Pentecost VI at Christ Church 8:00 Holy Eucharist 9:00 Family Worship 10:30 Choral Eucharist All three services take place in New Brick. Collect for Today: O God, you have taught us to keep all your commandments by loving you and our neighbor: Grant us the grace of your Holy Spirit, that we may be devoted to you with our whole heart, and united to one another with pure affection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ev

One of the hallmarks of every summer at Christ Church is our annual Crab Feast. We begin by piling bushels of crabs onto paper tablecloths, grab a stack of napkins, and prepare to get MESSY. And it is worth every bit of the mess. Add some tasty barbecue for those choosing to skip the shellfish, and you have the makings of a fantastic feast, indeed. Though the midsummer heat wave tried its best to wilt the day's spirits, the warmth indoors was entirely generated by fellowship.

Donation to UNICEF Will Help Venezuelan Earthquake Survivors On June 24, back-to-back earthquakes struck Venezuela, collapsing buildings and killing or injuring thousands. These 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude tremors were followed by multiple aftershocks, including one measured at 4.6 magnitude on June 29. A nation that was already challenged faces a vast humanitarian crisis, as described by PBS in a June 29 news account. The Outreach Commission approved an immediate $800 donation

Crab Feast, An Annual FWF Extravaganza! - Tonight, July 1 The most anticipated First Wednesday Fellowship of the year is tonight, so get your crab-eatin' bibs ready! At 6 p.m., we'll host our annual Crab Feast just outside the Great Hall of New Brick, and everyone is invited, no matter what your age is! The signup deadline has passed, but if you missed it, there might be space – give the church office a call today to find out. If you're lucky, there will be some fresh, tasty

On behalf of the entire Christ Church family, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to our seminarian, Yehinuel "Yehi" Odidi, as he concludes his remarkable year of service with us. Throughout his time here, Yehi has been an incredible addition to our clergy team, bringing a wonderful sense of faithfulness, enthusiasm, work ethic, and grace to our common life. Whether commuting faithfully from Virginia Theological Seminary, delivering timely and moving sermons, or connectin

Pentecost V at Christ Church 8:00 Holy Eucharist 9:00 Family Worship 10:30 Choral Eucharist All three services take place in New Brick. Collect for Today: Almighty God, you have built your Church upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief cornerstone: Grant us so to be joined together in unity of spirit by their teaching, that we may be made a holy temple acceptable to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with yo

Your beloved Christ Church has been hosting Vacation Bible School this week. The week of VBS is always fun because you get to see children running around, playing together, screaming, laughing, and simply being children. It is a great privilege for me to watch them from my window. There is great value in that. It reminds me of my own childhood and the magic of being a child. I am grateful to all the children, counselors, and volunteers who have worked so hard to make this yea

As summer reaches its height, we reflect on the ways that God is bringing us into greater fullness of life, how we are “blooming” into all that we were created to be. This month’s wonderful sessions help us delve into these topics as well as into stillness and reflection in community. The 2nd Saturday Center for Spiritual Nourishment (CSN) provides opportunities for us to be in closer relationship with God by offering an array of experiences that engage the mind, body, and s

Home of Our Own Howard is Having a Yard Sale at CEC - This Saturday, June 27 Home Of Our Own Howard (HOOO), Howard County’s local furniture bank for individuals and families in need, is holding a yard sale at Christ Episcopal Church. All funds raised will support our clients who are moving into a home after experiencing a crisis. The yard sale is this Saturday, June 27, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., rain or shine (Parish Hall lower level or outside on the lawn). We hope you can suppo

We’ve had a buzz of excitement at Christ Church this week as our friend Nancy joined our science session to share her expertise as a beekeeper! It was a fantastic opportunity for our children to get an up-close look at the wonders of nature and learn about the importance of bees in our ecosystem. Seeing the children so engaged with our hands-on science activities reminds us of the joy and discovery that parish programs, like VBS, bring to the youngest members of our community

