Fight the Bite

Jun 2022 - Oct 2022

Malaria is particularly devastating in Africa, where it is a leading killer of children. In fact, there are 10 new cases of malaria every second. Every 60 seconds, a child in Africa dies from malaria infection and 90% of all malaria deaths occur in the region. When combined with HIV/AIDS, malaria is even more deadly, particularly for pregnant women and children.

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The COTHA Team will be traveling to Uganda in October to deliver over 6,000 nets! Your donation of only $10 provides a net that helps cover a family of 4 for over 5 years!
 

Donate Here

Contact our Mission Coordinator, Doug Eisele for more information.

Summer of Serving - LOTS Water and Clothing Drive

Jul and Aug

Lord of the Streets has served Houston's homeless since 1990, including during the pandemic.  They are supported by 20 congregations, including COTHA.  Currently, they are providing over 400 lunches PER DAY and distributing over 2000 bottles of water a WEEK.  And finally, there are the ever-important shoes, clean socks, and fresh underwear.

Join us this July and August in collecting:

• Men’s comfortable walking shoes (new or gently used, size 9-13)

• Men’s Underwear (new, size M, L, and XL)

• Bottled water of any size

Donations can be dropped off in the foyer during July and August or you may ship donations directly to LOTS at Clothing Center (3401 Fannin  Houston 77004)

Contact our Administrator, Donna Matthews, for more information. 

Summer of Serving - LOTS Lunches

Jul 10

Everyone, ALL AGES, are invited to come assemble sack lunches after each of the three Sunday services.  Lunches will then be taken to Lord of the Streets the next day and given to their clients by their volunteers.

LOTS Lunches
Sandwich or Chicken/Tuna snack pouches
Two salty snacks (chips, peanuts)
Two sweets (squeeze apple sauce, pudding cups, cookies, pastries like Little Debbies, Twinkies, cupcakes)

We will be providing all the supplies, but donations to cover our costs and driver sign-ups can be made here.

Contact our Administrator, Donna Matthews, for more information. 

Family Summer Nights • Hawaiian Luau

Jul 13 • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

It's a Family Summer Night Hawaiian Luau! 

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Join us for pulled porked sliders, chips, and drinks.  Kids and students will enjoy Hawaiian crafts, a hula dancing contest, and Lilo and Stitch will be on the big screen.

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We'd love help with set up at 5:30, servers at 6:00, and helpers to clean up afterward. 

Contact our Director of Family Ministry, Becca Rivas for more information. 

Student City Mission Trip

Jul 18 - Jul 21 • 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Our students head into Houston to serve, worship, and evangelize. The team will visit and serve at several organizations geared toward fighting hunger in Houston. Registration is $100 per student.
 
Space is limited so don't delay!

Contact our Director of Family Ministry, Becca Rivas for more information. 

Episcopal Night at the Ballpark: Houston Astros vs. Seattle Mariners

Jul 28 • 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Enjoy a free pre-game cookout at the Bishop's Courtyard at Christ Church Cathedral, including a drawing and special appearance by the Astros' Shooting Stars!

Event begins at 5 p.m., and everyone will head to the ballpark around 6:15 p.m.

Free parking in the Cathedral’s parking garage (511 San Jacinto).

Baseball classics will include: hotdogs, beer, soft drinks, and chips. (Reynolds Hall will be open if people need a spot to cool off).

Buy your game tickets here!

Contact our Administrator, Donna Matthews, for more information. 

Family Summer Nights • Back to School Bingo!

Aug 10 • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join us for Family Back to School Bingo where the competition is fierce and the laughter loud.  There will be pizza and prizes and fun for all ages.

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We'd love help with set up at 5:30, servers at 6:00, and helpers to clean up afterward. 

Contact our Director of Family Ministry, Becca Rivas for more information. 

Backpack Blessing

Aug 14 • 8:00 am, 9:30 am, 10:30 am Services

We are inviting students of all ages, teachers, and professionals to bring your backpacks or work bags to church on Aug 14. We want to honor and bless you with our prayers and celebrate the 2022-2023 school year.  Afterward, we will distribute special backpack tags to remind you that COTHA is praying for you and your school. 

Contact our Director of Family Ministry, Becca Rivas for more information. 

New Member Class

Aug 14, Aug 21 • 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

This 2-week class will provide interested guests with the opportunity to learn more about who we are, what we believe and how they can join our congregation. 

Click here to sign up
Contact our Director of Family Ministry, Becca Rivas, for more information. 

Parents Night Out

Sep 2 • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

On the first Friday of the month, all kids ages 6 weeks - 5th grade are invited to join us for games, crafts, pizza, and a movie while parents enjoy a night out! 

$20 first child, $5 for each additional child in the same family. Everyone is welcome so bring your friends!

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Register Here.

Contact our Assistant Director of Family Ministry, Deborah Graeflin for more information. 

New Member Class

Oct 9, Oct 15 • 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

This 2-week class will provide interested guests with the opportunity to learn more about who we are, what we believe and how they can join our congregation. 

Click here to sign up
Contact our Director of Family Ministry, Becca Rivas, for more information. 

Uganda Mission Trip

Oct 20 - Oct 31

Adults travel to Uganda to assist the medical staff in logistics, distribute reader glasses and mosquito nets, pray with the villagers, and share the Gospel as well as our other talents. 
 
Register here

Contact our Mission Coordinator, Doug Eisele for more information.