08
Sep '23
September 8, 2023
08
Sep '23
* Sept. 10—Acoustic Café with Rob Skiba, 11:00-2:00
• Sept. 11—Car Cruise at the Daily Grind, 5:00 to dusk
• Sept. 16—Morning Car Cruise & Crafts at the Grind 10:00 to 1:00
• Sept. 17—Acoustic Café with Ed Bentley, 11:00-1:00
• Sept. 19—Fall Bible Study Begins at 6:00
• Sept. 24—Acoustic Café with The Rattletones, 11:00-1:00
• Sept. 29—Christ Church serves at the Westfield Soup Kitchen
FALL BIBLE STUDY The Seven Churches of Revelation
Join us Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. beginning Sept. 19. Greg Deily will facilitate an eight week Bible Study on the Seven Churches of Revelation. We will be looking at the wonderful encouragements and the strong warnings that Jesus gave directly to seven actual churches. And we’ll learn how these messages are still urgently relevant for Christian churches today. You won’t want to miss out, everyone is welcome, please join us at the “Undergrind” (the lower level of the Daily Grind)
AA MEETINGS AT THE UNDERGRIND
Looking for a meeting? We host AA Meetings at the “Undergrind” (basement of the Daily Grind) Sundays at 7:00 p.m. and Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome! We are also hosting a Men’s AA Meeting on Saturday mornings at 8:00.
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Aug '23
August 18, 2023
18
Aug '23
*Acoustic Café at the Daily Grind -Rob Skiba 8-13
*Gospel Concert with the Rattletones 8-19 7pm
*Acoustic Café at the Daily Grind -Ed Bentley 8-20
*Acoustic Café at the Daily Grind -Kent Besocke 8-27
*Cancer Awareness Memorial Golf Tournament 8-26
MINISTRY OPPORTUNITY
Weeding or Carpet Cleaning?
Would either appeal to you? Would you be able to adopt one of our mulched areas and keep it weed free? Do you have a carpet steamer? Perhaps you’d be willing to steam clean the carpet in the church area? Please speak to Kathy King if you’d like to make either of these your summer ministry. Kathy can be reached at 413-569-5151, extension 13.
07
Jul '23
July 7, 2023
07
Jul '23
- Christ Church Celebrates Independence Day! 7/2
- Acoustic Café with Rob Skiba 7/9
- Cruisin’ the Grind Car Shows at the Daily Grind 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31
- The Valley Kats play at the Daily Grind Car Show 7/10
- Acoustic Café with Ed Bentley 7/16
- Acoustic Café with Chris Shea 7/22
- Acoustic Café with Bob Allen and Chris Mastroianni 7/23
- The Rattletones Host Gospel Concert 8/19
- Cancer Awareness Golf Tournament 8/26
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Jun '23
June 2, 2023
02
Jun '23
Church and Daily Grind Events
• June 4—Acoustic Café with Ed Bentley 11-1
• June 5, 12, 19, 26—Cruisin’ the Grind Car Shows 5:00
• June 11—Acoustic Café with Rob Skiba 11-2
• June 18—Happy Father’s Day, Enjoy a “Pop” Sicle with Dad!
• June 18—Acoustic Café with Bob Allen 11-1
• June 21—Alzheimer’s Association Longest Day Fundraising Event 4:30-7:30
• June 4—Acoustic Café with Ed Bentley 11-1
• June 5, 12, 19, 26—Cruisin’ the Grind Car Shows 5:00
• June 11—Acoustic Café with Rob Skiba 11-2
• June 18—Happy Father’s Day, Enjoy a “Pop” Sicle with Dad!
• June 18—Acoustic Café with Bob Allen 11-1
• June 21—Alzheimer’s Association Longest Day Fundraising Event 4:30-7:30
MINISTERS OF THE MONTH
Mike Hague and Linda Matthews
Many thanks to Mike and Linda for leading our First Communion Class this year! We had a big group wrapping up the class on May 21. Mike and Linda also host our Discovery Hour Program for children during our 10:15 service each week. We can’t thank them enough for all the time and effort they put into working with the children of our church.
Mike Hague and Linda Matthews
Many thanks to Mike and Linda for leading our First Communion Class this year! We had a big group wrapping up the class on May 21. Mike and Linda also host our Discovery Hour Program for children during our 10:15 service each week. We can’t thank them enough for all the time and effort they put into working with the children of our church.
