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“Fall Back”: Daylight Savings Ends on Sunday November 3rd

Posted on October 27, 2013 by mporche

Don’t forget to turn your clocks back one hour before you go to sleep Saturday night. Daylight Savings is officially over as of 2:00am November 3rd. On November 3rd we have an English language service at 10:00am and a Spanish … Continue reading →

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CCISJ music Performance at Parkwell Healthcare Center

Posted on October 23, 2013 by mporche

The music ministry students performed at the Parkwell Healthcare Center  in Hyde Park on Saturday October 26th 2013, playing and singing for the residents. Music Director Leo Colon and Choir Director/Music Instructor Willie Jones Jr. have been teaching some new … Continue reading →

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Slideshow of the Celebration of Nigerian Independence Day on Sunday October 6th

Posted on October 1, 2013 by mporche

The combined bilingual service on Sunday October 6th was followed by a celebration of Nigerian Independence Day. Parishioners described the history of the country, its current state of affairs, and the many strengths of the Nigerian people. All enjoyed hearing … Continue reading →

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B-PEACE Fall Resource Day

Posted on October 1, 2013 by mporche

The congregation of Christ Church/Iglesia de San Juan was represented at the Diocesan Fall Resource Day dedicated to the B-PEACE for Jorge Campaign focused on anti-violence efforts. The Rev. Kathleen Adams-Shepherd, Rector of Trinity Episcopal Church in Newtown, Conn., was … Continue reading →

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Saturday Music Ministry Lessons Filling Up Fast

Posted on September 13, 2013 by mporche

Music Director Leo Colon and Choir Director Willie Jones Jr. started the new season of Saturday music lessons on September 7th. Primarily for youth but welcoming of aspiring musicians of all ages, the music ministry meets Saturdays mornings. Music students … Continue reading →

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Blessing of the Backpacks Sunday September 8th

Posted on September 4, 2013 by mporche

To celebrate all of our students returning to school this month, we will have a blessing of the backpacks at this Sunday’s services. We invite all students to bring their backpacks to church as we pray for a wonderful year … Continue reading →

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Summer Music Camp Students Shine in the Summer 2013 Music Recital

Posted on August 24, 2013 by mporche

We are so very proud of all of the CC-ISJ Summer Music Camp students who attended camp three days a week and practiced very hard for the recital. Congratulations to Music Director Leo Colon and Choir Director Willie Jones Jr. … Continue reading →

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Iglesia de San Juan International Food and Yard Sale Fundraiser Saturday August 24th

Posted on August 21, 2013 by mporche

On Saturday August 24th Iglesia de San Juan hosted an International Food and Yard Sale fundraiser. There was delicious home cooked food and many items for sale at the yard sale. It was a beautiful day and we welcomed many … Continue reading →

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End of Summer Music Recital August 24th 2pm-4pm

Posted on August 20, 2013 by mporche

Our End of Summer Music Recital will be held on Saturday August 24th from 2pm to 4pm. Please join us! We are very proud of our music students and our Music Director Leo Colon and Choir Director Willie Jones Jr. … Continue reading →

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Blessing and Celebration of Chidimma Nzerem July 28, 2013

Posted on July 28, 2013 by mporche

Today we celebrated the high school graduation of Chidimma Nzerem and blessed her as she prepares to go off to college at Columbia University in New York City. Her family hosted a wonderful party in her honor, with a delicious … Continue reading →

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