CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH

CLINTON PARISH Diocese of Washington

ESTABLISHED 1875

THE LAST SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY TRANSFIGURATION SUNDAY

9:00 AM FEBRUARY 23, 2020

The Rev. Fanny Belanger, Priest-in-Charge

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The Last Sunday after the Epiphany 9:00 AM Transfiguration Sunday February 23, 2020

We welcome you to our worship service this morning. If you would like more information about the Christ Church family or personal prayer after the service, speak with Rev. Fanny Belanger.

PRELUDE “Fix Me Jesus” [TRADITIONAL] All stand, if able PROCESSIONAL “Songs of Thankfulness” (Salzburg) The Hymnal 1982, # 135

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OPENING ACCLAMATION Celebrant: Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. People: And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen. GLORIA IN EXCELCIS “Glory to God” [SETTING: ROBERT POWELL] The Hymnal 1982, # S280

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THE WORD OF THE LORD Celebrant: The Lord be with you. People: And also with you. Celebrant: Let us pray. THE COLLECT O God, who on the holy mount revealed to chosen witnesses your well-beloved Son, wonderfully transfigured, in raiment white and glistening: Mercifully grant that we, being delivered from the disquietude of this world, may by faith behold the King in his beauty; who with you, O Father, and you, O Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. THE LESSONS The people sit A reading from the Book of Exodus 24: 12 –18 (LECTOR) The LORD said to Moses, "Come up to me on the mountain, and wait there; and I will give you the tablets of stone, with the law and the commandment, which I have written for their instruction." So Moses set out with his assistant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. To the elders he had said, "Wait here for us, until we come to you again; for Aaron and Hur are with you; whoever has a dispute may go to them." Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud covered the mountain. The glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud covered it for six days; on the seventh day he called to Moses out of the cloud. Now the appearance of the glory of the LORD was like a devouring fire on the top of the mountain in the sight of the people of Israel. Moses entered the cloud, and went up on the mountain. Moses was on the mountain for forty days and forty nights. The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God. Psalm 2 Quare fremuerunt gentes? (LEM 2) Read responsively at the asterisk 1 Why are the nations in an uproar? * Why do the peoples mutter empty threats?

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2 Why do the kings of the earth rise up in revolt, and the princes plot together, * against the LORD and against his Anointed?

3 "Let us break their yoke," they say; * "let us cast off their bonds from us."

4 He whose throne is in heaven is laughing; * the Lord has them in derision.

5 Then he speaks to them in his wrath, * and his rage fills them with terror.

6 "I myself have set my king * upon my holy hill of Zion."

7 Let me announce the decree of the LORD: * he said to me, "You are my Son; this day have I begotten you.

8 Ask of me, and I will give you the nations for your inheritance * and the ends of the earth for your possession.

9 You shall crush them with an iron rod * and shatter them like a piece of pottery."

10 And now, you kings, be wise; * be warned, you rulers of the earth.

11 Submit to the LORD with fear, * and with trembling bow before him;

12 Lest he be angry and you perish; * for his wrath is quickly kindled.

13 Happy are they all * who take refuge in him! The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.

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A reading from the Second Letter of Peter 1: 16 – 21 (LEM 1) We did not follow cleverly devised myths when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we had been eyewitnesses of his majesty. For he received honor and glory from God the Father when that voice was conveyed to him by the Majestic Glory, saying, "This is my Son, my Beloved, with whom I am well pleased." We ourselves heard this voice come from heaven, while we were with him on the holy mountain. So we have the prophetic message more fully confirmed. You will do well to be attentive to this as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts. First of all you must understand this, that no prophecy of scripture is a matter of one's own interpretation, because no prophecy ever came by human will, but men and women moved by the Holy Spirit spoke from God. The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God. SEQUENCE HYMN “Christ Whose Glory Fills the Sky” (Ratisbon)

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Celebrant: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew 17: 1 – 9 People: Glory to you, Lord Christ.

