAY, JUNE 29: Welcome Tour
10:10 a.m. meet at the Welcome Table by the Gazebo and take a short walking tour to learn more about our beautiful church campus, and find opportunities to connect with our ministries. For more information contact Andrew Fink in the church office, andrewf@cecsa.org, 210-736-3132. RSVPs welcome but not required.

SUNDAY, JUNE 29: 9th Annual Patriotic Pie Auction
Bakers, start your ovens! We will auction your patriotic pies to the highest bidders at our BBQ. Bakers are asked to bring JUST ONE of their favorite red, white, or blue pies (cherry, berry, apple, etc) to the Parish Hall in a disposable pie pan no later than 10 a.m. on June 29 to be part of the auction. The auction supports Wreaths Across America which we place at Ft. Sam in December.

SUNDAY, JUNE 29: 4th of July BBQ Lunch & Pie Auction
12:15 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Following the 11 a.m. service we will gather in the Parish Hall for our annual Independence Day celebration lunch. We will auction off patriotic pies to support Wreaths Across America. Lunch is $8/plate - please RSVP for lunch so we make enough food.

THURSDAY, JULY 24: Christmas in July - Pageant Prep
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the FMC. Let’s do a Christmas pageant in July! Sort of… instead of a pageant, we’ll be pulling out costumes and props to fix, update, sew, paint, etc. This is open to the entire parish to refurbish the pieces, props, and costumes for December’s La Posada pageant and have everything looking brand new. Click this link for a general lunch RSVP to make sure there's lunch for those who want one.

PLEASE REMEMBER TO WEAR YOUR NAME TAGS
Please pick up your name tags before the service. If you need a name tag, pick up a blue “Name tag request” card at the back of the church. You may place it in the offering plate or give it to an usher after the service on Sunday. You may also contact Andrew during the week at andrewf@cecsa.org or 210-736-3132.

UPDATE OUR ONLINE DIRECTORY
We need everyone to make sure their information in our online directory, Shelby, is correct. The primary on your family account may edit all information and upload new photos. If you need help, or if you need to change who is the primary on your account go to www.cecsa.org/connect-card. Check the box for "member who needs to update information" and add your changes/requests to the comment box at the bottom.

SEPTEMBER 25 - OCTOBER 3, 2026: Paris & Normandy River Cruise with the Gahans
Join Christ Episcopal Church and friends on a 7 night Paris and Normandy River Cruise on Amawaterways AmaDante with guest speakers Rev. Patrick and Kay Gahan. If Normandy has been on your bucket list or Monet’s gardens this is the trip you will not want to miss. Register now to pick your stateroom and guarantee your room category. Contact Susan Lindstrom susan@saltravelco.com for any questions.  

WEEKLY EVENTS:

Every Sunday:

Worship Services 
Services will be held at 7:30 a.m., 9 & 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. in the church. The 9 & 11 a.m. worship services will be streamed for our folks who plan to worship from home. You may access our live stream services on this website on the Live Stream page.

Summer Sunday School
10 a.m. Sunday School will be held in the Parish Hall and the Carriage House. There is something for everyone!

CEC Nursery
8:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Our FMC Nurseries will open in the first floor of the FMC in rooms 104, 105, and 106. Nursery Director Lily Fenton and our trained sitters will be there to greet infants through younger 3-year-olds and their parents. All safety precautions will take place as according to Diocesan and Christ Church policies. Come see our new Toddler and Two’s Pre Atrium in nursery 104. It’s beautiful and an introduction to our Catechesis of the Good Shepherd formation for the older children.

Children's Chapel
9 & 11 a.m. Chapel will change slightly to accommodate the changes that summer brings. Instead of bringing your child to the FMC chapel at 9 or 11 a.m., please keep them in the worship service until Father Joe invites the children forward in a short call & response. I will then lead the children out for a short and sweet summer Chapel. Children will return to the sanctuary for prayers and Communion with their families. 

Every Wednesday: 

Adult Choir
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Raise your voice in praise to God with our Adult Choir. If you are interested in singing in the choir contact Josh Benninger at joshb@cecsa.org.

Every Thursday:

Praying the Rosary
9 a.m. in the Veterans Chapel. Come pray the Anglican Rosary in our lovely garden each Thursday morning.

Every Friday:

Sort and Set up for Sidewalk Saturday
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. We need extra help to get ready for Saturday mornings. Doing some spring cleaning to get ready for summer? We need your clothes. We are in desperate need of men’s and women’s clothing. Bring to the church on Friday or Saturday mornings.

Every Saturday

HOLY EUCHARIST
8:30 a.m. Christ Church offers a Saturday service with communion on the lawn of the Outreach Pavilion.

SIDEWALK SATURDAY
8:30 - 10:30 a.m. Saturday mornings are the perfect time for families to come serve. All ages are welcome and there is plenty to do for everyone. We are here every Saturday from 8 to 10:30 a.m.