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THIS WEEK AT CHRIST CHURCH, GEORGETOWN
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
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| Family Night at Butler’s Orchard: Children and families are invited to join us at Butler’s Orchard on Saturday, November 7, at 5:30 p.m., for an evening of seasonal fun and fellowship, surrounded by the beauty of God’s creation. The evening begins with a hayride around the orchard, followed by hot dogs, donuts, cider, and s’mores around a cozy campfire. We will close our time together giving thanks to God as we pray Compline together under the stars. To register, click here.
Spiritual Parenting Course: How can you keep the promises you make at your child's baptism? Though we cannot determine what spiritual path our children will choose, we can model, communicate, and help them grow into an authentic Christian faith. Join seasoned parent Mother Tiffany Clark and her husband, Dr. Ernest Clark, for an interactive, honest look at what spiritual parenting does (and does not) look like. From attachment theory to training tips, this five-part series will delve into the theological and practical realities involved in helping children come to know, love, and be like Christ. Sessions will take place on Sundays, November 8, 15, and 29, and December 6 and 13, at 10:15 a.m., in Keith Hall. To register, click here.
Remembrance Sunday: On Sunday, November 8, at 11:15 a.m., we will observe Remembrance Sunday with an Act of Remembrance and Morning Prayer. Wreaths of poppies will be laid by representatives of the U.S. military and of other nations. Music will include choral anthems by John Ireland and Charles Villiers Stanford, as well as works for brass and organ. A reception, hosted by the British Embassy, will follow in the C. Boyden Gray Auditorium. Veterans are encouraged to wear uniforms and/or medals. Parishioners are asked to arrive early to ensure seating. All are welcome.
GMC Extends Volunteer Opportunity: Starting Monday, November 9, Christ Church will host GMC Extends nightly (Monday–Friday) for two weeks, offering hot meals and pastoral care to 30 guests each evening. Groups of 5-7 parishioners are encouraged to collaborate for one evening to provide 50 meals to vulnerable members of our community. Food may be home-cooked or store-bought. For more information, contact Father Andrew Stump. To volunteer, click here.
Veterans Day Dinner: On Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, at 6:00 p.m., all active-duty military personnel, veterans, spouses, and those who support our troops are invited to a formal mess dinner in the C.Boyden Gray Auditorium. The meal will be preceded by a brief Act of Remembrance in the Church. Dress is mess dress uniform/black tie. General admission tickets are $135 per person. Sponsorship tickets in support of the event and to help defray the cost for cadets are $270. To register, click here.
Faith and Foreign Policy Forum: On Tuesday, November 24, at 6:30 p.m., parishioners and members of the wider community are invited to the C. Boyden Gray Auditorium for a presentation by Susan Reichle, who will address the future of U.S. foreign assistance. Reichle served as President and CEO of the International Youth Foundation. Earlier, she spent 25 years in leadership positions at the U.S. Agency for International Development in missions overseas and in Washington, DC. During her last three years with USAID, she served as Counselor to the Agency, the most senior career Foreign Service position. Light refreshments will be served. The cost is $10 per person. To register, click here.
Government Relations: Parishioners employed in government relations and other public policy advocacy work for nongovernmental entities will gather for fellowship monthly in central DC starting on Wednesday, December 2 at 6:30 p.m. For information please contact parishioners Margot Matheson or Porter Graham. To register, click here.
Camino Pilgrimage: Come, walk with God and fellow Christ Church pilgrims on an ancient path of prayer. Lined with stone crosses and chapels, and passing through verdant vineyards and medieval villages, the Camino de Santiago leads to a stunning destination and to a deeper life with God. This seven-day, 75-mile pilgrimage begins in Tui, Spain, and includes morning and evening prayer with daily reflections. The pilgrimage, led by Mother Meredith Kefauver Olsen, will take place May 23 to 30, 2027. The deadline for registration is December 20. For more information or to register, click here.
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| Weekday Services: Public recitation of Morning Prayer (8:00 a.m.) and Evening Prayer (5:00 p.m.) takes place Monday through Saturday in the Chapel of Saint Jude. On Wednesdays, Morning Prayer is followed by a simple celebration of the Holy Eucharist. Additional volunteers are needed to share in the leadership of these brief services. For more information, contact Father Timothy Cole.
Centering Prayer: All are invited to participate in a weekly, community-led time of centering prayer and Lectio Divina on Tuesdays, from 8:45 to 9:30 a.m., via Zoom. Drawn from the monastic tradition, these practices offer an intentional way for individuals to make themselves available to God, acknowledging that “we do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us.” For more information, contact parishioners Lesley Lilly (713-805-5889) or Molly Peacock. To join the video call, click here.
