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THIS WEEK AT CHRIST CHURCH, GEORGETOWN
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
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| Weekday Services: Weekday services resumed on Monday, September 14. 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, beautiful services. For more information, contact Father Timothy Cole.
Upcoming Funeral Liturgy: A funeral liturgy for the late Peter Anders Dohlman will take place tomorrow, Thursday, September 17, at 11:00 a.m., in the Church. Your prayers and presence are requested.
Sunday School Open House: Interested in Christ Church’s growing Sunday School? If so, we invite you to gather in Keith Hall on Sunday, September 20, at 10:15 a.m. At that time, parents and children will have the opportunity to meet Sunday School teachers, learn about curricula, and visit the recently-refurbished classrooms. For more information, contact Father Andrew Stump. To register your child(ren), click here.
Kenya Mission Trip Presentation: Come hear what the Lord is doing through his people in the heart of Kibera Slum. On Sunday, September 20, at 10:15 a.m., in the C. Boyden Gray Auditorium, participants in this past summer’s mission trip to Kenya will share their stories and learnings from the trip. The presentation will serve a foretaste for those who may want to participate in future mission trips. All are welcome.
Bite-sized Bible Study: Originally intended for parents with small children, 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 Room 201 on the second 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.
Parish “Feast”: Join us on Sunday, September 27 for Feast, our 4th Sunday brunch, when we remember to pause and visit with each other while sharing laughter and good food. The Feast is held on fourth Sundays, from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m., in the C. Boyden Gray Auditorium. Registration is requested and seating is limited. For more information or to make a reservation, click here.
Fall 2026 New Members Class: Would you like to learn more about the Episcopal/Anglican tradition – its history, theology, and practices? Would you like to become more involved in the life of the parish community or become a registered member of Christ Church, Georgetown? Then join us for five consecutive Sundays of learning and fellowship, beginning Sunday, October 4, at 10:15 a.m., in the C. Boyden Gray Auditorium. For more information, contact Father Timothy Cole. To register, click here.
Blessing of the Animals: The annual Blessing of the Animals will take place on Sunday, October 4, at 3:00 p.m., in the Chapel Garden. All parishioners and their pets, as well as family members, friends, and neighbors and their pets, are invited to this brief, informal service held on or near the feast of Francis of Assisi (October 4), patron saint of animals and ecology.
Choral Evensong to Resume: Following a long summer hiatus, Choral Evensong will resume on Sunday, October 4, at 5:00 p.m., in the Church. The liturgy will include works by Jean Berger, Stephen Caracciolo, H. Balfour Gardiner, and Herbert W. Sumsion. 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.
Christ Church Ceilidh: On Saturday, October 10, put your dancing shoes on and join us for an evening of Scottish jigs, reels, sips, and spins. No prior experience is necessary to participate in this parish-wide event for all ages, as a band and caller will guide the dances. Dancing will begin at 6:15; dinner will be served at 7:00; and dancing will continue until 9:00. Kilts are optional. Fun and good memories are not! To register, click here.
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| GriefShare: Are you mourning the loss of someone or something you love? Then join fellow parishioners of all ages and stages of life as they walk together through the process of navigating grief and move towards hope. Led by Father Andrew Stump, the GriefShare group will next meet on Tuesday, September 29, at 6:30 p.m., in the Memorial Room. For more information or to register, click here.
Going Deeper: Does your soul hunger for something more: A deeper life with God or a quieter trust? Going Deeper is an invitation to walk with others who are listening for that call. Meeting on alternating Tuesday evenings, participants in this parish group seek to expand their vision for the Christian life, engage in spiritual practices, and open themselves to the loving accountability of a committed band of fellow disciples. Not for the faint of heart, membership in the group requires a commitment to routine attendance, to transparent self-honesty, and to the hard work of following Christ in everyday life. The next gathering will take place on Tuesday, September 29, at 6:30 p.m. For more information, contact parishioner John Murton, or Mother Tiffany Clark.