MISSION OPPORTUNITY
The Longest Day
Come out with your family and friends for the Alzheimer’s Association Longest Day fundraising event Wednesday, June 21 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on our front lawn. There will be vendors, food trucks, raffles, a children’s area and a Zumba class! Please bring a donation for the Alzheimer’s Association and wear PURPLE!
The Longest Day
Come out with your family and friends for the Alzheimer’s Association Longest Day fundraising event Wednesday, June 21 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on our front lawn. There will be vendors, food trucks, raffles, a children’s area and a Zumba class! Please bring a donation for the Alzheimer’s Association and wear PURPLE!
MISSION OPPORTUNITY
Cancer Awareness Memorial Golf Tournament
Come for fun and join the fight for a cure! The 15th Annual Elsie Osman and Esther Cressotti Cancer Awareness Memorial Golf Tournament is Saturday, August 26 with a 1:00 shotgun start time. Please contact Leah Cressotti at 413-204-1730 for more information.
Cancer Awareness Memorial Golf Tournament
Come for fun and join the fight for a cure! The 15th Annual Elsie Osman and Esther Cressotti Cancer Awareness Memorial Golf Tournament is Saturday, August 26 with a 1:00 shotgun start time. Please contact Leah Cressotti at 413-204-1730 for more information.
CAR SHOW RETURNS FOR A 2ND YEAR!
You won’t want to miss all the exciting summer fun! Beginning Monday, June 5 we’ll have a classic car show at the Daily Grind each Monday from 5:00 p.m. until dusk. DJ Bruce Marshall from the Valley’s Classic Hits, 97.7 FM will be there to play classic hits and run raffles. Come enjoy classic cars, classic hits, raffles, prizes and of course, great food and drinks!
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May '23
May 4, 2023
04
May '23
Church and Daily Grind Events
- 5/7 Acoustic Café with Rob Skiba
- 5/14 Mother’s Day
- 5/14 Acoustic Café with Ed Bentley
- 5/7, 5/14 First Communion Class Meets at 11:15
- 5/21 First Communion Class Meets at 10:15
- 5/21 First Communion during 11:15 Service
- 5/21 Acoustic Café with The Rattletones
- 5/28 Acoustic Café with Kent Besocke
Bible Study
A Women’s Bible Study using “The Chosen” season 1 as a springboard for reflection and discussion began on Wednesday, April 12 at 7:00 p.m. and will continue until June 7. Each week we will reflect on and discuss two episodes. You can watch episodes prior to the Bible Study at new.thechosen.tv. The study is facilitated by Laura Simoneau and Karen Sheffer and will meet in the church area. All welcome!
Fishing Trip
We would like to know how many people are interested in an ocean fishing trip. We would need at least six people to charter a boat and there are several different options available. Please look for a sign up sheet expressing interest on the Information and Opportunities Table.
07
Apr '23
April 7, 2023
07
Apr '23
Church Events
Palm Sunday 4/2
• Acoustic Café with Ed Bentley 11-1 4/2
• Maundy Thursday 4/6
• Good Friday 4/7
• Decorate for Easter 10-2 4/8
• Easter Sunday 4/9
• Women’s Bible Study Begins 4/12
• Acoustic Café with Chris Mastroianni & Bob Allen 4/16
• First Communion Classes Begin 4/23
• Acoustic Café with the Rattletones 11-1 4/30
• Mother’s Day 5/14
• First Communion at 11:15 5/21
• Acoustic Café with Ed Bentley 11-1 4/2
• Maundy Thursday 4/6
• Good Friday 4/7
• Decorate for Easter 10-2 4/8
• Easter Sunday 4/9
• Women’s Bible Study Begins 4/12
• Acoustic Café with Chris Mastroianni & Bob Allen 4/16
• First Communion Classes Begin 4/23
• Acoustic Café with the Rattletones 11-1 4/30
• Mother’s Day 5/14
• First Communion at 11:15 5/21
New Series: The Personality of Jesus
Jesus was fun. I’m sure of it! Because children loved to be around Him—and children don’t gravitate to
cold, crabby people! Plus, people loved to invite Jesus to their home for dinner. And who wants to have
dinner with a sour, bitter person? Jesus was positive. I know that for a fact! Because
no one goes out of their way to spend time with someone who discourages them, tears them down, or
crushes their dreams. Yet people flocked to Jesus, wanting to be close to Him.
Join us in the weeks ahead as we meet the real Jesus.
And maybe —just maybe — we can become more like Him!