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Six days after Peter had acknowledged Jesus as the Christ, the Son of the Living God, Jesus took with him Peter and James and his brother John and led them up a high mountain, by themselves. And he was transfigured before them, and his face shone like the sun, and his clothes became dazzling white. Suddenly there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, talking with him. Then Peter said to Jesus, "Lord, it is good for us to be here; if you wish, I will make three dwellings here, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah." While he was still speaking, suddenly a bright cloud overshadowed them, and from the cloud a voice said, "This is my Son, the Beloved; with him I am well pleased; listen to him!" When the disciples heard this, they fell to the ground and were overcome by fear. But Jesus came and touched them, saying, "Get up and do not be afraid." And when they looked up, they saw no one except Jesus himself alone. As they were coming down the mountain, Jesus ordered them, "Tell no one about the vision until after the Son of Man has been raised from the dead." After the gospel Celebrant: The Gospel of the Lord. People: Praise to you, Lord Christ. HYMN “Christ Whose Glory Fills the Sky” (Ratisbon)

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HOMILY The Rev. Fanny Sohet Belanger A MESSAGE FOR BLACK HISTORY MONTH Lucille Belgrave THE NICENE CREED Celebrant and People (LEM 1) We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen. We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God,

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begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father. Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end. We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen. INTERCESSION (LEM 2) Let us pray for the following: For the Anglican Communion: Pray for the Iglesia Anglicana de la Region Central de America The Right Revd. Julio Murray Thompson –

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Primate of IARCA & Bishop of Panama. The Iglesia Anglicana de la Region Central de America (IARCA) (Anglican Church of the Central Region of America), is made up of the Dioceses of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Nicaragua and Panama. Five dioceses, each one with its own rich cultural diversity, political, social and economic characteristics. In the midst of the realities of our communities, we seek to be that voice that rises up against injustice, oppression, violence, and the degradation of human integrity and of all creation. For the Diocese: Chapel of the Intercession, Washington Hospital Center Pray for all hospital, hospice, nursing home and healthcare chaplains Pray for all parish nurses and healthcare providers Ash Wednesday (February 26). For the healing of body, mind and spirit: Cynthia Allen Helen Becker Christine Bileduy Mary Blouin Philippe Borel Edith Curley Brown Cassandra Burton Malachi Burton David Carr Daphne Chambers Gregory Crowe Kristie Davis Brandon Davis Alice Dove Karen Dunlop Brooke Emerson Rhonda Evans Lynn Ferris Abner Gibson, Jr.

Nicole Grant Jessica Hershman Barbara Hicks Tatiana Holland Robert Holmes Desirae Hurley Connie Inge Sharon Kramarich Bob Lau Gloria Lau Lynne Lau Frank Lau, Jr. Mike Maine Christine Mansuy-Rivera Jeraldine Massey Diana Morris Dorothy Mundy Cheryl Owens Diane Owens

Joyce Ramsey Kelly Rice Rosetta Robinson Connie Russell Renate Schlett Sylvia Spruill Diana Terry Marilyn Thompson Gary Thompson Marge Travis Joseph Gabriel Travis John Travis Diana Trzaskowski Ruth Vincent Cynthia Veale Scott Vining Judy Williams

For those who are homebound: Laura Mack, Hilda Norwood For those serving in the US Armed Services: Alex and Taylor Carr – Grandsons of Jim and Ruth Carr Christopher Conti – Son of Cynthia Allen Joseph (JD) Lau- Grandson of Bob and Lynne Lau Chris Orrison – Husband of Kim Orrison Demarais Roach – Godson of Ernest Norwood Phil Lance – Grandson of Janet Sullivan Don LaVoe Wright, Jr. – Son of Billie Jean Wright Tregenza Henry – Husband of Jean Henry Sylvan Evald Smith – Granddaughter of Christina Evald Andrew Travis – Grandson of Marge Travis Luke Travis – Grandson of Marge Travis PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE, FORM VI The Leader and People pray responsively In peace, we pray to you, Lord God. Silence

For all people in their daily life and work; For our families, friends, and neighbors, and for those who are alone.

For this community, the nation, and the world; For all who work for justice, freedom, and peace.

For the just and proper use of your creation; For the victims of hunger, fear, injustice, and oppression.

For all who are in danger, sorrow, or any kind of trouble; For those who minister to the sick, the friendless, and the needy.

For the peace and unity of the Church of God; For all who proclaim the Gospel, and all who seek the Truth.

For Michael our Presiding Bishop, and Marianne and Chilton our Bishops; and for all bishops; Fanny our clergy; and other ministers; for our staff and our vestry; For all who serve God in his Church.

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For the special needs and concerns of this congregation. Silence The People may add their own petitions Hear us, Lord; For your mercy is great.

We thank you, Lord, for all the blessings of this life.

Silence The People may add their own thanksgivings

We will exalt you, O God our King; And praise your Name for ever and ever.