For generations, we've all known that food brings people together, and that was most definitely the case today with the members of Christ Church! The MOCC Breakfast, a cherished monthly tradition at Christ Church, brought members and others of all ages together this morning at the Silver Diner in Columbia. The event offered a wonderful opportunity for the community to kick start their weekend with a delicious breakfast paired with warm conversation, plus a bonus purpose - to

Pentecost IV at Christ Church 8:00 Holy Eucharist 9:00 Family Worship 10:30 Choral Eucharist All three services take place in New Brick. Collect for Today: O Lord, make us have perpetual love and reverence for your holy Name, for you never fail to help and govern those whom you have set upon the sure foundation of your loving-kindness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. This Sunday's Readings: Je

Each of us experiences some lack. And that lack leads to yearning. As a matter of fact, it isn’t only human beings who experience some lack; all living things of God’s beautiful creation feel a lack, and that lack, again, leads to a yearning. The lack of justice makes us yearn for justice. The lack of faithfulness makes us yearn for faithfulness. The lack of security makes us yearn for security. The lack of food makes us yearn for food. The lack of water makes us yearn for wa

Celebrate Juneteenth at a special concert, Breaking the Chains, this Friday, June 19. Held in the New Brick Sanctuary of Christ Episcopal Church in Columbia at 7 p.m., this musical performance will feature the Caritas Vocal Ensemble performing powerful works by Black composers centered on themes of justice, freedom, and the ongoing fight for equality. The ensemble will be accompanied on piano by our talented Music Director, Larissa Sanders, for an unforgettable evening of ref

Grassroots Says ‘Thank You,’ Honors Its Volunteers at an Annual Luncheon Volunteers make the world a better place, doing God’s work one hour or one casserole at a time. Last week, Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center held its third annual volunteers’ appreciation luncheon at The Meeting House in Oakland Mills. Christ Church was represented by Shahra and George Toth, Eddie Keels, Jan DeBoissiere, and Patricia Fanning, who participate each month in providing meals to the homel

A summertime tradition is about to begin at Christ Church! Our Vacation Bible School and Choir Camp takes place next week from June 22-26, and runs from 9:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. each day. All week long, children will enjoy Bible stories, music, exercise, science, crafts, dance, games - not to mention our kids making new friends and seeing old ones! Snacks, lunch, and refreshments are served daily, and the program is staffed by our wonderful Christ Church parishioners, many of wh

Pentecost III at Christ Church 8:00 Holy Eucharist 9:00 Family Worship 10:30 Choral Eucharist All three services take place in New Brick. Collect for Today: Keep, O Lord, your household the Church in your steadfast faith and love, that through your grace we may proclaim your truth with boldness, and minister your justice with compassion; for the sake of our Savior Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. This Sunday's R

I remember visiting Christ Church with a colleague back in 2024. I had met Fr. Manny at a program at Virginia Theological Seminary (VTS), and after I introduced myself, he shared the address of the church and invited us to come over whenever we could. When we finally made it to Christ Church, we noticed something different the very moment we stepped inside. There was a unique atmosphere, a presence unseen but incredibly tangible. We immediately felt a strong bond of love, fri

Do You Have a Green Thumb? Help Columbia Community Care to Tend Its Garden Plot at Freetown Farm on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays Columbia Community Care (CCC) invites volunteers to help cultivate its garden plot at Freetown Farm, 8000 Harriet Tubman Lane, Columbia, Md., 21044, in partnership with Community Ecology Institute (CEI). Volunteers are encouraged to sign up in advance for slots on Tuesdays from 9 to 11 a.m., on Thursdays from 4 to 6 p.m., and on Saturdays fro

Last month, we celebrated God as Divine Mother, so this month, let’s discover God as “Abba” Father and explore the nature of divine masculinity within all of us. Discover a welcoming community this Saturday at Christ Church’s Center for Spiritual Nourishment, a monthly interfaith gathering dedicated to engaging your mind, body, and spirit. This month's sessions invite you to explore the nature of divine masculinity and experience God as "Abba" Father through a series of thoug