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THE MISSION OF CHRIST CHURCH is to bring all persons to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ through Word, Sacraments, and instruction, as taught through the Episcopal tradition, that all may know

1 THE MISSION OF CHRIST CHURCH is to bring all persons to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ through Word, Sacraments, and instruction, as taught through the Episcopal tradition, that all may know the joy and grace of faith, and to share that grace through outreach. The Chronicler Summer 2015 Spotsylvania, VA The Risks of Being a Visitor Why should I invite someone to church? Well, to win a meal for four, of course. Oh, and because Jesus said that we should make disciples of all people. Last summer we had several parishioners share from the pulpit their own story of their faith journey. That exercise was not just to help us get to know the person who might be sitting next to us in the pew, but to encourage us to see our own stories as opportunities for faith sharing, and for proclaiming the Good News. As we enter this summer, we have another opportunity to practice sharing our faith in a relatively safe way. The 3E-vite contest, which stands for Episcopal, Evangelism, and Eating, gives us that opportunity. The contest gives us an excuse to do something that we may have wanted to do for some time, invite a friend, neighbor, co-worker, family member, or acquaintance to church. When I have a Sunday off, I have the habit of visiting other churches in the area. I visit Episcopal churches, and every other kind as well, large churches, small churches, ones with a denominational affiliation, and non-denominational churches. I know, I m a church geek, but there are two reasons why I do this, actually three. The main reason is so I can go to a worship service when I am not here on a Sunday. The other two reasons are 1) to learn how other churches do things worship, music, hospitality, preaching, etc. and perhaps to steal some good ideas, and 2) to remind myself what it feels like to be the stranger, the newcomer. There are many reasons why someone might take the risk of attending a new church for the first time. They might be in the midst of a personal crisis. They might be at a turning point in their life. They may have just relocated to the area, and finding a church is the next thing on the list, right after finding a new bank and a dry cleaner. They may have been invited. The point is, if you haven t done it for a while, visiting a new church can be very stressful. You don t know the traditions. You don t know what s going to happen next, or perhaps even what the heck is happening now. You don t know if people will be nice to you, or even speak to you at all. And you find yourself wondering things like, Am I sitting in someone s favorite pew? and Where s the bathroom? It can be nerve wracking. Every church describes itself as warm and welcoming. Most churches lie. I truly believe, however, that one of the spiritual gifts of Christ Church is that we are in fact warm and welcoming. As you see new faces in church this summer, please remember that the person is probably feeling uncomfortable, unsure, and a bit out of sorts. Know also that he or she has taken a brave step, and has shown himself or herself to be open to hearing the Gospel proclaimed simply in a smile, a handshake, a word of welcome, a gentle encouragement to come join us for worship again.

2 JUNE 2015 LAY MINISTERS SCHEDULE Lector Chalice Bearer Acolytes Ushers Altar Guild Nursery June 7 Williams Team 8:00 Shirley Pozzato Lydia Pozzato Robert Truslow 10:30 David Cain Jenny LeBlanc Hannah Clifford Jenna Phillips Alex Watts June 14 Hank Mausolf Tim Watts 8:00 Dana Houck Edd Houck Joseph L. Ilk Magin Team Erin Senters 10:30 Martha Clark Virginia Insley Matthew LeBlanc Megan LeBlanc Ethan Goldberg June 21 Frank Carosella Bill Estes 8:00 Calib Garland Jeff Massey Jack Cheeseman 10:30 Marilyn Greene Joe Junod Aaron Packard David Packard Stephen Wallach June 28 Frank Stewart Werner Wieland 8:00 Shirley Pozzato Lydia Pozzato Barbara Deal Wieland Team Williams Team Molly Watts Amanda Watts 10:30 Beverly McNeill Kristi Gross Rachel Stockli Ian Gibson Hunter Clifford Tim Zafrano Bill Palmer McKenzie Goldberg You are responsible for finding your own replacement in the event that you cannot serve when scheduled. If you are unable to find one, please contact Penny Knepp at pnypitstop@aol.com or and she will assist you. Notify parish office of replacement(s).