We pray for all who have died, that they may have a place in your eternal kingdom. Silence

The People may add their own petitions

Lord, let your loving-kindness be upon them; Who put their trust in you.

Celebrant: We pray to you also for the forgiveness of our sins. Silence may be kept.

Leader and People

Have mercy upon us, most merciful Father; in your compassion forgive us our sins, known and unknown, things done and left undone; and so uphold us by your Spirit that we may live and serve you in newness of life, to the honor and glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

ABSOLUTION Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.

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PRAYER FOR BIRTHDAY BLESSINGS

The Book of Common Prayer (BCP), p. 830, # 50 PRAYER FOR ANNIVERSARY BLESSINGS BCP, p. 828, # 45 PRAYER FOR THOSE TRAVELING BCP, p. 831, # 53 WELCOME THE EXCHANGE OF THE PEACE All stand, if able. Celebrant: The peace of the Lord be always with you. People: And also with you. THE OFFERTORY SENTENCES OFFERTORY ANTHEM “Plenty Good Room” [ARR. W. H. SMITH] The Choir THE DOXOLOGY “Praise to God” (Old 100th) The Hymnal 1982, # 380, stz. 3

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise him, all creatures here below; praise him above, ye heavenly host: praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.

For the communion portion of the service, we will use the Eucharistic Prayer for Epiphany booklet that is in the pew. COMMUNION HYMN “I Love to Tell the Story” [WILLIAM G. FISCHER/A. KATHERINE HANKEY]

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POST COMMUNION PRAYER After Communion, the Celebrant says Let us pray. Celebrant and People

Eternal God, heavenly Father, you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ, and you have fed us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood. Send us now into the world in peace, and grant us strength and courage to love and serve you with gladness and singleness of heart; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

THE BLESSING CLOSING HYMN “Christ Is the World’s True Light” (St. Joan)

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SUNDAY SCHOOL PRAYER O God, give me clean hands, clean words and clean thoughts. Help me to stand for the hard right against the easy wrong. Save me from habits that harm. Teach me to work as hard, and play as fair in thy sight alone as if the whole world saw. Forgive me when I am unkind, and help me to forgive those who are unkind to me. Keep me ready to help others at some cost to myself. Send me chances to do a little good every day, and so grow more like Christ. Amen. THE DISMISSAL POSTLUDE “Lift Every Voice and Sing” [J. W. JOHNSON/J. R. JOHNSON] Altar Flowers: The flowers on the altar are given to the glory of God. Assisting in the Service: Organist: Gregory Crowe Acolytes: Don Appold, Brianna Urquiza, Joy Lee LEMS: Art Taylor (LEM 1), Quentin Banks (LEM 2 & POP), Joy Lee (LECTOR) Contributions for Current Year: February 16, 2020 - $2,290.00 Attendance – 59 Do you know how much it takes to run Christ Church every week? To cover salaries, housekeeping, lawn maintenance, electric, water heating trash removal and the alarm system, which are the church’s basic financial obligations, $2,307.00 is spent per week.

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Lessons for Ash Wednesday, February 26, 2020: Joel 2: 1 – 2, 12 – 17; Psalm 103: 8 – 14; 2 Corinthians 5:20b – 6:10; Matthew 6: 1 – 6, 16 – 21 LEMs for Ash Wednesday, February 26, 2020: 12:00 Noon Service: Jo Appold (LEM1); Deirdre Lee (LEM 2 & POP); Gail Russell (LECTOR) 6:30 PM Service: Jo Appold (LEM1); Dierdre Lee (LEM 2); Jo Appold (LECTOR; Dierdre Lee (POP)

Lessons for The First Sunday in Lent, March 1, 2020: Genesis 2: 15 – 17, 3: 1 – 7; Psalm 32; Romans 5: 12 – 19; Matthew 4: 1 – 11 LEMs for The First Sunday in Lent, March 1, 2020: Mark Becker (LEM1); Deirdre Lee (LEM 2 & POP); Daphne Chambers (LECTOR)

