In this month when Christians celebrate the martyrs, confessors, and saints on All Saints (November 1), and remember their beloved dead on All Souls (November 2), Christ Church provides an opportunity for those who have experienced loss and grief to gather in a confidential and compassionate atmosphere to share their experiences. Amelia Carroll, spiritual director and dying and death expert leads this healing meeting. Friends of Christ Church members are welcome to participate in this holy conversation. PLEASE SIGN UP…

As hate speech and crimes against Jews and Jewish synagogues increase in the United States and Europe, it is necessary for Christians of conscience to recognize how poor interpretations of the New Testament, in particular the gospels, can be used to rationalize such horrific behavior. As we enter December, the Gospel of Matthew – both seemingly friendly and unfriendly to Jews – will be heard in our parish liturgies. How might our understanding of the context in which Matthew wrote…

As hate speech and crimes against Jews and Jewish synagogues increase in the United States and Europe, it is necessary for Christians of conscience to recognize how poor interpretations of the New Testament, in particular the gospels, can be used to rationalize such horrific behavior. As we enter December, the Gospel of Matthew – both seemingly friendly and unfriendly to Jews – will be heard in our parish liturgies. How might our understanding of the context in which Matthew wrote…

Did you know that The Book of Common Prayer asks all Episcopalians to complete their funeral plans and register them with the parish? Indeed, as many of us know, such a plan is a truly loving gift to one’s family and friends and is quite helpful for the church staff in preparing vigils, funeral services, and burials or inurnments. While some think, “It doesn’t matter, do whatever you want,” it can be a considerable challenge for grieving family members to…

If you are a regular worshipper and baptized Christian at Christ Church but have not affiliated with the Episcopal Church through confirmation or reception; if you are a newcomer from a different Christian communion and are interested in joining Christ Church; if you desire to reaffirm the faith in which you were baptized; if you seek to become Christian through Holy Baptism, please join us for this initial meeting of EXPLORE, our process for entering fully into the faith and…

In these two Sunday classes, participants will explore the surprising dimensions of Matthew’s birth narrative and how that narrative sheds light on our contemporary experience of political leadership, refugees, and child safety. We will not hear Matthew’s story of the birth of Jesus during Christmas: let’s dive into it on these two Sundays! If you can, please bring your New Revised Standard Version translation of the Bible with you.

Parishioner Amelia Carroll LMHC, CT will lead a monthly drop-in Grief Support Group. Support, guidance, and education will be offered within a non-threatening environment to those who have experienced recent losses through death or other life transitions. Enter from the Multicare parking lot through the Wells Hall door closest to K Street. There is no fee, but donations to cover the cost of materials are gratefully accepted.