3 JULY 2015 LAY MINISTERS SCHEDULE Lector Chalice Bearer Acolytes Ushers Altar Guild Nursery July 5 Magin Team 8:00 Thom Smelter Tricia Smelter Joseph L. Ilk 10:30 Roy Smith Stephanie Smith Justin Phillips Aaron DiFilippo Jack DiFilippo Cecil Jarman Missie Jarman Amy Biscoe July 12 8:00 Calib Garland Ray Crafton Calib Garland 10:30 Judi O Neill Penny Knepp Colby Clifford Hannah Clifford Alex Watts Hank Mausolf Tim Watts Wieland Team Molly Watts July 19 8:00 Thom Smelter Tricia Smelter Jack Cheeseman 10:30 Sian Packard Steve Clifford Jenna Phillips Stephen Wallach Rachel Stockli Bill Estes Frank Carosella Williams Team Erin Senters July 26 8:00 Dana Houck Edd Houck Barbara Deal 10:30 Anne Williams Tim Watts Ethan Goldberg Aaron Packard David Packard Frank Stewart Werner Wieland Magin Team McKenzie Goldberg You are responsible for finding your own replacement in the event that you cannot serve when scheduled. If you are unable to find one, please contact Penny Knepp at pnypitstop@aol.com or and she will assist you. Notify parish office of replacement(s).

4 AUGUST 2015 LAY MINISTERS SCHEDULE Lector Chalice Bearer Acolytes Ushers Altar Guild Nursery August 2 Wieland Team 8:00 Thom Smelter Tricia Smelter Robert Truslow 10:30 Mary Williams Jeff Massey Matthew LeBlanc Megan LeBlanc Justin Phillips Judi O Neill Bob McGann Amy Biscoe August 9 8:00 Calib Garland Ray Crafton Joseph L. Ilk 10:30 Ann Woolford Donna Nuzum Ian Gibson Ron Magin Aaron DiFilippo Bob Massey Jack DiFilippo August 16 8:00 Dana Houck Edd Houck Calib Garland 10:30 David Cain Linda Rooney Hunter Clifford Hannah Clifford Colby Clifford Cecil Jarman Missie Jarman August 23 8:00 Thom Smelter Tricia Smelter Jack Cheeseman 10:30 Martha Clark Werner Wieland Alex Watts Tim Watts Stephen Wallach Hank Mausolf Rachel Stockli Williams Team Magin Team Wieland Team Erin Senters McKenzie Goldberg Amanda Watts August 30 Williams Team 8:00 Calib Garland Ray Crafton Barbara Deal 10:30 Beverly McNeill Tim Watts Ethan Goldberg Aaron Packard David Packard Frank Carosella Bill Estes McKenzie Goldberg You are responsible for finding your own replacement in the event that you cannot serve when scheduled. If you are unable to find one, please contact Penny Knepp at pnypitstop@aol.com or and she will assist you. Notify parish office of replacement(s).

The Chronicler Summer 2015 Organist Organist Hannah Massey hannah7019@gmail.com Secretary Ruth Feltner Secretary@christchurchspotsy.

com Recently Joined~ New Members of Christ Church Christ Episcopal Church 8951 Courthouse Road Spotsylvania, Virginia 22553 Phone (540) 582-5033 www.christchurchspotsy.

com Robert, Susan and Christian Hall recently transferred their membership from Trinity Episcopal in Elkridge, Maryland, to Christ Church.