THIS WEEK’S CALENDAR

FEBRUARY 23, 2020– FEBRUARY 29, 2020 Today 9:00 AM Eucharist 9:00 AM Sunday School – Children’s Worship Chapel – Second Floor 11:00 AM Coffee Hour 11:00 AM Vestry Meeting - Choir Room. All are invited to attend. AA Meeting 7:30 PM – Dun Hall Monday Tuesday 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Church Office open 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM Thrift Shop Work Session AA Meeting 1:00 PM – Dun Hall 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Pancake Supper and ECW Bake Sale Wednesday 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Church Office open 12:00 Noon – Ash Wednesday Service and Eucharist 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Ashes -to-Go in front of the church 6:30 PM – Ash Wednesday Service AA Meeting 7:30 PM – Dun Hall Thursday 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Church Office open OA Meeting 1:00 PM Friday AA Meeting 1:00 PM – Dun Hall Saturday 11:00 AM Choir Rehearsal

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PARISH NOTES

EPISCOPALIANS 101. Due to a vestry meeting, the class will not meet this week. Next week , March 1st, we will meet in the Sacristy to learn about “Vestments and Vessels.” All LEMS and acolytes strongly encouraged to attend this session which is open to everyone. VESTRY MEETING TODAY. Did you know that vestry meetings are open to the congregation? The Vestry will meet today in the Choir Room at 11:00 AM. Please come. Feel free to ask questions and share input at the end of the meeting. MARK YOUR CALENDAR! ❖ Tuesday, February 25th. It’s time for the Annual Christ Church Pancake Supper,

from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM in Dun Hall. Come and enjoy homemade pancakes, sausage, and all the trimmings. There is a Pancake Dinner sign-up sheet on the bulletin board in the parish hall. Please see if you can help for an hour.

❖ Tuesday, February 25th. ECW Bake Sale. As in the past we are holding a bake sale during the pancake supper. There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board in Dun Hall for donations. We would love to have any of your favorite goodies to sell (cakes, cupcakes, cookies, pies, rice crispy treats, etc.). If you don't bake or have time to shop, we always accept cash.

❖ Wednesday, February 26th. Ash Wednesday services at 12:00 PM and 6:30 PM. Drive through Ashes-to-Go are available 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM in front of the church.

❖ Sunday, March 01. United Thank Offering (UTO) begins. Christ Episcopal Church will be distributing Blue Boxes or an Envelope (whichever you prefer) to use for your Thank Offering. UTO is a way of giving thanks to God through daily giving. Please give generously by helping to fill a Blue Box with coins or place a contribution in a UTO envelope. Blue Boxes and/or envelopes will then be collected on October 25.

❖ Tuesday, March 3. HEALTH EVENT AT CHRIST CHURCH. Christ Episcopal Church is pleased to offer a preventive health event. Life Line Screening, a leading provider of community-based preventive health screenings, will host their affordable, non-invasive and painless health screenings on 3/3/2020 from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Five screenings will be offered that scan for potential health problems related to: blocked arteries which is a leading cause of stroke; abdominal aortic aneurysms which can lead to a ruptured aorta; hardening of the arteries in the legs which is a strong predictor of heart disease; atrial fibrillation or irregular heart beat which is closely tied to stroke risk; and a bone density screening, for men and women, used to assess the risk of osteoporosis. Register for a Wellness Package which includes 4 vascular tests and osteoporosis screening from $149 ($139 with our member discount). All five screenings take 60-90 minutes to complete. There are three ways to register for this event and to receive a $10 discount off any package

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priced above $129, please call 1-888-653-6441 or visit www.lifelinescreening.com/communitycircle or text the word circle to 797979. Rev. Fanny Belanger has a few coupons available.

❖ Wednesday, March 4. A Joint Lenten Study with Hope Lutheran Church in Clinton begins. We will meet at Christ Episcopal Church Clinton with a Bread and Soup supper at 6:00 PM in the Choir Room. The study goes from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. The dates are March 4, 11,18, 25, and April 1. We will be using Daily Discipleship for Lent Year A. They are also downloadable on our website: http://christchurchclinton.org/news/. A few copies will be also be available. There is a signup sheet in Dun Hall for the Bread and Soup suppers to be provided by Christ Church (March 11 and March 25. Hope Lutheran church will provide the Bread and Soup Suppers on March 4, 18 and April 1.)

❖ Saturday, March 7. St. Paul’s Church/K Street is hosting an event entitled, “Exploring the Minds of Judas, Caiaphas, Pilate” from 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM in the Nave. The Rev. Dr. Francis H. Wade will lead the discussion. Bring a brown bag lunch. The session is free and open to the public. St. Paul’s Church is located at 2430 K Street, NW, Washington, DC 20057.

❖ Sunday, March 8. Maryland Choral Society Concert. The concert will be held at Mt. Calvary Catholic church, located on 6700 Marlboro Pike, Forestville, MD. General admission tickets are $20.00; Tickets for seniors and students are $15.00 and children 10 and under are free.

