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Message From Father Karl

Weariness and personal challenges can sometimes make our walk with God challenging. Sunday’s lessons speak directly into those moments. Jeremiah cries out from exhaustion, and God meets him with devoted presence and renewed strength. The psalmist looks for integrity and trust in an unpredictable world. Paul asks us to be patient and live a life that does not repay hurt with hurt. And Jesus calls his disciples, then and now, to follow him with courage, even when the path feels discouraging or costly.


Looking forward to this Sunday, when we will be greeted by a newly paved parking lot — and by a Lord who comes with words of encouragement to face personal challenges.


Fr. Karl

Office Information

Upcoming Events/Dates

Vestry Meetings

3rd Thursday of the month

  • September 24th

September 26th, 2026


Celebration of Life for

Dorothy (Dode) Tague


11am - Visitation

12pm - Liturgy

Luncheon following service

Christ Church Office

The church office is open Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:00 am until 1:30 pm.


For pastoral emergency, Father Karl Krueger may be reached at 610-209-6193 (cell).

This Week's Schedule

Sunday, August 30th, 2026

14th Sunday after Pentecost

9:15 am Holy Communion

Link for all livestream services:

christchurchithan.org/live

Vestry Update

The CCI Vestry met via Zoom on August 20, 2026. The Rector's Report was reviewed, and the Bishop is scheduled to visit CCI on January 17, 2027. More information to follow; please save the date. 

   

The June meeting minutes and the financial reports for the end of July were reviewed and approved.


A lot is happening for Building & Grounds:

  • Rectory House Chimney work started 8/24: $5,000
  • Parking lot resurfacing started 8/24: $79,200
  • Parish hall picture windows and back doors painted started 8/24: $5,000
  • New tenants' repair requests include dishwasher, HVAC, washing machine, and lights/power. Our custodian Charles will review.
  • Building Engineer Andrew Scheerer proposed acting as general contractor for the church roof sealing and steeple repair. Comments were requested from all concerned.


Outreach: Highland Homes "Unity in our Community Block Party" last Saturday from 12-3 pm. CCI provided beverages and snacks.


Choir: Jeff found a replacement bass.


Diocesan Convention: 10/10/2026. CCI representatives attending: Bruce W, Chris H, and Porter G.


Vestry meeting in October: date changed from 10/15 to 10/22.



Highland Homes - Unity in our Community Block Party

Highland Homes "Unity in our Community Block Party" took place last Saturday from 12-3 pm with refreshing cool weather. CCI provided beverages and snacks. Pierce Eckhart joined Pam Faber from St. Martin's Church and handed out cards with information about us. Thank you Pierce and Pam!

Paving

This past week has been busy around the church, with the entire drive and parking lot getting a fresh layer of asphalt. Goodbye, cracks and potholes. Thank you to the entire church staff for putting up with the inconvenience.