5 The Chronicler Summer 2015 Organist Organist Hannah Massey Secretary Ruth Feltner Newsletter Coordinator Ruth Feltner Recently Joined~ New Members of Christ Church Christ Episcopal Church 8951 Courthouse Road Spotsylvania, Virginia Phone (540) Rector The Reverend Jeffrey A. Packard Director of Christian Education Jenny LeBlanc Robert, Susan and Christian Hall recently transferred their membership from Trinity Episcopal in Elkridge, Maryland, to Christ Church. David and Doreen Fagiano, recent attendees, have now officially transferred their membership to Christ Church. Welcome Aboard! We are delighted to have both families as part of our church family. Vestry Senior Warden Ray Crafton Jr. Warden Linda Wieland Treasurer Mary Williams Asst Treasurer Linda Smith Register Jeri Phillips Members Linda Wieland Bill Butler Ray Crafton Missie Jarman Beverly McNeill Jeri Phillips Roy Smith Tim Watts Sue Roberts A warm Christian welcome to Joan Goodbody who recently attended the 8:00 service with us. We love seeing new faces and are delighted you have chosen Christ Church to visit and hope you ll continue to come back. To the families of Ted Davis, Jr., on the recent death of his father, Ted Sr.; to Susan Hall on the recent death of her cousin Patricia Miller; and to the family of Taylor Paire. May their souls and the souls of all the departed, by the mercy of God, rest in peace.

We receive you into the household of God On April 4, at the Great Vigil of Easter, we baptized Lylah Marie Senters, daughter of Dan and Erin Senters, and little sister to Delaney.

6 We receive you into the household of God On April 4, at the Great Vigil of Easter, we baptized Lylah Marie Senters, daughter of Dan and Erin Senters, and little sister to Delaney. Lylah had been born on October 18 last year. Congratulations to the Senters family! Any Requests? We are once again taking your requests for the hymns we sing during the summer months. You can use the small form provided in the church, drop them in the collection plate or just them to Father Packard. Time to get your request in, so we can be sure to sing your favorite hymn. Parish Picnic/All Saints Hall Anniversary Save the Date! September 19 This year, instead of the usual parish picnic that we hold in September, we will celebrate the 10 th anniversary of the dedication of All Saints Hall and the outreach ministries it supports. So mark your calendars now for an afternoon of fun, food and festivities on Saturday, September 19 th. In addition to our parish family, we will be inviting several outside groups to join us. One group consists of the families of our Food Pantry clients. Another consists of the staff and clients of the community services board program that rents space in the hall. And stay tuned for updates on local and state officials who also may join us!

Congratulations Graduates! There are lots of momentous occasions in our lives and one of them is graduation. On Sunday, June 7, 2015, we will, during the 10:30 service recognize our graduates.

7 Congratulations Graduates! There are lots of momentous occasions in our lives and one of them is graduation. On Sunday, June 7, 2015, we will, during the 10:30 service recognize our graduates. Please join us at both the service and at our special coffee hour following this service to show our love and celebrate their accomplishments. Chris Cronin, son of Mike and Stephanie Cronin, graduates from Spotsylvania High School on June 5. He will be attending Lynchburg College as a Westover Honors Student majoring in Computer Science. Lindsey Bates, daughter of Gary and Jill Bates, graduated from Longwood University with a degree in Kinesiology: Exercise Science. Lauren Alyssa Feliciano, graduated from Old Dominion University in 2012 with a degree in Biology. She recently graduated from St. Luke s College of Health Sciences, Magna Cum Laude, with a degree in Nursing. Lauren is the great-niece of Alice Daniels and Betsy Menin and the daughter of Julie Gibson of Newport News, Virginia. Joseph Wieland, son of Werner and Linda Wieland, graduated from James Madison University with a Master s Degree in Education.

June Birthdays 2015 06/02 Marilyn Greene 06/03 Jacob Stockli 06/05 Penny Knepp 06/05 Olivia Johnson 06/06 Joseph Ilk 06/14 Thomas Lee V

06/21 Stephanie Cronin 06/22 Tracy Magin 06/25 Jim Settles 06/30 Robert Eagle Father's Day, always celebrated on the third Sunday of June,

Every day, we celebrate God, our heavenly father, and thank him for our dads.