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. Diligent students and curious walk-ins are welcome. Gatherings will take place every two weeks, at 8:00 a.m., in Keith Hall, beginning tomorrow, September 17. For more information, contact parishioner Ernest Clark or Father Andrew Stump.
Men’s Ministry Happy Hour: The first Men’s Happy Hour of the program year will take place tomorrow, Thursday, September 17, 6:00 p.m., at 1310 Kitchen and Bar: 1310 Wisconsin NW. All men of the parish are welcome – as are their guests. For more information, contact parishioners Chad Thorley or Al Troup.
New Parents Group: Intended for those who are new to parenting or who are just looking for fellow parents with whom to navigate life, this parish group meets monthly for a low-key Saturday morning hang-out… infants and toddlers in tow. The first gathering of the program year will take place on Saturday, September 19, at 10:30 a.m. For more information, contact parishioner Emily Dobson or Mother Tiffany Clark.
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 first gathering of the semester will take place on Monday, September 21, 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.
Light on the Hill: Participants in this parish group, intended for those who currently work on Capitol Hill, at the White House, or in the various agencies of the federal government, seek to be the light of Christ to one another and to those with whom they work. The first gathering of the program year will take place on September 21, at 6.30 p.m. 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, beginning September 22. 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.
Next Chapter Parish Group: Intended for those who are turning the page from the scramble of career building and parenting, this parish group serves as a reorienting compass. It provides space in which to think deeply, to ask important questions, and to chart a course for the next season of life with God. Open to single people, couples, and empty-nesters, participants convene monthly for a potluck dinner. The first gathering of the program year will take place on Wednesday, September 23, at 6:30 p.m. For more information, contact parishioners Lindsay Walsh, or Emily Boland.
Women’s Ministry Social Hour: Join the women of Christ Church for a monthly social gathering – the perfect way to reconnect with old friends and to make new ones. The first gathering of the program year will take place on Thursday, September 24, at 6:00 p.m. It will be hosted by parishioner Beth Crocker. To register, click here.
Agape Suppers: Formerly known as the Prime Timers, this parish group, which convenes monthly for dinner at Christ Church, is grounded in Christian fellowship, Georgetown hospitality, mutual learning, and the self-giving love of God. This season, each gathering will include a “behind the scenes” presentation by a representative of one of the parish’s guilds, ministries, or other leadership bodies intended to deepen participants’ understanding of both the mundane and spiritual practices that sustain the common life, and in particular, the liturgical life of the parish. The first gathering of the program year will take place on Wednesday, September 30. It will feature a presentation by members of the Vestry. For more information, contact parishioners Ryan Velasco, or John Walker.
Scripture Seminar: Despite a theological commitment to the Bible as the central document of our living faith and the primary source of God’s revelation, many find it difficult to read and even harder to understand. To receive and apply Scripture’s message, we need an interpretive framework and a basic familiarity with how the parts work together to create a whole. The new Christ Church Scripture Seminar will facilitate robust discussion, critical thought, personal insight, and grounded knowledge of the text of Holy Scripture. Led by the clergy of Christ Church and a team of visiting Biblical scholars, this season’s Scripture Seminar will offer a book-by-book overview of the Bible, immersing participants in its history, literary structures, narrative arc, and theological themes. Optional readings and pre-set questions will allow participants to anticipate and participate in each week’s discussion. Whether dipping a tentative toe or diving fully in, participants in this weekly series will steadily build a framework in which they can make sense of the various Biblical texts encountered in the liturgy and meaningfully engage with the Bible on their own. The Scripture Seminar will convene on the third floor of Linthicum Hall at 10:15 a.m., beginning Sunday, October 4. For a schedule of topics, click here.
Thrift Shop Update: The Christ Church Thrift Shop, located on the lower level of Linthicum Hall, has resumed operation. The Thrift Shop 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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