The past week of activity describes Christ Church perfectly - not one or two but THREE Baptisms, followed by the Commissioning of our recently-elected Vestry members. Later that day, an incredible group of parishioners went to Merriweather Post pavilion to help support our larger community at the Howard County Pride Festival. Then just yesterday, our First Wednesday Fellowship celebrated FriendsGiving by taking part in an outreach activity - making Health Packs for our teache

As the holiday season approaches, let’s come together to support families right here in our community. The Howard County Food Bank helps over 1,000 struggling individuals and families put a warm, comforting meal on their tables for Thanksgiving. We are collecting non-perishable holiday sides and everyday cupboard staples to stock their shelves and make this holiday special for our neighbors in need. 📍 Where to Drop Off Your Donations: New Brick: Elevator Room Old Brick: Mark

The November version of First Wednesday Fellowship is a festive one - we will celebrate FriendsGiving in the Great Hall! Bring your family and friends for a genuine turkey dinner with all the trimmings; we'll provide the delicious turkey, and you bring the sides, salads, and dessert. Whether you choose cranberry sauce, stuffing, mashed potatoes, or any other wonderful seasonal delights, there are lots of options that are sure to please. After dinner, we will take part in a se

Today, as communities across the nation cast their ballots, we celebrate the shared privilege and enduring strength of our democratic process. Whatever our differing viewpoints or choices may be, our common hopes for a safe, thriving future connect us far more deeply than any ballot divides us. May this day be guided by mutual respect, peaceful reflection at every polling place, and a renewed commitment to move forward together as one community. #ElectionDay #episcomd #howard

On the first Sunday of most months, Christ Church hosts Taizé Vespers, a liturgy of Evening Prayer that combines scripture readings, prayer, silent meditation, and rich music. This beautiful service of contemplative prayer and music follows the tradition of the Taizé community of France, promoting peace and justice through prayer and meditation. November's Taizé Vespers reflect on Thanksgiving, which fits the season. Emphasizing attention to silence, prayer, and singing, Taiz

Taizé Vespers is a liturgy of Evening Prayer that combines scripture readings, prayer, silent meditation, and rich music. On the first Sunday evening of each month, Christ Church offers this truly beautiful service of contemplative prayer and music in the tradition of the Taizé community of France. This community promotes peace and justice through prayer and meditation. November's Taizé Vespers reflects on Thanksgiving, which is appropriate, given the season. Emphasizing atte

All Saints' Day at Christ Church This Sunday, we continue our fall schedule: At 8 a.m. in Old Brick, we celebrate Holy Eucharist without music. Our Family Worship is at 9 a.m. in New Brick and focuses on engaging our younger church members, featuring a special sermon and a Communion gathering around the altar. We then have our Choral Eucharist at 10:30 in New Brick. Collect for Today: Almighty God, you have knit together your elect in one communion and fellowship in the myst

In his sermon last Sunday, Kevin Berthound made this point: there’s always some good news. I found that powerfully poignant, especially at this time of year, when we are invited to commit our treasure, time, and talent to this community of faith and choose our political leaders. Listening to the radio and podcasts, watching the news on your TV or electronic device, and reading the newspaper may be more than challenging for many people these days. This is because media platf

Please Pitch In! Bring Holiday Sides and Year-Round Staples by Thursday, Nov. 19, for our Thanksgiving Drive for the Howard County Food Bank You can make Thanksgiving and the upcoming holidays special for those who depend on the Howard County Food Bank to feed their families. The staff of the food bank provides the makings of festive meals for 1,000 people for Thanksgiving and another 1,000 by Christmas. Christ Church contributes to this effort by collecting non-perishables p

This month, our theme is gratitude and service. As we welcome the time of harvest, we reflect on the blessings of God and consider where God is leading us to serve others. Join us for times of teaching and sharing, spiritual direction, meditation, inspirational films, and Fr. Mike’s healing space for trauma, grief, and hope. The 2nd Saturday Center for Spiritual Nourishment (CSN) provides opportunities for us to be in closer relationship with God by offering an array of exper

