Announcements
Propers for next week: The Last Sunday after Pentecost, The Reign of Christ
2 Samuel 23:1-7; Psalm 132: 1-13; Revelation 1: 4b-8; John 18:33-37
The 2019 Church Calendars are now available at the church office. The price remains at $5.00 per calendar.
There are still a few spots left on the “Kettle” at Dewe’s. Please talk to the office, Marlene Goodfellow, or RosalieSpargo.
If you know of anyone who is housebound and would like to receive communion between now and Christmas, please let the office know.
Due to a lack of funds and rising costs, the Altar guild will be placing flowers on the altar only at the request for memorial flowers.
Saturday, Dec. 1st is the Nativity display at St. John the Baptist Church in Madoc, 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hot cider and cookies will be served.
Mike is downsizing his book collection, feel free to browse and take what interests you from the cart in the hall. Thanks
Parish Meetings
Parish council, Wednesday, November 21st 5 p.m
Upcoming Services
Sunday, November 18 – Pentecost 26
8 & 10:30 a.m. Morning Prayer
Wednesday November 21 – 10:15 a.m.
Sunday, November 25–Last Sunday of Pentecost, Reign of Christ
8 & 10:30 a.m. BAS
Retirement and Nursing Home Services
Friday Nov. 23 - 2:00 p.m. Hastings Manor
Tuesday Nov. 27 - 2:00 p.m. Eden Place
You are cordially invited
for a dinner and celebration honouring
The Reverend Michael Rice
on his retirement from Christ Church, Anglican
Wednesday, November 28th at Christ Church
Welcome at 5:00 p.m. Dinner at 5:30 p.m.
$20.00 per person
R.S.V.P. with payment by November 18th.
Christ Church 613-968-3478
email christchurch@ontario.anglican.ca
Parish Council Newsbrief
October 17, 2018
Designated projects continue to be realized with the lower aluminum glass door installed and the upper Coleman Street doors scheduled for mid-November. Spotlights in the sanctuary to be replaced with LED lights, and the church screens are mounted in our move toward digitalized services. The outdoor sign is being prepared also. This prompted a discussion for an insurance re-appraisal with our upgrades.
“What does Christ Church need and want in a priest moving forward”?
Alex provided a brief overview of Ministry options, with an open council meeting November 7 for a full presentation. The Diocese will provide an Interim Priest as we move forward with the Bishop on discussions, including the development of a parish profile. This is typically a lengthy process, which could take up to one year. Bishop Michael will join us for Parish Council November 21.
Financials are holding steady. A new financial software program is available at the Diocese, which offers enhanced tracking and reports, while maintaining Christ Church autonomy. This will move forward for further discussion.
Anglican Church Workers are active.
November 3 Bazaar; November 13 Remembrance Day Service meeting
November 17 catered birthday & potluck meeting in December.
Pam Park has been appointed to the ACW Synod representative.
Christ Church Caterers have six meals scheduled for December.
Worship committee
November 11 at 9:00 am.
November 18, 3rd Sunday will be morning prayer
November 25 will be Michael’s last Sunday with Christ Church. He will become “Priest-in-Charge” in Madoc January 1, 2019.
Literacy group had a successful re-orientation. There are 12 dedicated volunteers who made a smooth transition to the second year, with accolades of noticeable differences for the children.
Synod representatives will be making a full presentation to parishoners. Christ Church did withdraw the motion on the Canon 21 vote.
New Business – We are looking to establish a task force to examine parking solutions. Please see Lloyd for further information.