Welcome to all. The community called Christ Episcopal Church has gathered on the Guilford Green since 1744; and it is made new every time we meet together. Whoever you are and wherever you are on your spiritual journey, it’s an honor to worship with you. As a human being created in the image of God, you have something to teach this community about our Christian calling to love God and neighbor. Your presence is a blessing.
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WORSHIP SERVICE SCHEDULE
10:00 a.m. Sunday Service of Holy Eucharist & Rite II This is a traditional service featuring Holy Eucharist, organ and choir music and hymns. It is also live-streamed each week on our Facebook page. A PDF of the service bulletin can be found below: 2nd_sunday_after_pentecost_6.22.25.pdf 12:00 p.m. Wednesday This is a simple, 30-minute service of Holy Eucharist, Rite I. ONLINE SERVICES
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CHILDREN & YOUTH MINISTRIES
We welcome all children to attend our Sunday School and Nursery Care on Sunday mornings. Children ages K-8th grade meet in the lower level at 10am for Sunday School; high school aged kids attend worship and serve in various ways, as well as attending special events. Nursery care is available each Sunday and is located in the lower level of the Parish Hall building. We welcome all and no pre-registration is required. For more information about our youth programs, please contact Director of Youth Faith Formation Page Pelphrey. 
REV. MICHAEL SWEENEY
The Rev. Michael Sweeney joined Christ Church as a full-time Priest in Charge in July, 2024. Prior to that, Michael served as Middle School Chaplain at St. Christopher’s School in Richmond, VA. Michael also served six years at St. Stephen’s Church in Richmond as Director of Youth and Family Ministry. Michael earned his MDiv at Virginia Theological Seminary and served as a seminarian at St. David’s Church in Washington, DC. To read more about Michael and his family, click here. |
UPCOMING EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Register now for Vacation Bible School, July 28 - August 1, 9am-12pm!
Open to children ages 4 years old -5th grade; all welcome from the community.
Get ready for a week of exploring God’s word and learning how we can work together to care for creation.
All kids between ages of four and 5th grade are invited to grow in faith as they play, learn, sing, and work to ReNew our congregation and community! This VBS program is organized in conjunction with the First Congregational Church of Guilford. Register HERE.
Youth Faith Formation
We have a lot of summer happenings this week!
- Saturday, June 21st from 9-10 we will have our first Saturday morning hangout on the green. Come with a ball or your bike. There will be donuts!
- Sunday, June 22nd we will play laser tag at the Connecticut Sportsplex. We will meet there at 12:45
- VBS is July 28th- August 1st with a volunteer training session Sunday July 27th. Reach out to Page if you would like to participate or volunteer.
Welcoming New Members – Sunday, June 22 & Sunday, June 29
On these Sundays, we’ll welcome new members to Christ Church as part of our worship. If you are interested in learning more or becoming a member, please contact the office.
This Sunday! 5pm beach service at Jacobs Beach
We'll enjoy the natural beauty of our coastline as we worship under a pavilion at Jacobs Beach. Please make plans to join us for this unique 5:00 pm worship event on 4 Sundays: June 22, July 13, August 3, August 24. (These services will be in addition to our Sunday 10am services.) The services will last around 30 minutes, and then we'll enjoy pizza together. You do not need a Jacobs Beach pass; just let the attendant know you’re with the Christ Church group.
ONGOING EVENTS
Wednesday Noon Service of Holy Eucharist: This is a simple, 30-minute service of Holy Eucharist, Rite I. The congregation sits up in the chancel area and receives communion at the altar rail. The service itself does not include music, but Mark Sullivan plays the organ from 11:45-12:00 as a time of meditation and prayer before the service.
Coffee Hour Moves Outside this Summer
Beginning this Sunday, we'll enjoy coffee hour outside in the parking area between the parish hall and church building. This gives our parishioners an opportunity to greet each other, as well as others in the community who may be passing by or intimidated about walking through to the parish hall.
We plan to serve cookies and coffee each Sunday; tables and chairs will also be set up for those who want to sit. Donations of pre-packaged cookies are requested for use throughout the summer. Please drop cookies off with Linda in the office or bring on Sundays and leave in the kitchen. Thank you!
New Zoom Bible Study Series – Tuesdays at 4 p.m., beginning Feb. 18. In this series on the book of Acts, we will reflect on St. Luke’s account of the Spirit at work in the early Church and how that same Spirit is at work in our lives. For more information or the Zoom link, please contact the office.
Friday Bible Study: Bible study meets on Fridays from 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. in the Guild Room. This gathering is drop-in friendly, with no commitment required, and no homework. Currently, we are reading passages from the Gospel of Mark appointed for Sunday services this fall. Snacks are provided, and you are welcome to bring your lunch.
Music Meditation: Join us every Friday from 12-12:30 pm for a peaceful moment to quiet your mind and nourish your spirit with the delightful sounds of organ music skillfully played by Mark Sullivan
Prayers of the People: As part of our worship on Sunday morning, we pray for the needs and concerns of this community. If there is someone you would like us to include in our prayers, please let us know by calling the office.
ECW Meetings: The ECW meets every 1st, 3rd & 4th Thursday at 10:30-1:00 in the Guild Room. Here we create crafts to sell during the upcoming holidays and to enjoy fellowship with each other. You are welcome to join us, bring a sandwich and perhaps an extra one to share. Dessert and beverages provided. The 2nd Thursday each month is our regular business meeting with a carry-in-luncheon, pot luck, and sometimes a guest Speaker. Father Michael Sweeney joins us on Thursdays when his schedule permits.
Outreach
The Outreach Committee meets on the second Thursday of each month. Christ Church partners with and supports various organizations, including CT Violence Intervention Program, the Guilford Food Bank, and the New York Haiti Project. To learn more about these ministries, contact the office at [email protected].
Do you need Pastoral Care?
Pastoral Care is God’s love in action throughout our parish community. This ministry of caring is a central expression of how we support, listen, and provide companionship to one another during challenging times such as hospitalizations, the death of a loved one, loneliness, and any other spiritual dilemma. Any parishioner may call at any time, day or night. Call Christ Church’s office, (203) 453-2279. Outside of office hours, or if you cannot get through to the parish administrator, follow the instructions on the voicemail. For a non-urgent pastoral matter, you may email The Rev. Michael Sweeney at [email protected].
Pastoral Care is God’s love in action throughout our parish community. This ministry of caring is a central expression of how we support, listen, and provide companionship to one another during challenging times such as hospitalizations, the death of a loved one, loneliness, and any other spiritual dilemma. Any parishioner may call at any time, day or night. Call Christ Church’s office, (203) 453-2279. Outside of office hours, or if you cannot get through to the parish administrator, follow the instructions on the voicemail. For a non-urgent pastoral matter, you may email The Rev. Michael Sweeney at [email protected].
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