Guest Preacher this Sunday: Tamara Plummer

This Sunday, we warmly welcome Tamara Plummer as our guest preacher at 8am and 10am. Tamara Plummer is a Program Officer in Global Programs at Episocpal Relief & Development where she supports church leaders as they prepare for and respond to disasters. She is a passionate leader with more than 20 years of experience in project management, training, facilitation, curriculum development and spiritual formation. Tamara holds an MA in practical theology from Union Theological Seminary.

Support Episcopal Relief & Development throughout Lent

This Lent, when we are called upon to follow Christ faithfully, is a time for us to serve those in need through our fundraising efforts with Episcopal Relief and Development. ERD offers us the opportunity to make Jesus’ words to love our neighbor a reality.

Support our Team! Make a Gift to Episcopal Relief & Development

Holy Land Artwork Coming to Christ Church

Holy Land Artwork has a mission to share the news of the Christian community in the Holy Land. For the past 5 years they have visited different churches every Sunday to share stories and raise money for the Christian families of Bethlehem and Jerusalem by selling the olivewood artwork they create. Holy Land Artwork will be here at Christ Church on Sunday, March 10 with artwork for sale and viewing during coffee hour. Come and see!

The Pingry School Orchestra Performance

Today, 12:15pm

Today, March 8, at 12:15 pm, members of The Pingry School Upper School Orchestra will be performing a free concert at Christ Church in Short Hills. Students will be performing pieces from the Baroque to the Beatles, from string quartet to string orchestra. All are invited to attend.

Spring Forward this Sunday

Daylight saving time begins this Sunday. Do not forget to set your clock forward an hour. 

Summer Experiences for Children & Youth

General Convention Youth Trip

June 22 — June 28, 2024 | Louisville, KY



This year, our youth will be traveling to Louisville, Kentucky during the General Convention of the Episcopal Church. While there, youth will get to see some of the workings of our denomination, connect with other youth from across the Episcopal Church, meet with our Bishop, take part in spiritual formation, and participate in justice activities/missions. The trip is open to all youth currently enrolled in grades 8-12. Registration and additional information is available on our website.

Appalachia Service Project Mission Trip

June 29 — July 6, 2024 | Location TBD

Christ Church is partnering with St. John's Lutheran Church in Summit as they organize a group to participate in the Appalachia Service Project from June 29-July 6. Participants must be at least 14 years old and have completed the eighth grade by the week of the trip. For further information about ASP, please visit: www.asphome.org. For further information about the group being organized by St. John's, please send an email to Chris Whitaker.

Cross Roads Camp Summer Programs

Weeks available July 7 — August 9, 2024 | Grades 2-11

Cross Roads, our Episcopal camp, provides an amazing opportunity for people of all ages to have a classic camp experience in a safe and supportive environment and was listed on the 2023 Newsweek List of America’s Best Summer Camps. If you are interested in attending a week at Cross Roads, contact Rev. Bowie or Chris Whitaker. Children from Christ Church will be attending throughout the summer. Learn more and register at www.crossroadsretreat.com.

An Afternoon of Tea & Poetry

Saturday, March 16, 3pm

Gather with Rev. Bowie and guests for an afternoon of tea and poetry in the Parish Hall. Rev. Bowie will share poetry from her Masters in Sacred Theology, completed at General Seminary, which she plans to include in a book to be published. Other poets will include Libby Clarke and Janet Maulbeck. After poetry, there will be a time for tea, fellowship, and discussion. You are invited to bring your favorite scones to share and there will be clotted cheese, jams, and tea sandwiches. Interested in sharing your own poetry? Contact Rev. Bowie. 

Present Hope

Second Sundays, 11:30am, St. Mark’s Room — Beginning March 10

Present Hope is a small group for those who have lost a spouse and a time for them to gather for fellowship and conversation. The group meets monthly on the second Sunday. We pray that Present Hope may be a resource for our community and to those who have experienced this particular loss to be with and support one another.

Easter Flowers and Music

For Easter, the church is filled with beautiful flowers and music to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. On this holy day, we also recognize loved ones from our lives, both past and present. 

We invite you to dedicate Easter Music and Flowers in memory of a loved one or in living tribute to a special person by completing the form below and returning it to the Church by Friday, March 22. You can also email names to the Parish Office.

