Q: Collect of the Week

M erciful God, who sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our sins, that we may greet with joy the coming of Jesus Christ our Redeemer; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Q: Servers

Crucifer: Jeffery Fleming Acolyte: Reese Fleming Oblationers: Jodie & Eric Maki Lector: Jodie Maki Altar Guild: Staci Fleming Officiant: Norma Thronburg Deacon-in-Charge: The Rev. Karen Pettit

Q: Dec 08: Advent Study

For the season of Advent, Journeying the Way of Love offers four sessions to be explored as we await the coming of Christ by moving through the first two chapters of the Gospel of Luke. Luke’s gospel provides a pattern for understanding how we can live the Way of Love as individuals, as families and friends, as a community, and out in the world. Meet in the Parish Hall at 9:30 am on each Sunday of Advent. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Question 1

Collect of the Week

Accepted Answer

Merciful God, who sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our sins, that we may greet with joy the coming of Jesus Christ our Redeemer; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Question 2

Scripture Readings

Accepted Answer

Second Sunday of Advent
Morning Prayer I
December 8, 2024
Scripture Readings

First Reading: Baruch 5:1-9

The Psalm: The Song of Zechariah (Luke 1:68-79)

Second Reading: Philippians 1:3-11

The Gospel: Luke 3:1-6

Eucharistic Lectionary Year C
Office Lectionary Year 1

Question 3

Servers

Accepted Answer

Crucifer: Jeffery Fleming

Acolyte: Reese Fleming

Oblationers: Jodie & Eric Maki

Lector: Jodie Maki

Altar Guild: Staci Fleming

Officiant: Norma Thronburg

Deacon-in-Charge: The Rev. Karen Pettit

Question 4

Visiting Christ Episcopal Church?

Accepted Answer

Everyone is welcome; come in comfortable or casual attire with open hearts. Check out our Why Do We page for more information about Christ Church.

Curious about what is happening at Christ Church? Visit our Events Calendar page to check out coming events, birthdays, anniversaries, and other important dates

If you have questions about the service or any part of it, please feel free to ask any of the parishioners. We will be glad to explain things to you and introduce you to the Episcopal Church.

Question 5

Dec 05: Women of Faith Luncheon

Accepted Answer

Women of Faith in the Limestone County area will meet on December 5, at 12 noon, at Northcrest Church of Christ, 918 N Hwy 171, in Mexia. The meal will be catered so bring $10 if you are able to help cover the cost. Also, bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate to Toys for Tots and help make a child's Christmas special.

Question 6

Dec 07: Decorate for Advent and Christmas

Accepted Answer

As we anticipate the coming of Christ, let's decorate the church with greenery, a Chrismon tree, and the Advent wreath. Come join in the fun at 10:30 am. Stay a lot, stay a little--we'll start in the Parish Hall.

Question 7

Dec 08: Advent Study

Accepted Answer

For the season of Advent, Journeying the Way of Love offers four sessions to be explored as we await the coming of Christ by moving through the first two chapters of the Gospel of Luke. Luke’s gospel provides a pattern for understanding how we can live the Way of Love as individuals, as families and friends, as a community, and out in the world.

Meet in the Parish Hall at 9:30 am on each Sunday of Advent. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Question 8

Dec 08: Second Sunday of Advent

Accepted Answer

Join us for Morning Prayer during this Advent Season. This is the Sunday of Peace. Worship begins at 10:30 am. We hope to see you!

Question 9

Dec 08: Second Sunday Sharing

Accepted Answer

On the second Sunday of each month, food items are collected for the Blessing Boxes in Mexia, and the cash/designated checks from the offertory are given to Caritas in support of those in need.

Question 10

Dec 14: ECW Christmas Party

Accepted Answer

The Episcopal Church Women of Christ Church, Mexia will celebrate the Christmas Season with food, fellowship, and a gift exchange. The event will be Saturday, December 14, at 11:30 am, in the Parish Hall.

Bring a wrapped $10 Christmas themed gift and an appetizer or dessert.

Dress is casual Christmas attire.

Bring a wrapped $10 Christmas themed gift and an appetizer or dessert.

Dress is casual Christmas attire.

Question 11

Dec 15: Advent Study

Accepted Answer

For the season of Advent, Journeying the Way of Love offers four sessions to be explored as we await the coming of Christ by moving through the first two chapters of the Gospel of Luke. Luke’s gospel provides a pattern for understanding how we can live the Way of Love as individuals, as families and friends, as a community, and out in the world.

Meet in the Parish Hall at 9:30 am on each Sunday of Advent. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Question 12

Dec 15: Third Sunday of Advent

Accepted Answer

The Third Sunday of Advent will be celebrated with Liturgy of the Word. The third candle of the Advent wreath will be lighted. It is the candle of joy, the shepherd's candle. Join us at 10:30 for this service.

Question 13

Dec 15: Bishop's Committee

Accepted Answer

The Bishop's Committee will hold its regularly scheduled meeting at 12 noon, in the Parish Hall.

Welcome to Christ Episcopal Church, Mexia

Worship With Us Every Sunday @10:30 am

Welcome to Christ Episcopal Church, Mexia

Second Sunday of Advent December 8, 2024