8 June Birthdays /02 Marilyn Greene 06/03 Jacob Stockli 06/05 Penny Knepp 06/05 Olivia Johnson 06/06 Joseph Ilk 06/14 Thomas Lee V 06/15 Heather Doud 06/16 Sean Doud 06/18 Ethan Goldberg 06/19 Sarah Estes 06/19 Johnathan Doud 06/19 Virginia Insley 06/20 Jane Schultz 06/21 Stephanie Cronin 06/22 Tracy Magin 06/25 Jim Settles 06/30 Robert Eagle Father's Day, always celebrated on the third Sunday of June, refers to a celebration honoring fathers and giving them respect for fatherhood, paternal bond, and their influence in our society. Every day, we celebrate God, our heavenly father, and thank him for our dads. Since there is a Mother s Day and Father s Day, we would like to make you aware that on June 14, Children s Day is celebrated in honor of children all over the world. Hug your child today and let them know they are loved.

July Birthdays 2015 07/05 Peggy Settles 07/07 Louise Corderman 07/08 Margaret Haight 07/12 Tina Strausbaugh 07/15 Mary Williams 07/15 Anna Caitlin Doud 07/21 Bill Jackson 07/21 Gerald Johnson 07/21

07/26 Alli Ayres-Brown 07/27 Amanda Watts 07/27 Hanna Lovell Clifford 07/27 Hunter Clifford 07/28 Judy Fristoe 07/29 Shirley Pozzato 07/29 Harry Frank 07/30 Beverly McNeill 07/31 Molly Watts A Sad

Lydia s job is taking her to Seattle and, of course, Shirley is delighted because, although she will miss her lovely community and the good friends she has made here at Christ Church, she is looking

9 July Birthdays /05 Peggy Settles 07/07 Louise Corderman 07/08 Margaret Haight 07/12 Tina Strausbaugh 07/15 Mary Williams 07/15 Anna Caitlin Doud 07/21 Bill Jackson 07/21 Gerald Johnson 07/21 Jeff Everhart II 07/23 Bill Estes 07/23 Riley Erwin 07/24 Cameron Eagle 07/24 Gerald Stockli, Jr. 07/26 Alli Ayres-Brown 07/27 Amanda Watts 07/27 Hanna Lovell Clifford 07/27 Hunter Clifford 07/28 Judy Fristoe 07/29 Shirley Pozzato 07/29 Harry Frank 07/30 Beverly McNeill 07/31 Molly Watts A Sad Time for Christ Church Two long-time, wonderful parishioners, Shirley and Lydia Pozzato will be leaving us this summer. Lydia s job is taking her to Seattle and, of course, Shirley is delighted because, although she will miss her lovely community and the good friends she has made here at Christ Church, she is looking forward to the move. Both of these lovely ladies have given so much of themselves to Christ Church, they take a part of us with them. Lydia s musical talents will be sorely missed and Shirley s dedication to the ECW and helping with their events has been a godsend. Both ladies have a personality that warms your heart from the minute you meet them. Christ Church will hold a farewell fellowship, pot-luck luncheon in the Great Hall on Sunday, July 12, Shirley and Lydia s last Sunday with us. Please bring a dish, come immediately after the 10:30 service and join in wishing these lovely ladies a fond farewell. We can only hope they miss us half as much as we will miss them.

AUGUST BIRTHDAYS 2015 08/02 Ray Crafton 08/04 Ann Woolford 08/05 Lindsey Bates 08/07 Ruth Brancolini 08/07 Alice Daniels 08/08 Josh LeBlanc 08/10 Mark Svare 08/15 Alex Watts 08/17 Glenn Bomgardner

08/30 Grace Howell Vacation Bible School will be held here at Christ Church August 3 7. Stay tuned, as details are finalized, announcements will be forthcoming.

Online registration started in January. Follow the directions on the website at the end of this message for more information and the cost of each camp.

