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THIS WEEK AT CHRIST CHURCH, GEORGETOWN
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
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Holy Week and Easter 2025: We invite you, your family, friends, and neighbors to worship with us throughout the remainder of Holy Week and at Easter. The schedule of services is as follows:
Wednesday in Holy Week, April 16
- Holy Eucharist with Hymns and a Meditation, 6:00 p.m.
Maundy Thursday, April 17
- Holy Eucharist with Washing of Feet, Procession of the Sacrament to the Altar of Repose, and Stripping of the Altar, 6:00 p.m.
- Prayer Vigil at the Altar of Repose, until 10:00 p.m.
Good Friday, April 18
- Good Friday Liturgy for Children and Families, 4:00 p.m.
- The Solemn Liturgy of Good Friday, 6:00 p.m.
Holy Saturday / Easter Even, April 19
- The Great Vigil of Easter, 8:00 p.m.
The Sunday of the Resurrection: Easter Day, April 20
- Holy Eucharist with Hymns, 8:00 a.m.
- Festal Choral Eucharist, 9:00 a.m.
- Festal Choral Eucharist, 11:15 a.m.
- Choral Evensong and Holy Communion, 5:00 p.m.
Easter Egg Hunt: On Easter Day, April 20, at 10:15 a.m., all children of the parish, along with their families, are invited to an egg hunt at the Georgetown home of a Christ Church family. Volunteers are needed to assist with event preparation, refreshments, and clean up. For more information or to sign up, contact parishioner John Korsmo.
Parish Office Closure: The Parish Office will be closed on Easter Monday, April 21. There will be no public recitation of Morning Prayer.
Upcoming Funeral Liturgy: A funeral liturgy for the late Brtitta Chambers will take place on Thursday, April 24, at 11:00 a.m. Your prayers and presence are requested.
Christ Church Art Show: We are delighted to announce the return of the Christ Church Art Show, a beloved parish event that was not held in 2024 due to the renovation of Linthicum Hall. This year’s show will take place on Saturday, April 26, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sunday, April 27, 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., in the C. Boyden Gray Auditorium. It will feature the work of nearly 30 local artists – many of whom are parishioners. All proceeds from the sale of art work will benefit parish outreach programs. Admission is free. All are welcome. Volunteers are needed to assist in various capacities. Questions? Contact parishioners Christy Thorley or Shelley Rodgers. To volunteer, click here.
Thrift Store Soft Opening: The staff of the Christ Church Thrift Shop offer sincere thanks to those who have continued to support this vital ministry during the renovation of Linthicum Hall. Finally, there is an end in sight! On Sunday, April 27, the Thrift Shop staff will host a "soft opening" immediately following the combined 10:00 Eucharist. Please plan to stop by, tour the new facility, peruse current inventory, and enjoy a glass of champagne. All are welcome.
Grand Re-opening of Linthicum Hall: On Sunday, April 27, the parish community will gather for a combined celebration of the Holy Eucharist at 10:00 a.m. in the Church. The service will be followed by a festive reception marking the grand re-opening of the renovated Linthicum Hall. We look forward to celebrating with you! NOTE: There will be no services at 8:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 11:15 a.m., or 5:00 p.m.
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Sunday School Update: Classes will not be held on Easter Day, April 20 or Sunday, April 27. On Sunday, May 4, Sunday School classes will meet for the first time in the newly-renovated Linthicum Hall.
Choral Evensong: The next service of Choral Evensong will take place on Easter Day, April 20, at 5:00 p.m. The liturgy will include works by Peter Hurford, Philip Radcliffe, and Charles Villiers Stanford. The final services of Choral Evensong of the 2024-2025 season will be sung on Sundays May 4 and 18. Do join us… and bring a friend!
Saint Francis Guild Volunteer Opportunity: Join members of the Saint Francis Guild, Christ Church’s animal welfare and creation care mission committee, in partnering with Georgetown neighbors to restore landscape designer Beatrix Farrand's only remaining wild garden. Volunteers are needed on Tuesday, April 22 (Earth Day), Saturday, May 10, and Sunday, May 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at Dumbarton Oaks. For more information or to register, click here. Questions? Contact parishioner Stephanie Green.
The Seasoned Lunch Club: The next meeting of the season lunch group will be on share Wednesday, April 23 at 11:45 am. Please note that this is a change from what was scheduled. All are welcome. Click Here.
Christ Church Women’s Retreat: Looking for an opportunity to enter into Resurrection joy? Join your Christ Church sisters for a weekend of prayer and play, reflection and recreation, feasting and fun. The retreat will take place from Friday, May 2 to Sunday, May 4 in historic Cambridge, Maryland. For more information or to register, click here. The deadline for registration is Thursday, April 24.
Thursday Morning Bible Study: Parishioners of all ages and stages of life are invited to this fortnightly study of selected psalms, co-led by parishioners Ernest Clark, Virginia Mentz, and David Straut. Sessions will take place on Thursdays, April 24, May 8 and 22, and June 5, at 8:00 a.m., in Keith Hall. Preparation for discussions is beneficial, but not essential.
Women’s Bible Study: All women of the parish and their guests are invited to participate in an exploration of the Book of Exodus, a captivating and poetic narrative that tells the story of God’s liberation of his people from slavery in Egypt and his gift of the law at Mount Sinai. The group will meet on Tuesdays, April 29, May 6 and 13, and June 10, at 6:00 p.m., in Keith Hall. Those who are unable to attend in person are welcome to participate virtually. For more information, contact Deacon Tiffany Clark.
Christ Church Career Connections: Conscious that many in the DC metro area may be between jobs, the clergy have revived a program that aims to connect job seekers with potential employers. If you are looking for work, or know someone who is, Christ Church offers the opportunity to submit your resume to a confidential file. Those looking to hire can request access to relevant resumes and CVs. While we won’t list names publicly, we will share the areas in which people are seeking employment. Whether you’re job hunting or hiring, starting close to home might be a great option. To participate, send your resume and contact the Rector.
If you are looking for people or know of someone who is, we currently have people interested in the following areas; Intl/ Gov affairs/ coms / public policy, National Security/ Crisis Management, HR, Project Management, Government Affairs/ Lobbying, Editing/Admin/Research/Writing, Paralegal or Legal Assistant, and IT.
Christ Church Career Connections is a ministry dedicated to supporting parishioners and those they would vouch for in seasons of vocational transition. Through networking, mentorship, prayer, and practical resources, we walk alongside one another in the search for meaningful work and purpose.
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SUNDAY SERVICES
Holy Eucharist: Rite One
at 8:00 a.m.
in the Church
Holy Eucharist: Rite Two
at 9:00 a.m.
in the Church
Holy Eucharist: Rite One
(1st, 3rd, and 5th Sundays)
at 11:15 a.m.
in the Church
Morning Prayer: Rite One
(2nd and 4th Sundays)
at 11:15 a.m.
in the Church
Choral Evensong and
Holy Communion
(1st, 3rd, and 5th Sundays October through May)
at 5:00 p.m.
in the Church
Holy Eucharist: Rite Two
(2nd and 4th Sundays)
at 5:00 p.m.
in the Church
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WEEKDAY SERVICES
Morning Prayer
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, at 8:00 a.m.
in the Church
Morning Prayer and
Holy Communion
Wednesday, at 8:00 a.m.
in the Church
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