Pentecost XXII 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist in Old Brick 9:00 a.m. Family Worship in New Brick 10:30 a.m. Choral Eucharist in New Brick Collect for Today: O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that he might destroy the works of the devil and make us children of God and heirs of eternal life: Grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as he is pure; that, when he comes again with power and great glory, we may be made like him in his eternal and glorious kingdom;

A growing number of our neighbors can’t afford to buy groceries due to the government shutdown and an interruption in food-stamp benefits known as SNAP. The Community Action Council of Howard County  (CAC), which operates the Howard County Food Bank, has extended hours and has urged community support. One way to help is by manning the booth at the Fall Food Drive that Christ Church will hold this Saturday, Nov. 8, from 1 to 5 p.m., at Dorsey’s Search Giant supermarket, 4715 D

This past Saturday, we gathered in the Great Hall of New Brick for the Christ Church Annual Auction. This year, we were transported to Italy - that is why our theme is Grazie (Thank you). It was a great evening of good company and fun, with bidding and out-bidding each other, and raising over $ 20,000.00 to support our common life. The auction is our biggest fundraiser of the year, and I couldn’t be prouder of all the volunteers, donors, and attendees who spent so much to ma

Christ Church Sends Aid to Victims of Hurricane Melissa in the Caribbean Last week, Hurricane Melissa struck Jamaica as a deadly Category 5 storm, which an official in an NBC News report described as the most intense to hit Jamaica since record-keeping began. Melissa also caused destruction or loss of lives in Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and Cuba. In response, Outreach Commission members voted to contribute $500 to UNICEF, which said in an online post on Oct. 31 that i

Join seekers of a deeper relationship with the Divine at the 2nd Saturday Center for Spiritual Nourishment. The CSN on Saturday, November 8 offers free experiences that engage the mind, body, and spirit by offering safe spaces to explore an array of opportunities for spiritual growth.  The CSN is for anyone interested in spiritual nourishment, regardless of religious affiliation or spiritual beliefs. Come for one session or the entire morning. November’s CSN includes free gro

Christ Church's popular First Wednesday Fellowship series brings the heat! Join us for a wonderful opportunity to share a meal with our fellow parishioners, meet new ones, and enjoy fun-filled games. It's the perfect way to connect and spend a few hours with friends, both old and new. November's FWF is tonight - Wednesday, November 5th - and will be a chili and game night, so bring a pot of tasty (and maybe spicy!) chili to share. You may have a mild recipe, or a spicier one

WOCC's NOVEMBER MEETING on Zoom at 7:30 tonight The WOCC's monthly meeting is tonight at 7:30 p.m. and is entirely virtual, so we hope this allows everyone who may be busy during the day to stay home, log in, and join us. We'll discuss the upcoming WOCC and Christ Church holiday events as well as continue to talk about our 2026 fellowship and outreach plans. Whether it's your first time or you're a regular, we look forward to seeing you on Zoom! We sent the link to our mailin

Christ Church offers this truly beautiful service of contemplative prayer and music in the tradition of the Taizé community of France, which promotes peace and justice through prayer and meditation. November's Taizé Vespers reflect on Thanksgiving, which is appropriate, given the season. Emphasizing attention to silence, prayer, and singing, Taizé provides an opportunity to offer praise and thanksgiving for God's love and presence in one's life, to pray for oneself and others

Pentecost XXI 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist in Old Brick 9:00 a.m. Family Worship in New Brick 10:30 a.m. Choral Eucharist in New Brick Collect for Today: Almighty and merciful God, it is only by your gift that your faithful people offer you true and laudable service: Grant that we may run without stumbling to obtain your heavenly promises; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. Today's Readings: Habakkuk

A few days ago, one of our parishioners inquired if I would be interested in being interviewed for an immigration project for high school students in the area. Without any hesitation, I readily accepted the invitation and was interviewed this past Tuesday in Old Brick. The gentleman who interviewed me thought we would be using my office for the interview, but I took him to Old Brick, the little sanctuary on top of the hill, which has seen so much, heard so much, and been a pa

Counting Down to Help Feed Hungry Neighbors at Our Fall Food Drive Next Saturday Afternoon, November 8 Christ Church holds this hands-on, multi-generational activity twice a year, in spring and fall. Don’t miss the chance to help during the Fall Food Drive next Saturday, Nov. 8, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., at Dorsey’s Search Giant supermarket, 4715 Dorsey Hall Drive, Ellicott City, Md., 21043 . Look for a signup sheet in the Narthex or in Old Brick. Please volunteer for a one-hou

Pentecost XX 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist in Old Brick 9:00 a.m. Family Worship in New Brick 10:30 a.m. Choral Eucharist in New Brick Collect for Today: Almighty and everlasting God, increase in us the gifts of faith, hope, and charity; and, that we may obtain what you promise, make us love what you command; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Today's Readings: Joel 2:23-32 Psalm 65 2 Timothy 4:6-8,16

A few months ago, the Men of Christ Church organized a bowling event at Bowlero on Snowden River. I'm not the bowling kind of person, but I’d say that every time I have had the opportunity to go bowling, it's been a fun event. The beauty that I have experienced with bowling is that one throws the ball and doesn’t know how the ball is going to go. There’s this salient and humbling feeling that one doesn’t have any control over the ball once it is thrown down the lane.  Because

Now's the Time to Sign Up for Our Fall Food Drive at Dorsey’s Search Giant on Saturday, Nov. 8th from 1 to 5 p.m. to Help Feed Hungry Families Be a part of one of the most rewarding ways to help feed the hungry. Please sign up for a shift during the Fall Food Drive on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., at Dorsey’s Search Giant supermarket, 4715 Dorsey Hall Drive, Ellicott City, Md.,  21043 . Walk-ins and children are welcome as Christ Church continues a hands-on, family

Christ Episcopal Church's 2025 Annual Meeting and Vestry Elections This Sunday, October 19, 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 o

I love Annual Meetings. These gatherings more than bring the congregation together to deliberate on the church’s business and elect new leadership; they provide the opportunity for those who have been entrusted with leadership to give an account of their stewardship. Accountability during Annual Meetings reminds me of a parable Jesus told in Matthew 25, about a master who gave talents to three servants based on their individual ability. To one, he gave five, to another, he ga

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, promoting peace and justice through prayer and meditation. November's Taizé Vespers reflect on Thanksgiving—appropriate for the season. With attention to silence, prayer, and sing

Countdown to Service: Take Part in the Fall Food Drive on Saturday, Nov. 8, 1 to 5 PM, at Dorsey’s Search Giant to Help Feed Hungry Families Be a part of one of the most rewarding ways to help feed the hungry. Please sign up for a shift during the Fall Food Drive on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., at Dorsey’s Search Giant supermarket, 4715 Dorsey Hall Drive, in Ellicott City. Walk-ins and children are welcome as Christ Church continues a hands-on, family-friendly act

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