Thursday Morning Bible Study: This fall, parishioners of all ages are invited to participate in an exploration of Genesis, a book which lays the foundation for the biblical narrative of God and his people. The next gathering will take place on October 29, at 8:00 a.m., in Keith Hall. For more information, contact parishioner Ernest Clark or Father Andrew Stump.
Scripture Seminar: Led by the parish clergy and a team of visiting scholars, the Christ Church Scripture Seminar offers a book-by-book overview of the entire Bible, introducing participants to its history, literary structures, narrative arc, and theological themes. The next session, entitled Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy: Liturgy, Lifestyle, and Land for the People of God, will take place on Sunday, November 8, at 10:15 a.m., in Keith Hall. It will be led by Dr. Stephen L. Cook, the Catherine N. McBurney Professor of Old Testament Language and Literature at Virginia Theological Seminary. If you would like to prepare for the session, read Leviticus 19:1–18, 33–34; Numbers 13:25–14:10; Deuteronomy 5:12–15. For a complete schedule of upcoming topics, visit the parish website.
Bite-sized Bible Study: This group now welcomes all to participate in an exploration of the books of Kings. Sessions take place on Sundays, at 10:15 a.m., in the Memorial Room on the third floor of Linthicum Hall. Nursery care for infants and toddlers, as well as music formation classes for children ages 3 through 11, is available. For more information, contact parishioners Julia Ainsley, Megan Murton, or Matthew Fredericks.
Women’s Bible Study: Join Mother Tiffany Clark and a dynamic group of women as they tackle the Epistle to the Hebrews, a book which reflects back on the development of the pilgrim people of God in the Old Testament, offering a parallel interpretive commentary on what God was doing for them and, through Christ, what he is doing for us. The next gathering will take place on Monday, November 2, at 6:00 p.m., in the Memorial Room. A Zoom option is available. To view a brief introductory video, click here. To register, click here.
Choral Evensong: The next service of Choral Evensong will take place on Sunday, November 15, at 5:00 p.m., in the Church. The liturgy will include works by A. Herbert Brewer, Felix Mendelssohn, Henry Purcell, and Barry Rose. Evensong will continue on the first, third, and fifth Sundays of the month through May. A reception follows each service. Christ Church is one of a handful of parishes in the U.S. to offer this beautiful, quintessentially Anglican liturgy with such frequency. Do plan to join us… and bring a friend.
Women’s Ministry Social Hour: Join the women of Christ Church for an informal, monthly gathering – the perfect way to reconnect with old friends and to make new ones. The next social hour will take place on Thursday, November 19, at 6:00 p.m. It will be hosted by parishioner Charisse Hiigel. To register, click here.
Men’s Ministry Happy Hour: The next Men’s Happy Hour will take place Thursday, November 19, 6:00 p.m., at 1310 Kitchen and Bar: 1310 Wisconsin NW. All men of the parish, along with their guests, are welcome. For more information, contact parishioners Chad Thorley or Al Troup.
Holiday Toy Ruck: The Christ Church Veterans Outreach Group will be participating in the 5th Annual National Guard Holiday Toy Ruck, benefiting Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC. The event is open to everyone. Between now and December, the DC Army National Guard will be collecting toys for deserving families at Children’s National. They encourage all participants to fill their rucks or backpacks with donations. Then, on Saturday, December 5, 2026, participants will meet at the DC Armory and march approximately 5 miles to Children’s National. For more information or to register, click here.
Holiday Toy Ruck: The Christ Church Veterans Outreach Group will be participating in the 5th Annual National Guard Holiday Toy Ruck, benefiting Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC. The event is open to everyone. Between now and December, the DC Army National Guard will be collecting toys for deserving families at Children’s National. They encourage all participants to fill their rucks or backpacks with donations. Then, on Saturday, December 5, 2026, participants will meet at the DC Armory and march approximately 5 miles to Children’s National. For more information or to register, click here.
Thrift Shop Contributions Needed: The Christ Church Thrift Shop, located on the lower level of Linthicum Hall, is open each Wednesday, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and on the fourth Sunday of each month, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., in conjunction with the Parish Feast. Donations of unused or unwanted treasures are needed at this time: clothing, jewelry, antiques, china, glassware, household items, etc. Contributions are being accepted during the Thrift Shop’s normal hours of operation and by appointment at the Parish Office.
Altar Flowers: If you would like to make a contribution to help offset the cost of the flowers that will adorn the altar on a particular Sunday or feast day, contact the Parish Office. The Flower Guild accepts contributions in memory of the departed, in celebration of births, and in thanksgiving for the reception of Christian sacraments. Contributions marking private secular celebrations are welcome, but they will not be acknowledged in service leaflets or the Prayers of the People. In such cases, donors are encouraged to let loved ones know of their contribution with a greeting card. The suggested donation is $150.
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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 Chapel
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WEEKDAY SERVICES
All weekday services have been suspended for the summer. Weekday services will resume on Monday, September 14.
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