We are
returning to the House of Prayer for this year's Mission Trip! Mission Trip 2019: August 19 – 23: This year we are
returning to the House of Prayer to help with their Vacation Bible Camp. As always, they are offering the
rotations of Music, Discovery (science), Crafts, Games, and Bible stories as
well as breakfast and lunch. If you would like to help with this by being a shepherd to the kids, please speak with Margaret.
Vacation Bible Camp will take place August 12-16 at the
Church of the Messiah. We're planning a week of summer fun that includes
music, arts & crafts, games, and much more for kids ages 3-9 years
old. Register now by completing the form provided in the link below.
Be sure to
click on the links below for our Calendar and wonderful newsletter, The Messiah Messenger, to
get all the news and events for the month.
Members of the Men of Messiah (MOM) at work polishing the brass.
Men of Messiah (MOM) – Meets monthly.
Inquirer's Class - Interested in learning more about the Episcopal Church? Please join us for a 5-session class that will enable those who are interested to discuss and learn more about the Church, Christianity, and the Bible. This is a great opportunity for discovery and to ask questions about who we are. Classes held several times a year at convenient times for those interested are interested.
Education For Ministry - This is not a program for those seeking ordination as
they go to seminary. But this is a wonderful college level program for any one
interested in learning more by reading and discussion. The program continues
for four years, each year a separate unit. If you are interested please
speak with Margaret who is the facilitator for the program.
Bible Study at Messiah -There are 2 Bible study groups offered each week. Monday afternoons we meet from 2 - 3:30 p.m. , studying
the Gospel of St. Mark. Thursday mornings 11-12 we are studying the Letters of St. Paul (and others.)
Both meet in the lower hall.
Lunch Book Group - Tuesdays at Messiah on the lower level, Noonto 1 p.m. Each week's reading and destination is listed in the Sunday announcements. We will be bringing our own lunches so pack or tote your meal; coffee and/or water will be served while we discuss.
Contemplative/Centering Prayer - It meets every Tuesday at 8 a.m. in the church. You are welcome to join our group for 30 minutes of quiet prayer. Other times are possible too, contact the rector if you are interested
Tuesday Book and Movie Night - A Book discussion and bag supper usually held the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. followed by a movie (TBD) at around 7:30 p.m. Click on our current Monthly Messenger for book descriptions and details.
Coffee Hour is available after each Sunday Service in our Parish Hall. It's a wonderful time to enjoy friends and fellowship with members of the Congregation. Want to help out? Sign up to host coffee hour! An updated calendar will be posted soon! Sign up for an empty date by sending an email to info@messiahchester.org with "Coffee Hour" in the subject heading.
