Christ Episcopal Church

“It’s The 3am Phone Call”

November 20, 2016: May God’s words alone be spoken, may God’s words alone be heard.  Amen. For some, this is a day called Christ the King Sunday, but the truth is, that is not a title he would have ever claimed.  As we heard in the Gospel, it was a title given to him by…

“A People Walking In Darkness”

November 13, 2016: May God’s words alone be spoken, may God’s words alone be heard.  Amen. What a week this has been.  No matter who you may have voted for, no one can deny that a sea change has taken place – and it is one that has brought fear, hatred, bigotry, and violence to…

“The Ones Who Keep On Going”

November 6, 2016 – All Saints: May God’s words alone be spoken, may God’s words alone be heard.  Amen. There is a Peanuts cartoon where Lucy tells Charlie Brown, “I have examined my life and found it to be without flaw. Therefore, I’m going to hold a ceremony and present myself with a medal. I…

Make Your Own Advent Wreath – Nov 27

On Sunday, November 27th after each service, you will have the ability to create a beautiful Advent wreath to take home with you to celebrate the season. The church will provide the greens, and you can bring your own candle ring and candles, or purchase either from the church at cost of only $10 for…

“Back From The Future”

October 30, 2016: May God’s words alone be spoken, may God’s words alone be heard.  Amen. I loved the 1985 movie “Back to the Future.”  It features a teenager, Marty McFly, played by Michael J. Fox, who ends up changing the present circumstances of his life for the better, when he accidentally ends up in…

“It’s A Trap!”

October 23, 2016: May God’s words alone be spoken, may God’s words alone be heard. Amen. [singing] “Oh Lord, it’s hard to be humble, when you’re perfect in every way.”  Ahhh, for those of you who remember a certain crossover Country Western singer named Mac Davis, you might remember that song from 1980.  Great fun.  I…

Inquirer’s Class – Oct 30

Interested in being an Episcopalian or joining Christ Church? Baptized adults interested in being received into The Episcopal Church should contact Mother Diana.  Want to know more about it?  Mother Diana will be offering an Inquirer’s Class on Sunday, October 30th, in our new library space in 74 Park.  It will begin about 20 minutes…

Christ Church In The News!

Check out this article about our Nursery School expansion and the renovations of spaces for both the school and the church!  The article has several inaccuracies, so see the corrected copy below. The Record For past articles or news coverage of the church, click here: In The News!   Here is corrected copy submitted to…

Latest Article in Glen Ridge Voice

Check out Mother Diana’s latest article in the Glen Ridge Voice titled “An Election Year As Test of Faith.” (the original title was “This Election Is Trying My Faith”) October 2016 Article For past articles or news coverage of the church, click here: In The News!

“Lift Up Your Hearts!”

October 9, 2016 : May God’s words alone be spoken, may God’s words alone be heard.  Amen. The Lord be with you! [and also with you] Lift up your hearts! [we lift them to our God] Let us give thanks to the Lord our God! [it is right to give God thanks and praise] These…