Announcements
Easter Sunday | april 20, 2025
EASTER MONDAY Christ Church campuses, Fort Lauderdale and Parkway, will be closed Easter Monday, April 21. The Blessings Food Pantry will be closed that day too. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, April 22.
Click here to read the dedications of Easter plants in honor or in memory of our loved ones.
WAYS TO CONNECT | christchurchfl.org/ways2connect
TODAY
CONNECT CARDS We want to connect with you. Please fill out a Connect Card, to tell us that you are here, how we can pray for you and which ministries you’re called to. We’d love to hear your ideas also. You’ll find paper Connect Cards in the worship space and digital cards at christchurchfl.org/connectcard.
HOLY GROUNDS COFFEE TIME Every Sunday, coffee and snacks are available before the 9am and 11am services. Join your friends in the breezeway for coffee and conversation.
AT THE TABLE today | 10:05am | fellowship hall 1-3 At the Table is a time to explore the scripture of the day and meet new people as you do. Invite friends and newcomers to join you. Plan to stay after the 9am service or come early for the 11am service; you don’t need to hear the day's message to participate in the conversation. Holy Grounds is open, so grab a snack and coffee, and join us.
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JOY GROUP wednesday | may 7 | 11am Women 55 and over, here’s your chance to get to know and encourage one another. The Joy Group – Jesus, Others, You – meets the first Wednesday of each month. Their mission is to share what Christ has done in their lives and to support one another. RSVP if you plan to attend. If you need a ride or have questions, contact Lynn Harrison at info@christchurchfl.org
WELCOME BRUNCH sunday | may 18 | 10am | fellowship hall 1 If you or someone you sit next to during worship is new to Christ Church, we’d love to get acquainted at the Welcome brunch on Sunday, May 18, at 10am. This is an opportunity to learn more about the church and meet others. If you’re interested or have questions, please send an email to welcome@christchurchfl.org
CREATIVE SPIRIT sunday | may 18 | 4:30-6pm Do you connect to God when you are creating? Perhaps
you just crave a time to slow down and paint something beautiful? Women of all ages are invited to join Pastor Monique McBride, art teacher at Christ Church School, for a short time of devotion and a guided floral still life painting lesson, called Creative Spirit: Therapeutic Art & Devotion Painting Class for Women. All supplies are provided. Women with names A-L, bring a savory treat to share. Women with names M-Z, bring a sweet treat to share. Fourth and fifth grade ladies are welcome with a parent/chaperone. Grab a friend and join us! Youth welcome. Limit 25. RSVP to mmcbride@ccsfl.org by Friday, May 16.
SHARED MEALS You are invited to share a meal and community twice each week on the Parkway
Campus. On Wednesday, 4:30-6pm, dinner is served to all who come. On Sunday, breakfast is shared 9-10am. This is a great way to build community with our neighbors. The Parkway Campus is located at 100 NE 44th Street, Deerfield Beach.
CHRIST CHURCH AT TRIVIA NIGHT mondays | 7:30pm | Funky Buddha Brewery Join us as we play trivia. It’s an informal gathering of folks who have fun trying to answer the questions and catching up on one another’s lives. Look for the Christ Church team at the Funky Buddha, 1201 NE 38th Street, Oakland Park, on Monday nights.
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ANTI-RACISM TASK FORCE BOOK DISCUSSION sunday | april 27 | 12:30pm | fellowship halls 1-3
Where Colors Meet is a compelling anthology that delves deep into the complex themes of race relations, equality, and social justice. The book is available on Audible if you’d rather listen than read. We’re expecting a couple of the authors to join us for the discussion. Through the diverse voices, Where Colors Meet invites readers to ignite empathy, spark meaningful discussions, and inspire lasting change in communities. All are welcome. If you have questions, email leader Susan Spragg,
artf@christchurchfl.org
MORNING OF SHARING saturday | may 10 | 10am-12noon | christ church Christ Church will host a Morning of Sharing, led by the South East District Beloved Community Team, on Saturday, May 10, 10am-12noon. It will be a time to engage in meaningful cross-cultural dialogue, learn tools to foster diversity and inclusion, and strengthen relationships within our community. It will be one of five gatherings across the district that morning. Please register in advance from a link at christchurchfl.org/events
UNITED METHODIST 101 sunday | june 1 | 4pm | fellowship hall 1 Pastor Catahy Johns will hold a short course on the history and beliefs of the United Methodist Church and the unique vision and mission of Christ Church. You’ll learn about ways to serve as the hands and feet of Christ, and review and discuss membership vows of The United Methodist Church. New members will be received later in June. Email Pastor Cathy, cjohns@christchurchfl.org, to sign up for the class. Child care is available by contacting Lisa Jones, ljones@christchurchfl.org
LAY SERVANT TRAINING saturday | june 14 | 7:30am – 6pm If you are interested in being equipped as a lay leader within the United Methodist Church, consider taking advantage of the Lay Servant Ministry Basic Course or the advanced Polity Course that will be offered Saturday, June 14, at Christ Church. Polity is required of those who want to be certified as a lay speaker. If you want to learn more, contact Connie Bookholt, cbookholt@nationalgroup.com To sign up for one of the June 14 courses, go to christchurchfl.org/events
GREAT BOOKS: Jesus and the Disinherited wednesday | august 6 | 6:30pm | fellowship 4 In this 110-page classic Howard Thurman invites oppressed individuals to turn away from hatred and turn toward love. Thurman writes of Jesus, who lived under Roman oppression and chose to live out his teachings daily in the face of the oppressive yoke of Rome. Dr. Thurman’s book, written in 1949, was a favorite of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Thurman invites us to love our enemies by practicing “mutual discovery.” Through humanizing both the privileged and the underprivileged we are able to love everyone. Please secure your own book and read in advance. This gathering is part of the Great Books 2025 series, Spiritual Classics for the Soul with Pastor Cathy. Child care is available with reservation to Lisa Jones, ljones@christchurchfl.org
WOMEN OF FAITH wednesdays | 12noon | in person & Zoom This small group invites you to join them Wednesdays at noon to study the Bible and pray for one another. If you’re interested, contact leader Cynthia Metzger Phipps at cmetzgerphipps@christchurchfl.org or 954.771.7300 x201.
