Author Archives: Fr. Chris Schutte

Connect, Grow, Serve

By Fr. Chris Schutte on September 16, 2016 in Church Life, From Our Pastors

We have several great opportunities to connect, grow, and serve this fall at Christ Church. First, our Newcomers’ Gathering will be Sunday from 4:00-5:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall. This…

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A New Season

By Fr. Chris Schutte on September 9, 2016 in From Our Pastors

This Sunday, September 11, we begin our new Sunday morning format. Our first worship service begins at 9:00 a.m., at which the music will be led by the organ and…

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The Meaning of Work

By Fr. Chris Schutte on September 2, 2016 in From Our Pastors

On Monday we observe Labor Day in the U.S. Meaningful work has always been a part of God’s plan for us. In Genesis 1 we read that God spoke to…

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Praying and Planning

By Fr. Chris Schutte on August 26, 2016 in From Our Pastors

A pastor friend and mentor of mine regularly takes time away for pray for his congregation. Next week I’m planning to spend 48 hours away for the purpose of praying…

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Willing to Suffer

By Fr. Chris Schutte on August 19, 2016 in From Our Pastors

Last week I suggested that as Christians feel increasingly like “exiles” in our society, we find guidance from the prophet Jeremiah, who, writing to the residents of Jerusalem just before…

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