10 AUGUST BIRTHDAYS /02 Ray Crafton 08/04 Ann Woolford 08/05 Lindsey Bates 08/07 Ruth Brancolini 08/07 Alice Daniels 08/08 Josh LeBlanc 08/10 Mark Svare 08/15 Alex Watts 08/17 Glenn Bomgardner 08/17 Chloe Bomgardner 08/19 Carol Baker 08/19 Frank Carosella 08/20 Pat Linton 08/22 Ed Strysko 08/27 Mary McWhirt 08/27 Jeff McWhirt 08/28 Jeanette Stewart 08/30 Linda Wieland 08/30 David Roberts 08/30 Grace Howell Vacation Bible School will be held here at Christ Church August 3 7. Stay tuned, as details are finalized, announcements will be forthcoming. Shrine Mont Hosts a number of summer camps run by the Diocese of Virginia. The 2015 camp season begins June 20 and all the camp dates and fees are listed on-line. Online registration started in January. Follow the directions on the website at the end of this message for more information and the cost of each camp. For information, questions or a Summer Camps brochure, contact the Diocesan Office of Christian Formation. Scholarships available upon request; however, application must be filed before consideration for a scholarship is considered. Application may be made online. By summercamps@thediocese.net By Web: By Phone: (in Richmond) or DIOCESE (Toll free)

11 EPISCOPAL CHURCH WOMEN (ECW) The ECW ended its year of monthly meetings with their annual trip to an area historic Episcopal Church. This year the ladies chose Little Fork Church in Rixeyville, Virginia, a few miles outside Culpeper. The drive alone was wonderful as the day was clear, bright and sunny. With the Blue Ridge Mountains in the distance, the rolling hills and open fields, we could enjoy the majesty of God s creation, something we miss in our more urban area. Little Fork Church is a beautiful colonial brick church surrounded by acres of peaceful grounds. Inside it's simple but lovingly maintained in the colonial style with old pine floors, painted turkey blue family pews with doors and no air conditioning. The ladies enjoyed listening to the history of the church by Rev. Jackson and historian, Randy Ruffin. Afterwards Rev. Jackson invited them to join him in a short service. They sang hymns accompanied by Rev. Jackson on guitar. Scripture was read and he lead them in prayer - a lovely service. He presented a book on Little Fork history which will be put on display in the Communications Center for all to enjoy. The group stopped at the Clearwater Grill on the way home for lunch - a favorite restaurant of the ECW ladies. Although there are no monthly meetings during the summer, ECW remains active serving whenever needed. EPISCOPAL CHURCH MEN (ECM) This fine group continues to meet on the second Saturday of each month in the Great Hall at 8 AM, throughout the year. They have a meeting combined with a delicious breakfast. Please join them and find out what they are planning for the future of Christ Church. Their next meeting is scheduled for June 13.

! Come and enjoy the stars at the 2015 Spotsylvania Family Movie Night. At this time the movie to be shown has not been chosen; therefore, it will be a surprise to all!

12 Spotsylvania Family Movie Night! Friday, June 12, 2015, 8 PM, Robert E. Lee Elementary School Free Admission and Food Concessions to Purchase Food Celebrate the end of school and the beginning of summer!! Come and enjoy the stars at the 2015 Spotsylvania Family Movie Night. At this time the movie to be shown has not been chosen; therefore, it will be a surprise to all! Bring your blankets or lawn chairs, sit back and relax while enjoying a movie under the stars. Vendors will be on site offering a variety of foods for your eating pleasure. No alcohol, glass containers, tobacco products, or pets allowed. (Rain Date: Saturday, June 13) TABLES OF EIT The first Tables of Eight" series is coming to an end as each group had their final dinner in May or early June. New re-mixed groups will be created this summer for the Fall/Winter series then meet four times between September 2015 and January Any church members, sisters, friends, neighbors, couples or even singles are invited to join the fun. The goal is to have at least four Tables of Eight for the next series. This is a great way to make real friendships with church members and enjoy some amazing food too! Call Tracy Magin at (540) or (ttmagin@yahoo.com) if you are interested in joining or have questions.

T h e S u n l i g h t G a r d e n C l u b We look forward to more Christ Church members joining this active club and invite you to join us for as many events as you can.

Here are our meetings for the remainder of the year. June 9, 6:30 pm at Chancellor's Village. We will assist residents in designing and constructing small arrangements.

