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Vestry - Focus on Worship - Focus on Parish Life & Education - Focus on Mission Outreach - Other Committees

Welcome to Christ Episcopal Church. You may be new to Cody. You may be a longtime Episcopalian. You may be looking for a church community. If you answered "yes" to any of the above, we want to make you feel welcome and show you what Christ Church has to offer.

We at Christ Episcopal Church feel we have a unique mission to fulfill by carrying out Christ's work in new and challenging ways. We invite you to join us in this mission.

Following is a list of groups, organizations, and activities which make up the life of the Christ Church community. We hope you find something of interest. Let us know how we can best include you and your family in our family.

The Vestry

The vestry is the elected governing body of the church. The vestry currently meets on the third Tuesday of each month during fall, winter and spring. During the summer months the vestry does not meet on a regular basis, but does share a day of planning and fellowship during a day-long retreat. Current vestry members are:

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Focus on Worship

Vestry - Focus on Worship - Focus on Parish Life & Education - Focus on Mission Outreach - Other Committees

Worship Committee ~ The Worship Committee plans and coordinates worship and serves as an advisory group to the rector. Please be in touch with Douglas Sunderland with questions ~ Phone: 587-3849, or e-mail: info@christchurchcody.org

Christ Church Choir ~ The Choir sings many Sundays and on special occasions. Choir practices are on Wednesdays at 7:30 pm. Please contact Jim Hager with questions.

Acolytes ~ Acolytes are an integral part of church services. Acolytes participate in the opening and closing processions, and help to serve at the altar during services. Both children and adults are invited to be a part of this group. Please be in touch with David Smith with questions. (visit Staff & Office Information for schedules)

Altar Guild ~ The Altar Guild is a community of people who prepare the altar and church buildings for worship. Open to men and women of all ages, this active group pairs up each week to prepare churches for service, and meets on Saturday mornings twice a month for altar maintenance. Please be in touch with Lolly Jolley with questions. (visit Staff & Office Information for schedules)

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Focus on Parish Life & Education

Vestry - Focus on Worship - Focus on Parish Life & Education - Focus on Mission Outreach - Other Committees

Parish Life Committee ~ The Parish Life Committee is an active group that coodinates the Christ Church Community. Often refered to as the "party committee" Parish Life hosts the monthly 3rd Sunday Bruch, organizes and provides food for the Lenten Program each year, and plans field trips for the congregation. Phone 587-3849, e-mail: info@christchurchcody.org

Sunday School & Youth Groups ~ Sunday School meets Sundays at 9 am, September through May. All ages are welcome and encouraged to attend. Check out the Youth Happenings page for more information on youth activities. Please contact Doneen Fitzsimmons or Mary Keller with questions.

Adult Education ~ The adult education program is provided on Sunday mornings,from September through May. All adults are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Education for Ministry ~ EFM is an advanced educational program for adults. This four year course is coordinated by Sewanee School of Theology in Tennessee. EFM provides an in-depth study of the Episcopal Church. Meetings are Monday at 6 pm, September through May. Scholarships are available through the church for Christ Church members. Please contact Bette March for dates when the next session will begin.

Educational Trust Committee ~ The Educational Trust Committee develops periodic educational and cultural programs designed to challenge and prepare adults for ministry and community leadership. Please contact Lolly Jolley with questions: Phone 587-3849, e-mail: info@christchurchcody.org

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Focus on Mission Outreach

Vestry - Focus on Worship - Focus on Parish Life & Education - Focus on Mission Outreach - Other Committees

Mission Committee ~ The Mission Committee supports outreach projects that serve the social, mental and physical needs of people and enrich the lives of those in our local, state, regional, national and international communities. Outreach projects are recommeded to the vestry for approval.

Bargain Box Stores ~ These properties, including a secondhand clothing, and secondhand furniture store are managed under contract as an outreach ministry of Christ Church. Proceeds from the stores are used to fund mission outreach projects supported by the parish. For more information on this unique ministry visit the BARGAIN BOX OUTREACH page.

Wayfarer's Chapel ~ Located 8miles from the East Entrance of Yellowstone National Park, on the Northfork Highway, this outdoor chapel offers a special place of worship to local residents and visitors. Church services are help Sunday at 10 am, from mid-June through Labor Day weekend (in 2005 the services will end July 31st). The chapel is available for weddings and special services. Please contact the Christ Church Office for more information ~ Phone (307) 587-3849, e-mail: info@christchurchcody.org.

Worship Leaders & Eucharistic Ministers ~ Lay people serve as integral members of the Christ Church family. Assisting in church services, providing outreach services to homebound church members, and conducting services at Wayfarer's Chapel during summer months are all part of the lay person's ministry. Lay Readers and Lay Eucharistic Ministers are licensed lay ministers of the Episcopal Church. Training is necessary. Contact Douglas Sunderland with questions: Phone 587-3849, e-mail: info@christchurchcody.org. (visit Staff & Office Information for schedules)

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Vestry - Focus on Worship - Focus on Parish Life & Education - Focus on Mission Outreach - Other Committees

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