CTR Announcements as of Dec. 19th, 2024:

December Appeal: As we come to the end of the calendar year, it is an excellent time to get ahead on tax deductible gifts. The vestry is making a special December appeal to make up the difference we are behind in our giving, a difference currently of $41,000. Please consider a special gift to the church this month. Thank you!

Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols: 5pm, Sunday, 12/22, sung by the Choir of Christ the Redeemer. The congregation will join in hymns accompanied by brass and organ. The service will last approximately an hour-and-a-half. A reception will follow in the Parish Hall.

Light in the World: This Sunday is the last day for our art show, Nativity, which will hang in the Parish Hall through tonight’s Lessons and Carols reception. A portion of all sales will benefit Christ the Redeemer. 

Christmas Services: Christmas Eve Children’s Mass at 4:00 pm; Christmas Eve Choral Mass at 7:00 pm; Christmas Morning Sung Mass at 11:00 am; St. Stephen’s, St. John’s, Holy Innocents, and Holy Name at 7:00 am.

Gift of Life Tree: Thank you to all who participated in the Gift of Life Tree in support of new moms and babies in need. Didn’t get a chance to participate? Didn’t get a chance to participate? You may still donate online: partnersofyom.org/donate/

Liturgical Calendars: We have free 2025 liturgical calendars available for taking at each of the entrances.

Usher Ministry: We are in the process of expanding and restructuring out Usher Ministry. Our Usher Ministry is vital to our Sunday mornings running smoothly and to welcoming newcomers. If you are interested, please fill out this form.

Altar Guild: It is the responsibility of the Altar Guild to set up for the church’s liturgies, as well as to maintain and care for the sacred vessels, altar linens, and vestments. It is a very practical and meaningful way to servce the Lord and his church. If you are interested in helping please speak with Vicki Haley or Fr. Brian.

CTR Shirts: Did you miss out on ordering a CTR polo shirt back in October? We do have some extras in both grey and light blue in small, medium and large still available. And other sizes (and colors!) are available to be ordered. Cost is $25 per shirt. Please email [email protected] if you are interested.