Pentecost XXII at Christ Church This Sunday, we continue our fall schedule: At 8 a.m. in Old Brick, we celebrate Holy Eucharist without music. Our Family Worship is at 9 a.m. in New Brick and focuses on engaging our younger church members, featuring a special sermon and a Communion gathering around the altar. We then have our Choral Eucharist at 10:30 in New Brick. Collect for Today: Almighty and everlasting God, increase in us the gifts of faith, hope, and charity; and, tha

Vision & Strategies Workshops Begin this Sunday, October 25, at 9:30 in Old Brick The Vision & Strategies committee completed its planning work by delivering the V&S Report at the Annual Meeting last Sunday. To support that transition, Vision & Strategies committee members will hold workshops beginning this Sunday, October 25, on the four presented ministry areas so existing groups can plan and begin the needed work together. Join us in Old Brick at 9:30 a.m. on: • Sunday, Oc

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Christ Church Supports the Howard County Food Bank & Other CAC Operations; You Can Help as Individuals at a Nov. 10th Fundraiser The Outreach Commission at its October meeting approved a donation of $500 to the Community Action Council of Howard County (CAC), to be used for operations in the area of greatest need. These are Vestry-approved funds derived from parishioners’ pledges and contributions. Thank you for helping our neighbors who are struggling. Soon we’ll launch our

Solo in Flight's Fall Farm Market Field Trip - Meet at Church this Saturday, October 24, at 9:00 a.m. Join us for a festive autumn excursion to explore two of Maryland's wonderful local farmers' markets: Bougher's in Westminster and Miss Jenny's in West Friendship. We will meet in the upper parking lot of Christ Church at 9:00 a.m. to organize carpooling, and enjoy a fun morning selecting fresh seasonal produce, crisp apples, vibrant pumpkins, local honey, and artisanal fruit

Your Help is Needed to Provide Support for Comfort Cases, a Long-Standing Outreach Group for the MOCC - November 19 The Men of Christ Church needs volunteers to help pack bags in support of Comfort Cases. If you are interested in helping out, please speak with Duane Smith at church or email MOCC@christchurchcolumbia.org. You can also find flyers around the campus with more information.

Christ Episcopal Church's 2026 Annual Meeting and Vestry Elections This Sunday, October 18, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. in New Brick Everyone is encouraged to gather with us for Christ Church's Annual Meeting and Vestry Elections this Sunday. We'll have just one service tomorrow, at 10:00 a.m. in New Brick. A potluck lunch, our Annual Meeting, and the Vestry Elections will follow. Please be sure to join us - we review our past year's ministries and activities while making plans for ou

This Sunday, we will all gather for the Christ Church Annual Meeting. We will begin with worship at 10:00 a.m., followed by potluck brunch and then the business meeting. The meeting will focus primarily on a presentation by the Vision and Strategy Committee, which was formed this summer to review a consultant’s report and recommend a way forward for our congregation. From all indications, the committee did a fabulous job, and I am most grateful. It is with great joy that I sh

Christ Church’s Annual Meeting - This Sunday, October 18 One Worship Service at 10:00, followed by Lunch and the Annual Meeting Everyone is encouraged to join us at Christ Church for our Annual Meeting and Vestry Elections this Sunday, October 18. We have only one service at 10:00 a.m. in New Brick, followed by a brief lunch (bring a quick potluck dish to share!). At the Annual Meeting, we'll review our ministries and activities from the past year, hear the Vision & Strategy

Christ Church Donates to Episcopal Relief & Development in the Aftermath of Hurricane Isaias Hurricane Isaias made landfall on Oct. 9 in the Florida Panhandle as a Category 2 hurricane. The storm unleashed several tornadoes and drenching rain in Alabama and farther north. Thousands of residents were coping with severe destruction, as described in an Oct. 10 NBC News report. In response, Outreach Commission members approved a $600 contribution to Episcopal Relief & Developme