Weekly Update 30 January 2026

Christ Church Leadership Retreat 2026

The Rev.
Courtney
‍ ‍ Jones

Saturday, January 31
10:00am–4:00pm
Christ Church
Theme: “Equipped for Shared Ministry”

Who Should Attend
Congregational leaders, including the Bishop’s Committee, chairs of ministries, members of various committees, and the Ministry Support Circle.

What to Expect
Facilitators include the Vicar, Wardens, and (pending confirmation) a representative from the Bishop’s Office.

Our goals for the day are to renew our shared leadership, orient new leaders, and discern a common vision for mission in 2026 and beyond. 

After lunch, committee members who are not part of the Bishop’s Committee or Ministry Support Circle may depart. The BC and MSC will continue with their respective annual retreat meetings, including the BC’s organizational work for the year ahead.

If you serve on the BC, MSC, or chair/participate in a committee, please plan to attend as we enter 2026 equipped for our shared ministry together.

Sunday Service

Sunday, 1 February 2026
The Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany
Year A

Holy Eucharist

10:30 am
Christ Church Sanctuary
1216 Seventh Street, Anacortes
The service is also available on YouTube.

Servers
Presider: The Rev. Keith Axberg
Deacons: The Rev. Vicki Johnson
Homilist: Todd Fifield
Eucharistic Minister: MJ Barrett
Altar Guild: Mary Gronholt
Bread Ministry: Jim Minton
Readers: Ed Barton, Emily Sander
Ushers: Grace Minton, Jim Minton
Organist: Lynne Berg
Coffee Hour Hosts: Sharman Badgett-Young & Tom Young

Readings
Micah 6:1-8
Psalm 15
1 Corinthians 1:18-31
Matthew 5:1-12
Readings may be found in the Episcopal Lectionary.

Hymns
H 616 - Hail to the Lord’s Anointed
H 554 - ‘Tis the Gift to Be Simple
WLP 812 - I, the Lord of Sea and Sky
H 441 - In the Cross of Christ I Glory
H 438 - Tell Out, My Soul

Bulletin Link: 1 February 2026
YouTube Sunday Service Link

Coffee Hour
Coffee Hour follows the service. All are welcome.

Faith Formation Opportunity

What Is TCM, Anyway?
A Two-Part Series Exploring Total Common Ministry

Sundays, February 1 & 15
12:15 pm
Facilitators: The Rev. Diane Ramerman & the Ministry Support Circle
Parish Hall Conference Room

New to Christ Church? Curious how leadership, ministry, and decision-making work here? This two-part series explores Total Common Ministry (TCM)—the model that shapes how we share leadership, discern vocation, and live our mission together.

We’ll explore:
-What Total Common Ministry is (and what it isn’t)
-How Christ Church practices shared leadership
-What this model means for lay ministry, clergy roles, and community life

This series will be especially helpful for newcomers, new leaders, and anyone who’s ever thought, “Wait… how does this actually work?”

 All are welcome.

Announcements

A Joyful Noise February 2026

Find all the February news at A Joyful Noise February 2026.

Dinner at the Brick

‍ ‍ Dan & Stephanie

Christ Church will host Dinner at the Brick on February 8, led by Stephanie Galbraith & Dan Moore.

Volunteers are needed to help with several jobs, including shopping, cooking, serving, setting up, and cleaning up. To volunteer, please contact Stephanie at sdgalbraith1963@gmail.com or Dan at dam1966@mac.com.

Evening Prayer

The Rev.
Vicki Johnson

Wednesday, February 4
6pm
Christ Church Sanctuary
Presider: The Rev. Vicki Johnson
All are welcome.

Men’s Group

The Rev.
Eric Johnson

Weekly on Fridays
9:00 – 10:00 am
Parish Hall Gathering Room
Questions? Please contact The Rev. Eric Johnson.
All are welcome.

The Red Door Thrift Shop Update

Dawn Jex

Dawn Jex, Red Door Manager

Hello Everyone,

Wow! I can't believe it's the end of January already. Seems like we are just moving through space and time more quickly every day. I hope you all are finding ways to stay warm during our cold spell and that you can see the light at the end of the tunnel. Spring IS coming. 

A few reminders from our Linen Ladies: ONLY large linens go into the baskets for them to fold. If you get towels or washcloths or small items, those can go in bins to be priced in the shop. Also, please do your best to look at the large linens for rips, tears or stains. Send those items to NWC. Keep only the best for The Red Door. Thank you. 

I still have a few shifts to fill in February. Thursday afternoon cashier shifts are all open for the month of February. I can fill some of them but would love some help if you are available. 

Please let me know if there are folks in the community that could use a little help this season. We have a secret santa who has purchased gift certificates for us to give out when it's needed. Feel free to pass me names or phone numbers.

We will be participating in the Anacortes Family Center Dine and Shop event in February so come on down and spend a few bucks for them on February 19th. Such an easy way to support our community. 

Thanks for you time and energy,
Humbly,
Dawn Jex

Christ Church’s Red Door Thrift Shop is located at 1019 Seventh Street in Anacortes.
Red Door Thrift Shop
360.202.9966

Red Door Shopping Hours:
Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday: 10am – 3pm

Red Door Donation Hours:
Monday & Wednesday: 10am – 1pm
Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday: 10am – 3pm

Profits generated at the Red Door Thrift Shop fund Christ Church’s Community Support program.
Shoppers, Volunteers, & Donations are always welcome!

Day by Day

Day by Day daily devotions may be accessed at the following link:
Day by Day Daily Devotion.

Prayer List

John, brother of Lynne, & family
Pat, mother of Dan
Creamy & family
Jim, father of Stephanie
Gaylene
Veronica
Mary
Diane
Rev. Rilla & family
Myrna
Arra, aunt of Carol
Sandy
Dale
Zoanne
Linda
Tom
Karen
Leslie
Diana
Val
John
Foundation for Academic Endeavors
Linda & Messina family, Basile family, Tammy, Rachel, and Charlene, family & friends of Mary