The Weekly E-news of Christ Episcopal Church, Binghamton, New York
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Committed to Service + Formed by the Faith + Centered on Worship
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From the Rector's Desk
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What an incredible two weeks of generosity and improvement here at the Church. First, I want to thank everyone who contributed to our "Boiler Campaign" to address the leak above our boiler electronics. This fast action has allowed us to quickly make the necessary repairs and avoid catastrophe -- an extraordinarily expensive fix and a very cold building. Within two weeks we met our match and have already had the work completed. Thank you to everyone who contributed to this project.
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Additionally, the Chapel Floor has been replaced. You can see the incredible difference this has made in this space, as we look to resume Godly Play during coffee hour later this fall.
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As part of our work for October's meeting of St. Andy's Guild, we are going to freshen up the paint in the chapel. If you would like to help paint, please email Susan MacLennon at standys@christchurchbinghamton.org.
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Announcements
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Anne Fish's 70th Birthday Drop-in - Swing by Anne and Jay Fish's home tomorrow between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. as they celebrate Anne's 70th birthday. They live at 91 Grand Blvd, and ask that you only bring yourself.
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October Ministry Sign-up - As Monday's update on the Great Food Pantry Experiment mentioned, we are responding to what we learned and are updating our hours to better fit the needs of our neighbors. If you would like to sign up to volunteer in a ministry slot for the month of October, please sign-up here.
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Bible Study - Our fall Bible Study resumes on Thursday. We are shifting out time to 12:05 p.m. on Thursdays, and meeting for just under an hour. As we establish our group, we will be actively reaching out to folks who work in Metrocenter to join us.
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Winter Warmth Project - If you are interested in supporting this year's winter warmth project, consider purchasing one of these items, here. They are shipped directly to the Church.
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October's Second Sunday of Service - On Sunday, October 12, we will be repackaging dish soap, Windex, and 409 to be given our with our Neighborhood Basics Hygiene Project. The bottles will need to be filled and labeled -- a great task for an assembly line! We will also have Naloxone kits that need to be stuffed.
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St. Andy's Workday - On October 20, we will have our next St. Andy's workday at the Church. We will be removing AC units, replacing ceiling tiles, and painting the Chapel. Please email Susan MacLennan at standys@christchurchbinghamton.org to let us know you're planning on coming. Exact time TBD.
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"See Me, Hear Me, Treat Me" - Save the date of Sunday, October 25 at 4:00 p.m. as we join with Trinity-Memorial to hear information gathered at a recent listening session on the experience of homelessness in Broom County. In addition to the presentation, we will be celebrating the arrival of Trinity-Memorial's new Priest-in-Charge, the Rev. Cole Gruberth.
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All Soul's Requiem - Save the date of Monday, November 2, as we mark All Souls Day with the Episcopal Congregations of the Southern Tier. This service will be a traditional requiem, with an abbreviated homily and time for reflective prayer. Parishioners from across the Southern Tier congregations will offer short reflections on the challenges of our times. This will be a time to lay bare your concerns, fears, anxieties, and griefs and offer them up to God.
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Flooring in the Chapel - A few folks have asked about carrying the LVP that is in the chapel throughout the upper level of the parish house (the hallway outside the chapel and towards the elevator, as well as the Great Hall). We reached out to the folks who did the work, and they estimate it to be just over $32,000. If you are interested in supporting this in the future, please let Fr. Scott know.
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Ministry Opportunity - If you are interested in corresponding with a lonely incarcerated individual (that used to spend a lot of time on our Green Space), please let Fr. Scott know.
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Katie’s Closet - This ministry is flourishing with an increasing amount of both patrons and donations!! As a result, we find we are in need of more volunteer staff. It is an extremely fulfilling opportunity for anyone who enjoys giving back to the community. It is entirely possible to volunteer for as little as an hour a month. Please prayerfully consider joining us in our very much needed mission. Diane Button - the volunteer coordinator - can be contacted at katiescloset@christchurchbinghamton.org.
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Christ Church Shirts - If you would like to order a Christ Church t-shirt (short or long sleeve), you can order one here (and have it shipped directly to your house)!
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From the Bishop's Office
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Pastoral Care Training - The Diocese of Central New York is offering Pastoral Care training to lay persons interested in pastoral care ministries. Taught by Dr. April Stace, this program will equip participants with foundations in pastoral presence, deep listening, responding to difficult situations, recognizing the limits of our role, and knowing when and how to connect someone with additional support.
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On-site, November 6, 2026, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM; location TBD
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On-site April 10, 2027, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM; location TBD
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Online sessions/check-in every 4 - 6 weeks in between on-site meetings; times TBD
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Diocesan Literary Magazine - The Summer 2026 edition of Wonder In All is available now on the diocesan website. Visit cnyepiscopal.org/wonder to read poetry, stories and essays submitted by people from across the Diocese of Central New York.
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The Week Ahead
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5:30 - 6:00 p.m. - Girl Scouts
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12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Chow/Katie's Closet
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10:00 - Noon Katie's Closet
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10:00 a.m. - Holy Eucharist (Rite II) with the Blessing of the Backpacks
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11:45 a.m. - Confirmation Class
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12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Chow/Katie's Closet
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6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Gardening and clean up
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8:00 - 12:00 BCFC Meeting
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3:30 - 5:30 p.m. Katie's Closet
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7:00-8:00 p.m. Choir Rehersal
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7:45 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. Al Anon
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12:05 p.m. - 12:50 p.m. - Bible Study
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5:30-6:30 p.m. Girl Scouts
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12:30 - 1:30 Chow/Katie's Closet
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10:00 a.m. - Holy Eucharist (Rite II)
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11:45 a.m. - Confirmation
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Prayer and Worship
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In the week ahead, please pray for comfort and healing for: Angel, Chris, Dave, David, Diane, Don, Ellen, Gene, Holly, Jeanne, Jennifer, John, Kelly, Lilly, Linda, Lynne, Margaret, Marguerite, Marion, Mark, Mike, Phil, Rick, Sadie, Scott, Steven, Ticia, Theo, Tom and Victoria.
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