Jesus was fun. I’m sure of it! Because children loved to be around Him—and children don’t gravitate to
cold, crabby people! Plus, people loved to invite Jesus to their home for dinner. And who wants to have
dinner with a sour, bitter person? Jesus was positive. I know that for a fact! Because
no one goes out of their way to spend time with someone who discourages them, tears them down, or
crushes their dreams. Yet people flocked to Jesus, wanting to be close to Him.
Join us in the weeks ahead as we meet the real Jesus.
And maybe —just maybe — we can become more like Him!
03
Mar '23
March 3, 2023
03
Mar '23
Church Events
- Small Group Bible Study Tuesdays at 6:00
- Class 301 Thursdays at 6:00
- Acoustic Café with Rob Skiba 3/12
- Acoustic Café with Ed Bentley 3/19
- Acoustic Café with Kent Besocke 3/26
- Palm Sunday 4/2
- Maundy Thursday 4/6
- Good Friday 4/7
- Decorate for Easter 4/8
- Easter Sunday 4/9
CHOIR MEMBERS WELCOME
If you would like to join our adult choir for Holy Week please speak to Mike Curran, Mike can be reached at 413-222-8345.
06
Jan '23
January 6, 2023
06
Jan '23
Church and Daily Grind Events
Jan. 8 Acoustic Café—Rob Skiba
Jan. 17 Winter Bible Study Begins
Jan. 22 Acoustic Café—Bob Allen
Jan. 29 Acoustic Café—The Rattletones
Jan. 26, Jan. 29 Ministry Fair
Feb. 7 Class 101, 7 pm
Feb. 16 Class 301, 6:30 pm
Jan. 17 Winter Bible Study Begins
Jan. 22 Acoustic Café—Bob Allen
Jan. 29 Acoustic Café—The Rattletones
Jan. 26, Jan. 29 Ministry Fair
Feb. 7 Class 101, 7 pm
Feb. 16 Class 301, 6:30 pm
MINISTRY FAIR
Find out about our Ministry Opportunities at Christ Church’s Ministry Fair Thursday, January 26 and Sunday, January 29. Check out all the exciting possibilities and put your unique God given S.H.A.P.E. (Spiritual gift, Heart, Abilities, Personality and Experience) to good use. Explore our many small group ministries and meet our Ministry Facilitators. Sign up for classes or enroll in one of our Small Groups or Bible Studies.
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Dec '22
December 16, 2022
16
Dec '22
Wood Sign Workshop at the Daily Grind 2:00-4:00 Dec. 17
Acoustic Café at the Daily Grind—Bob Allen Dec. 18, 11:00 – 2:00
Acoustic Café at the Daily Grind—Bob Allen Dec. 18, 11:00 – 2:00
Christmas Candlelight Services, Friday, Dec. 23 7:00,
Saturday, Dec. 24 7:00, 8:30, 10:00 p.m.
Christmas Children’s Service Saturday, Dec. 24, 5:00 p.m.
Christmas Children’s Service Saturday, Dec. 24, 5:00 p.m.
Adopt-A-Child
Please look for information about local children we have “adopted” through Holyoke DCF as we shop for them at Christmastime. Please return any new, unwrapped gifts you have purchased by December 18.
Operation Christmas Child
Many thanks to all who helped make Operation Christmas Child a success!
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Nov '22
November 11, 2022
11
Nov '22
Church and Daily Grind Info and Events
Nov. 6 Acoustic Café with Chris Mastroianni 11-1
Nov. 13 Acoustic Café with Rob Skiba 11-2
Nov. 20 Acoustic Café with the Rattletones 11-2
Nov. 20 Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Donations Due
Nov. 20, 27 Thanksgiving Sundays
Dec. 3 Church Decorating Day 1-5
Dec. 11 Christmas Musical
Dec. 11 Children’s Pageant
Dec. 18 Adopt-A-Child Presents Due
Nov. 13 Acoustic Café with Rob Skiba 11-2
Nov. 20 Acoustic Café with the Rattletones 11-2
Nov. 20 Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Donations Due
Nov. 20, 27 Thanksgiving Sundays
Dec. 3 Church Decorating Day 1-5
Dec. 11 Christmas Musical
Dec. 11 Children’s Pageant
Dec. 18 Adopt-A-Child Presents Due
Ministry Opportunity
Thanksgiving Food Drive
Most people know we are a year round drop spot for our local food pantry. This Thanksgiving we would like to have everyone make a special effort to support them by bringing a canned good or non-perishable item between Sunday, November 20 and Sunday, November 27. We hope to have overflowing donation bins ready to deliver to the Southwick Community Food Pantry as they continue to provide for our neighbors in need this holiday season.