❖ Saturday, March 28. Quiet Day will be held from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM here at Christ Church. We will study the Stations of the Cross with artist, Peggy Parker.

PARISH DIRECTORY. A new non-photo directory is in progress. If you have any new information (address, phone, e-mail) please contact Gail Russell or correct the list in the parish hall after Sunday Service. PASTORAL CARE TRAINING. Do you have a heart for caring for and ministering to

people in times of bereavement, illness, job loss, or other personal struggles? Do you have a gift for sitting with people in the face of pain instead of trying to "fix it?" If so, you are invited to join Christ Episcopal Church Care Team. The Care Team assists the clergy in visits, confidential and sacred holy companioning, and bringing Holy Communion to those who are ill or homebound. Christ Episcopal Church is joining with other

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churches of various denominations in Charles & Prince George's County to form a Community of Hope pastoral care team rooted in non-controlling, compassionate, and patient listening. Training will begin in March and will be facilitated by Deacon Joan Crittenden. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Rev. Fanny Belanger, Priest-in-Charge at rev.fanny.belanger@outlook.com . The first session is as follows:

Date: Monday, March 2nd Time: 7:00 PM Location: Christ Church Port Tobacco,

112 East Charles Street, LaPlata, MD 20646. TRACT RACKS. Copies of Our Daily Bread for March, April and May are now in the tract racks. There are also a collection of brochures for Lenten reading:

• Lent: Preparing Us for Easter

• Observing Lent

• Fasting: Questions and Answer

• How to Keep Lent

• Ten Ways to Pray

• The Book of Common Prayer

• The Spiritual Practice of Decluttering. CHRIST CHURCH CONFERENCE CALL INFORMATION. Christ Church has been assigned a phone number for free conference calls. This is the number to be used when inclement weather causes cancellation of a Sunday worship service or for church organization meetings. The number is 641-715-3200. When prompted, please enter 941656. Please join and invite your relatives, friends and neighbors.

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MEET OUR VESTRY.

Front Row from left to right: Dave Jackson, Senior Warden; Lucille Belgrave; Holly Harding. Back Row from left to right: Don Appold; Bill Hicks (Co-Treasurer); Bob Lau (Co-Treasurer); Patrick Dunlop; Jim Williams (Junior Warden); and Cedric Kirton. Deirdre Lee (not shown) is our Registrar.

VESTRY COMMITTEES FOR 2020

Worship and Christian Education: Rev. Fanny Belanger

Email: rev.fanny.belanger@outlook.com

Pastoral Care: Rev. Fanny Belanger and Holly Harding

Email: rev.fanny.belanger@outlook.com, hanita20735@yahoo.com

Communication, Outreach and Mission: Don Appold and Patrick Dunlop

Email: don_j_a40@hotmail.com, vitadob@msn.com

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Buildings and Grounds: Jim Williams, Dave Jackson and Bob Lau

Email: williaj1@verizon.net, davehndymn@verizon.net

Finances and Stewardship: Bob Lau and Bill Hicks

Email: lelau@aol.com, williamhicks01@verizon.net

Membership, Newcomers and Families: Dave Jackson

Email: davehndymn@verizon.net

New Income: Lucille Belgrave and Patrick Dunlop Email: lucille.belgrave@gmail.com, vitadob@msn.com

We are looking for committee members. So if you see something interesting, get in

touch with contacts listed above. The committees would love to have you!

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Welcome to Christ Episcopal Church 8710 Old Branch Ave.

Clinton, MD 20735 Phone: 301-868-1330 Fax: 301-868-2074

Email: christchurchclinton@verizon.net Web: www.christchurchclinton.org

Staff and Officers

Rev. Fanny Belanger, Priest-in-Charge Email: rev.fanny.belanger@outlook.com Dave Jackson, Senior Warden Email: davehndymn@Verizon.net Jim Williams, Junior Warden Email: williaj1@verizon.net Deirdre Lee, Registrar Email: Deirdreklee@yahoo.com Bob Lau, Treasurer Email: lelau@aol.com Bill Hicks, Treasurer Email: williamhicks01@verizon.net Gregory Crowe, Music Director Email: gregory.crowe51@gmail.com Betty Barclay-Hurley, Parish Administrator Email: betty4ggrands@gmail.com

Mission Statement

Don’t put God in a box. With God all things are possible.