MORNING PRAYERS Begin your weekdays praying with your church family at 7:30am on the Christ Church Facebook page, @christchurchfl. If you can’t be online at 7:30, a recording of morning prayers is available on Facebook. Morning prayers take a break on church and federal holidays.
ZOE EMPOWERS We are planning to support a Zoe Empowerment Group in Africa for the next three years. This is a way to help abandoned and orphaned teens and young adults develop the skills to support themselves and their families in their context. You can learn more and become part of the start-up team at christchurchfl.org/zoe
BLESSINGS FOOD PANTRY ACCEPTING DONATIONS The following items would be greatly appreciated: canned tuna or chicken, canned or boxed soups, cereals, instant potatoes, tomato sauce, rice, pasta, mac-and-cheese, canned beans, canned vegetables, jelly, peanut butter, coffee/tea, canned fruit, canned ravioli, canned meat such as Spam, and cereal bars. Items may be taken to the pantry during pantry hours, 9-11am Monday, Wednesday and Friday, or brought to worship on Sunday. Learn more at christchurchfl.org/blessings
PREPARE BREAKFAST FOR PARKWAY The Parkway community breakfast is prepared in the Fort Lauderdale kitchen early Sunday morning. This is a great opportunity for families to serve together, wrapping and heating breakfast sandwiches. Students can earn service hours. Contact Pastor Peytyn Tobin if you, your family or group can help: ptobin@christchurchfl.org
BLOOD DRIVE sunday | june 8 | 8am-12:30pm | big red bus will be parked on the fort lauderdale campus Donate blood and save three lives, all while going to or leaving church on Sunday, June 8. The Big Red Bus donation center will be parked on the Fort Lauderdale Campus before worship that day. Coming soon: a link to sign up.
HEAT DINNERS FOR PARKWAY On Wednesdays, we’re preparing Christ Church’s famous and tasty meatloaf and side dishes in the Fort Lauderdale kitchen for our guests on the Parkway Campus. Flex volunteer time 2-4pm. This is a great opportunity for families to serve together after school. Students can earn service hours. If you are interested, please contact Pastor Peytyn Tobin, ptobin@christchurchfl.org
JOIN THE WELCOME TEAM Do you enjoy greeting your church family and welcoming guests? The Welcome Team would be a great place for you to serve. Welcome Team members also help serve communion and collect the offering. Some welcome team members serve as ushers and greeters for memorial services and other special events. Linda Bajkowsky coordinates the team and would love your help. Serving with the Welcome Team is a great way to get to know your church family. Sign up at christchurchfl.org/serve
BE PART OF THE WORSHIP TECH TEAM Put your tech skills to work for God. If you would like to be part of the team that helps run the cameras and visuals for worship, send an email to info@christchurchfl.org
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FAITH CARING GROUP mondays | 1pm The Faith Caring Group reflects and addresses the need for caring and assistance as well as grief support. The group meets on Zoom every Monday of the month, except the second Monday when members have lunch at the Fort Lauderdale Olive Garden. For more information, send an email to info@christchurchfl.org with your contact information. A Faith Caring Group leader will get back to you.
CHILDREN
SUMMER CAMP AT WARREN WILLIS july 13-19 Rising 4th graders through graduating seniors are invited to experience the summer fun at Warren Willis summer camp. This summer, we’re going Week 5, which is July 13-19. Pastor Peytyn Tobin will be going as Pastor of the Elementary School Camp. We’ll be riding with students from a couple of other churches, so you can make new friends on the way to camp. Check out a video from last year’s campus and learn more at christchurchfl.org/camp