Faith & Film

Sundays at 3pm — Parish Hall



This spring, join Rev. Paul and others for popcorn, film, and conversation as we watch the second season of the critically acclaimed show, The Chosen. Each episode is about an hour long, and we follow it with reflection about what’s happening in the show and in our own life of faith. Two Sundays a month at 3pm in the Parish Hall, continuing on March 17, April 7, 21, and May 5.  [Learn more]

Episcopalians:

A Prayerbook People

Tuesdays, 7-8:15pm on Zoom

What does it mean to be Episcopalian? What is an Episcopalian for that matter? This Lent, gather on Zoom with Rev. Paul for a time of formation and fellowship as we discuss, hear, and learn about our particular expression of Christianity. This program is open to all, but especially to those looking to be confirmed or received into the Church. [Learn more]

Holy Grounds Lenten Series

Our Shared Life of Faith

Sundays at 9am — St. Mark’s Room



Join Rev. Paul and others around a pot of coffee for part 2 of our Holy Grounds Lenten series. In part 2 (starting March 10), we’ll join with the youth confirmands for conversations about our shared life of faith and experiences. We will meet in the Parish Hall on March 10 and 17. [Learn more]

Rector's Bible Study

Second & Fourth Tuesdays

St. Mark's Room and Zoom

Continuing March 12

This spring, Rev. Bowie will lead a Bible Study on John’s Gospel. The Rector’s Bible Study meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays from 12-1pm in the St. Mark’s Room and via Zoom. Feel free to bring your lunch. Weekly schedule of readings can be viewed by clicking the link below and you are encouraged to read before the weekly gathering.  [Learn more]

Journey through Lent

Lent is a season of transformation and self-examination, when we ask God for forgiveness while creating space to talk about Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection. You are invited to pray and observe this season at Christ Church and experience how these 40 days can lead us into closer unity with God. 

Sign-Up to Host Coffee Hour

Sundays available February through June

Each Sunday after worship, we gather in Parish Hall to meet and greet our fellow parishioners. This ministry depends on volunteers to provide some light refreshments and to help with set up. Won’t you please consider being a part of this fellowship by signing up for a Sunday to help out?

We have a number of experienced hosts who are happy to partner with you if you are new to hosting coffee hour or prefer to co-host. Please contact Sing Williams with any questions or sign-up below. 

Learn More!

What's Next, God?

Discernment for all ages and stages of life

Tuesday, March 12, 7-8:30am on Zoom

In this workshop Canon Clark and Missioner Cynthia McChesney will lead a discussion about ways to see the stages of our lives, how to invite God into our decision-making, and how to cultivate discernment practices throughout all our lives. This “talking about faith” program is suited for everyone and for all ages.

Learn more and register 

Each week, we continue to remember those in need of prayer. 

Special Prayers: Phil B., Chris P., Linda G., Elsie F., Kenny L., Hilary S., Sol, Byron M., and Kathy G.

For the repose of Scott Sullivan.

Ongoing Prayers: Kay S., Diana B., Julienne, Jean B., Christina, Rebecca M., Mabel, Leonor D., Suzanne M., Paul J., Vivian J., Jane H., Linda J., Graham P., Sofia D., Liz D., Ginny, Celine, Frank B., Angelo B., Andrew G., Peter M., Duke L., Joanie, Katia G., Priscila F., Winnie, Curtis F., Lupe V., Sandra, Donna N., Sen K., Ruth G., Elena B., Anne T., Mildred, Kathy, Graham, Lin K., Chase, Jason, Chun L., Ethan L., and Jiawei L. 

Diocesan Cycle of Prayer: We pray for Church of Our Savior, Secaucus; Christ Church, Short Hills; and St. Andrew & Holy Communion, South Orange. 

Anglican Cycle of Prayer: We pray for The Episcopal Church. 

We pray for: For Peace in the world and an end to war, especially in Ukraine and Israel/Palestine.

In observance of Women’s History Month: We remember that March is Women’s History Month. Thank you for all the cherished women in our lives and in our histories: mothers, sisters, friends and neighbors. God, may women across the globe continue to be empowered, knowing the love you offer. —written by Sojourners

Please contact the Rev. Paul Keene if you have any prayer requests or would like a pastoral visitation.