13 T h e S u n l i g h t G a r d e n C l u b We look forward to more Christ Church members joining this active club and invite you to join us for as many events as you can. Unless indicated, meetings are usually held at 6:30 PM in All Saints Hall on the second Tuesday of each month. Questions? Contact Margaret Smith, (540) Here are our meetings for the remainder of the year. June 9, 6:30 pm at Chancellor's Village. We will assist residents in designing and constructing small arrangements. July 14 6:30 pm at Christ Church. program on culturing mushrooms by Ryan Moonet of Earth Mother Mushrooms. August 11, 6:30 pm at home of Barbara Rackley, 1201 Hanover Street, Fredericksburg. We will view the film on the Rappahannock River produced by Friends of the Rappahannock. September 8, 5:30 pm at Friends of the Rappahannock, 3219 Fall Hill Ave., Fredericksburg. Tour of the Friends facility on the Rappahannock. October 13, 6:30 pm, Christ Church, Ann Gorelle will present a program on herbs. November 10, 6:30 pm, Christ Church, bring small containers and materials (i.e. artificial flowers, greenery, accessories, etc) to construct Christmas arrangements to be donated to a local nursing home. Grass Cutting Season is Upon Us!! We have all of the equipment necessary but we need YOU!! Please sign up on the schedule posted in the Communications Center. Linda Wieland or Bill Butler will gladly answer any questions. Many thanks, in advance, for your willingness to help keep our property looking inviting!

Start Your Engines ~ The Car Show is Back! On Oct 3, the Christ Church Car Show will return. The show will include antique, rare and beautiful cars and other things with wheels.

So, save the date, come admire the cars and try to win this beautiful quilt.

14 Start Your Engines ~ The Car Show is Back! On Oct 3, the Christ Church Car Show will return. The show will include antique, rare and beautiful cars and other things with wheels. There will be food and fun for all ages with another highlight featuring a quilt, hand-crafted by our very own Christ Church Quilters being raffled off. So, save the date, come admire the cars and try to win this beautiful quilt. Sunday morning worship schedule and Children s Chapel and Sunday school: No Children s Chapel and Sunday school during June, July, and August. Episcopal Church Women meet the 3 rd Tuesday of each month in the Great 11:30 AM. No scheduled meetings during June, July, and August. The ECM meet the 2 nd Saturday of each month in ASH at 8 AM (with breakfast). The Vestry meets on the 2 nd Thursday of the month at 7:00 PM in room #8, All Saints Hall. Sunday bulletin announcements due by: noon Wednesday, call Deadline for the September Chronicler is Aug 21. Please send articles in Microsoft word document to Ruth Feltner: secretary@christchurchspotsy.com

15 Christ Church June 2015 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday :15am Christian Education :00am Food Pantry, ASH 6:00pm Sunlight Garden Club, ASH #6,7 11 7:00pm Vestry Meeting, :00am ECM Mtg/Breakfast, :00am Musical Rehearsal 16 10:00am Musical Rehearsal 17 10:00am Musical Rehearsal 18 10:00am Musical Rehearsal 19 10:00am Musical Rehearsal :00am Food Pantry, ASH 24 7:00pm Young Adults, ASH 6/

16 Christ Church July 2015 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday :00pm Vestry Meeting, :00am ECM Mtg/Breakfast, 12 11:45am Fellowship/Pot-Lu ck Lunch IHO Pozzatos :00am Food Pantry, ASH 6:00pm Sunlight Garden Club, ASH #6, :00am Food Pantry, ASH

17 Christ Church August 2015 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday :00am VBS 4 9:00am VBS 5 9:00am VBS 6 9:00am VBS 7 9:00am VBS 8 8:00am ECM Mtg/Breakfast, :00am Food Pantry, ASH 6:00pm Sunlight Garden Club, ASH #6,7 13 7:00pm Vestry Meeting, :00am Food Pantry, ASH

The chronicler January 2019 Spotsylvania, va

The chronicler January 2019 Spotsylvania, va THE MISSION OF CHRIST CHURCH is to bring all persons to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ through Word, Sacraments, and instruction, as taught through the Episcopal tradition, that all may know the