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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Next week begins our Great Food Pantry Experiment. This experiment is all about learning when having our food pantry open is best for our neighbors. Over the course of the next four weeks, our pantry will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday.
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Currently, we only have three times slots remaining that need to be filled. Would you volunteer for one of the following days:
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Wednesday, August 12, 4:30-7:00 p.m.
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Tuesday, August 18, 4:30-7:00 p.m.
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Thursday, August 27, 4:30-7:00 p.m.
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By volunteering, you are joining twenty other parishioners and nine at-large community members who have learned about this project and have agree to serve a shift. This is absolutely amazing -- and a profound testimony of our congregation's commitment to service.
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Over the next few weeks, be sure to keep an eye on our social media accounts as we share about this experiment. These posts can be great tools as we all share the good news about what our congregation is doing.
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As we set off on this project, please be intentional about praying for the effort. The model we're using is a "leap of faith" (really, a continued posture of trust and reliance on God's provision). We have no idea how many people will show up, and whether or not we're going to have enough food. We're going to trust in people doing the right thing.
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Sharing a little good news...
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This past week I received the following note from the Social Services representative at the Broome County Jail. You'll recall we entered into a partnership with them earlier this year to provide hygiene kits to individuals recently released from BCJ and connect them with Katie's Closet as a resource.
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"I spoke to a client the other day who said how amazing Katie’s Closet is and that felt very welcomed there. He said it was a very welcoming and non-judgmental atmosphere and that he had a great conversation with one of your co-workers.
Thank you for your efforts in our community and being a safe space for everyone!"
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Well done to everyone who has a hand in Katie's Clothing Closet! From folding clothes on a Second Sunday of Service to volunteering midweek when the closet is open.
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Announcements
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Name Tag Board - This Sunday, you'll notice that the white board with our names tags has been replaced with a larger board attached to the wall. This will give us more space as more name tags are added -- as well as eliminate a tripping hazard (and source of great frustration whenever the white board would fall!).
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Previously, there were five pictures of the Church throughout the years that hung in this space. The images from these pictures are going to be used in a display for this space that helps tell the story of the Church building for visitors. The display will show the Church through the years, from before the addition of the Bell Tower, the installation of the Rood Beam, and the installation of the Marble Reredos.
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The original pictures in their frames that were in this space are going to be integrated into the full history of Christ Church in the Library and Archives -- along with the Rectors and other architectural developments. That will be done in late September.
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Confirmation Classes - Bishop DeDe's next episcopal visitation will be on Sunday, November 1, and will include Confirmation, Reception, and Reaffirmation. If you are new to Christ Church or are in high school, we will hold Confirmation Classes beginning Sunday, September 13 and running through October 25. They will follow our worship service in the Chapel. Those being Confirmed will need to attend all six sessions, plus the rehearsal.
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What is Confirmation? Confirmation is the mature profession of faith before the Bishop, and a public commitment to the ethos of The Episcopal Church as described in the Baptismal Covenant. Individuals eligible to be confirmed are those who were either baptized as infants in the Episcopal Church, or were baptized in a Christian denomination outside of the Episcopal Church (either as an infant or adult).
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What is Reception? Reception is for those who were Baptized and Confirmed in one of the recognized apostolic churches:
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- the Orthodox Church
- the Roman Catholic Church
- the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
- the Old Catholic Church
- the Philippine Independent Church
- the Mar Thoma Syrian Church of Malabar
- the Moravian Church in America
What is Reaffirmation? Reaffirmation are for those who have already been Confirmed or Received in The Episcopal Church who would like to recommit themselves to their baptismal vocation.
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If you would like to be Confirmed, Received, or Reaffirm your Baptismal Vows, please let Fr. Scott know.
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Great Food Pantry Experiment - Beginning on Monday, August 3, we take a leap of faith and open our pantry doors for 10 hours a day, Monday through Thursday. Please keep this project in your prayers that God continues to provide all that is needed.
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August's Second Sunday of Service - On Sunday, August 9, we will have two extra projects for our Second Sunday of Service. We will be making Naloxone bags to be placed in our Naloxone boxes around campus. Additionally, we will be repackaging laundry detergent and dish soap to be given our with our Neighborhood Basics Hygiene Project.
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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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From the Bishop's Office
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Diocesan Lay Preaching Program
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The Lay Preaching Program is now accepting applications for the 2026–2028 program years. Licensed lay preachers serve in a supply capacity for congregations throughout the diocese. Taught by the Rev. Dr. Rebecca Drebert and the Very Rev. Dr. Scott Parnell, this rigorous two-year formational program meets four times per year at St. James' Episcopal Church in Skaneateles. The curriculum includes biblical studies and exegesis, Episcopal/Anglican polity, theology, and homiletical structure. Additionally, participants are paired with a personal preaching mentor and deliver four sermons annually in a congregational setting. Those interested in applying for the upcoming cohort should email Canon David Stickley at dstickley@cnyepiscopal.org for more information. The application deadline is August 9.
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Announcement Regarding the New Diocesan Center
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Christ Church (Binghamton) on the Diocesan Blog
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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 a.m. - Holy Eucharist, Rite II
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9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Great Food Pantry Experiment
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9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Great Food Pantry Experiment
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9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Great Food Pantry Experiment
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9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Great Food Pantry Experiment
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5:30-6:30 p.m. Girl Scoutns
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9:00 a.m. - Second Sunday of Service
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10:00 a.m. - Holy Eucharist
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Prayer and Worship
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In the week ahead, please pray for comfort and healing for: Angel, Bobbie, Dave, David, Don, Ellen, Jeanne, Jennifer, Lilly, Linda, Lynne, Margaret, Marguerite, Marion, Mark, Mike, Phil, Rick, Sadie, Scott, Steven, Ticia, Tom, Theo, and Victoria.
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