Christ Episcopal Church

“Let Us Check Our Hearts”

May 21, 2017 – [We were so happy to welcome Archange Antoine of Faith NJ, as he preached and shared his story with us today.  Mr. Antoine organized the protest marches Mtr. Diana and other clergy participated in to support Catalino Guerrero, who was facing possible deportation. Archange constantly utilizes the power of education, love…

“Living Stones”

May 14, 2017: May God’s words alone be spoken, may God’s words alone be heard.  Amen. I want to wish all the women here a very Happy Mother’s Day.  I say all the women because, even if you are not a mother yourself, you are a daughter to one. But as I note every year,…

Archange Antoine – May 21

Coming to preach and share his story on Sunday, May 21 is Archange Antoine, of Faith NJ.  Mr. Antoine organized the protest marches Mtr. Diana and other clergy participated in to support Catalino Guerrero, who was facing possible deportation.   Archange Antoine represents a dynamic fusion of passion and dedication through his tireless efforts toward…

“Easter Is For The Empty”

April 30, 2017: May God’s words alone be spoken, may God’s words alone be heard.  Amen. This parish, as joy filled and loving as any I have ever experienced, is walking through a time of grief and despair for several of our sisters and brothers here, and I cannot imagine a more fitting time for…

EWT Postcard Action With the Rev. Sara Lilja – 30 May

Join the new Episcopal Women Together (EWT) at our first event!   Tonight, the Rev. Sara Lilja, Director of Lutheran Episcopal Advocacy Ministry NJ, will kickoff a postcard campaign.  We will gather from 7-9pm in the Parish Hall of Christ Church in Bloomfield & Glen Ridge (see link below for directions) to make our voice…

“Jesus Breathed On Them”

[Our guest preacher was Natalie Marionneaux, our seminarian from Drew University, who is currently discerning ordination to the diaconate in the United Methodist Church.  Natalie is from Baton Rouge, LA]  April 23, 2016: Jesus breathed on them. BREATH gives us life, God gives us existence. You may or may not remember last week on Maundy Thursday,…

“Love Changes Everything”

April 16, 2017 – Easter Sunday: May God’s words alone be spoken, may God’s words alone be heard.  Amen. Christ is risen! [He is risen indeed!] Easter is finally here! And you know what else is here?  My free packet of wildflower seeds from the Honey Nut Cheerio company – sent to me to save…

Mtr. Diana Stands With Clergy for Justice & Compassion

Mtr. Diana joined with other clergy to once again stand beside a grandfather who was facing deportation after 25 years in this country – raising a family, owning a home, and paying taxes. At left top, Archange Antoine, of Faith NJ, leads the clergy in a prayer at the end of the day. At left…