So many wonderful moments were shared here on Shrove Tuesday and Ash Wednesday. And, our Men’s Group raised $350 for our organ restoration on Shrove Tuesday too!
Shrove Tuesday & Ash Wednesday
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Youth Raise Awareness & $500 In The Souper Bowl!
The Christ Church Youth Group teamed up to raise funds and collect food donations as part of the Souper Bowl of Caring. Their team – the Christ Church Saints – were ready at our Sunday services on February 7th, Super Bowl Sunday for the NFL, to collect for our food ministry, which provides donations to the…
Diocesan High School Retreat
Happening – A Christian Experience is a fabulous program for youth in grades 9-12 to make new friends, relax and have lots of fun in a safe environment while exploring their own spirituality. We are privileged to serve as the host site for Happening February 5-7th. Approximately 30 High School youth from all over the…
The Blizzard Of 2016
Despite the valiant efforts of our fearless and fashionable Sexton, all services had to be canceled. What a storm! We pray for the families of all those who lost their lives. We also give thanks for all those who helped clear the streets of snow, and who cared for those in need.
Baptisms – Oct 2 & Nov 6
There is no greater joy in the Christian community than to welcome a new member into the Body of Christ. Our next baptism date is Pentecost, which is on Oct 2nd and Nov. 6th. If you feel called to baptism, or baptism for your child, please see Mother Diana.
Blast From The Past
Anyone who has known Christ Church long enough knows we love great music. Our choir is fabulous, and part of a long tradition of great music here. This is a special treat – an old recording of the choir under the direction of the late Buck Coursen (for whom the choir room is now named).…
Youth Group Dinner Pictures
Our Youth Group got together last Sunday to plan for a year filled with activities and outreach. But first, it was time for a lasagna cook off, as they prepared a feast of two types of lasagna (meat and veggie), salad, and garlic bread. The whole meal was topped off with a homemade apple pie…
Blessing of the Animals Pictures!
The rainy weather did not keep folks from making sure their beloved furry family members were blessed today. We presented Pound Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) of Montclair, NJ a check for $400 and some much needed supplies today. Thank you David Drislane, who coordinated this joy filled event. Take a look at the pics by…
Mother Diana Returns to the Pulpit
September was a busy month of guest preachers, but this Sunday our Rector, the Rev. Diana Wilcox, returns to the pulpit. Don’t forget that there is only one service on Sunday, at 10:30am, in celebration of our Fall Founder’s Fest – our 157th birthday! See you in church!
The Rev. Fletcher Harper Comes To Christ Church
On Sunday, September 27th, we will be blessed to have The Rev. Fletcher Harper with us as the Celebrant & Preacher while Mother Diana is away on retreat. Fr. Fletcher is an Episcopal priest and GreenFaith’s Executive Director. Under his leadership, GreenFaith has developed innovative programs linking religious belief and practice to the environment. An…
