Interim Rector

The Reverend Tim Mulder will be serving as our Interim Rector beginning Sunday, September 4th. Tim will be celebrating at the 10:00 a.m. service on Sundays through Pentecost. Tim will also be available to us on Wednesdays for education and other events to be announced.

Welcome, Reverend Paul Rajan

Since Tim is unavailable to participate in the 8:00 a.m. service, the Reverend Paul Rajan, Priest-in-Charge at the Church of the Good Shepherd in Wantage since 2019, has graciously agreed to celebrate at the 8:00 a.m. services during the interim period. An Indian New Zealander, Reverend Paul was brought up In the Anglican tradition in South India where he completed his Bachelor of Theology. He subsequently moved to New Zealand to serve as a missionary prior to moving to the United States in 2008, where he completed his Doctoral Studies in Clinical Pastoral Education.

What if I Need Spiritual Guidance?

The Reverend Randy Parks, Newton Medical Center chaplain and Christ Church parishioner, is available to assist with spiritual needs, including counseling, death of a loved one, and other concerns. Randy is available at 862-266-0513 or [email protected].

What if I Have Healthcare Concerns?

Christ Church's very own Faith Community Nurse, Beth Batastini, is available to assist you. You are invited to contact Beth at 973-876-5579 or email [email protected] with health-related concerns or issues. 

When Can I Expect to See the Parish Profile?

The Profile Committee is putting the final touches on the Parish Profile. Once it is completed, the profile will be posted on the church website and submitted to the Diocese of Newark.

Anything Else I Need to Know?

The Search Committee, the Wardens and the Vestry are in constant communication with the Right Reverend Carlye Hughes, Bishop of the Diocese of Newark, and the Reverend Canon Margo Clark regarding the search for our new Rector. If you have questions, feel free to contact Search Committee Chairperson Kurt Lutz, [email protected], Wardens Nick Pachnos, 908-256-6355, or Mary Ann Risley, 973-670-0493. or Karrie MIller in the church office, 973-383-2245.

We're bringing back Opportunity Sunday on September 11th!

Join us for a scrumptious breakfast, 8:45 - 9:30 a.m., and learn about all of the activities that are available at Christ Church. Parents can register their children and teens for Sunday School and Youth Group. Learn about Junior and Senior Choir, Altar Guild, Helping Hands, Acolytes and Crucifers, Christ Church in Stitches, Bible Study, Christ Church Women's Group, and even some new and exciting activities. Hear from group members and browse the exhibits in Holley Hall.

Beginning at 9:00 a.m., kids are invited to explore all things Harry Potter on the Christ Church playground!  

Senior Choir Seeks Members

Anyone interested in singing in the Christ Church Senior Choir should not be shy and speak to Joe Mello! Rehearsals are in the church on Thursdays, beginning September 8th at 7:30 p.m. Rehearsals generally last 1 1/2 hours. All interested singers are welcome! If you have any questions, contact Joe at [email protected] or call/text 862-268-4720.

The Junior Choir is Now the "Christ Church Youth Choir"

Students in grades 1 - 12 are invited to join the Christ Church Youth Choir!  On Sunday, September 11th, join us immediately following the 10:00 a.m. service for fun, food and games. It is finally time to get singing again! Join us for a great year of singing God’s praise!  If you have any questions or want to sign-up, please contact Debbie Mello at [email protected]. 

Acolytes & Crucifers Needed

Students in elementary school, middle school, and high school are invited to serve as acolytes and crucifers during the 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. services.  Training will begin on Sunday, September 25th, 11:15 a.m. - noon under the tutelage of Curt Wilson and Susie Mittelstadt.

College Care Packages

Let's show our college students that we are thinking of them!  The Reverend Randy Parks is coordinating the collection of appropriate food and other items to ship to the members of our congregation who are in college.  If you have a student who would like to receive a Christ Church care package, please provide their contact information to Randy Parks, [email protected].  Items will be accepted on Sundays during September and October; boxes will be shipped in October.