Preserve Our Buildings for Future Generations
Celebrate Our 250th Anniversary
Help Us Reach Our Financial Goal: Raising
$500,000 to replace the current roofs on both historic structures.
Current Pledges: $264,200 with $35,625 collected to date.
Get on the List!
Check out the list of those who have pledged to help
Raise the Roof
:
Darlene Abbey
Lou & Lynda Andres
Anonymous
Norman & Agnes Beatty
Dorothy Bernstine
Laura Booker
Ayla Bower
Bob & Dawn Charlton
Vanessa & Geordie Compton
Ken & Judy Dykstra
Ralph & Kirsten Flaherty
Carl & Julianne Gerdes
Allan & Diana Greene
Robert Griner & Erika Maresca
Chris & Nicole Halkyard
Angeline Harris
Pauline Josephs
Walter Kiechel
Coray & Cindy Kirby
Joyce Krumm
Kevin Kuhner
Ford & Geri Livengood
Kurt Lutz
Victor & Christine McLoughlin
Sylvia Montero & OB Taylor
Nick & Lisa Pachnos
Barbara Parker
Randy & Lori Parks
William & Theresa Robbins
Katherine Satter
MaryAnn Satter
Jennifer Scuralli
Keith & Ginny Smith
Mike & Denise Streeter
Terry Syberg
Patricia Taggart
Walter Thies
Andy VanOrden
Paul & Michelle Wiebel
Greg Guinsler & Curt Wilson
George & Barbara Wink
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Anderson House
Built in 1785, this building houses the parish offices, storage areas and the apartment for the Sexton.
Projected cost: $200,000
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Parish House
This larger structure, built in 1869, is home to the kitchen, hospitality area, history display, parlor, and music department.
Projected cost: $300,000
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State of Anderson House and Parish House Roofs
The roofs on both structures are experiencing simultaneous deterioration:
- Rot is pervasive, due to the age of the historic buildings and because of water damage over the years;
- Tar laced with asbestos is present in both roofs requiring a dedicated abatement process for complete and safe removal;
- The existing beams and supports have been deemed inadequate to support a new roof, necessitating the replacement and/or augmentation of existing beams.
Raise the Roof
The Raise the Roof Capital Campaign will raise funds to complete the following:
- Remove the existing roofs on both the Anderson House and Parish House;
- Safely remove the tar and asbestos;
- Remove the beams in the Parish House;
- Install supports in the Anderson House in order to maintain the historic beams, but ensure that they are no longer supporting the weight of the new roof;
- Construct new beams, decking and membranes in both buildings;
- Incorporate new slates in both roofs.
How Can I Help?
- Make a pledge online; OR
- Mail a check made out to "Christ Church" with "Raise the Roof" listed on the Memo line, to the parish office, 62 Main Street, Newton, NJ 07860; OR
- Email the Reverend Canon Robert Griner, [email protected], and indicate the dollar amount you would like to pledge payable over three years.
Thank you for your dedication to the generations of parishioners who will use these buildings to continue to be Christ's presence in our community!
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Party on the Patio
Saturday, July 20th
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Live music and summertime fare* supplied by the church
*
pulled pork, hot dogs, salads, desserts and beverages
RSVP to Karrie in the church office by
Tuesday, July 16th
, 973-383-2245, or
[email protected]
to let us know the number of people to expect.
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Family Promise Hosting: Help Us Help the Homeless
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Our homeless guests from the
Family Promise
program arrive on July 9th and we are still in need of volunteers through July 23rd.
As one of the most reliable hosting organizations, Christ Church is asked to host the homeless for two consecutive weeks each summer. If you have a few extra hours during the next two weeks, please consider preparing a meal, sharing a meal, staying overnight or just hanging out with these families in need.
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Summer Sundays at Christ Church
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During the summer while the Junior and Senior Choirs are on hiatus, the 10:00 a.m. service will be enhanced by musical offerings from members of the Christ Church congregation and accompanied by organist S. Gregory Shaffer.
A Note from the Treasurer
As you make your travel plans for the summer, we respectfully ask all parishioners to be mindful of staying current with pledge payments, if at all possible. During the summer, pledges received by the Church tend to decrease while parishioners are away on vacation, which leaves the Church short on funds to pay its weekly expenses. By arranging to stay current with your pledge, you will be doing your part to minimize the amount of funds the Church must borrow to pay its weekly expenses.
Bob Charlton,
Treasurer
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Teens and adults are needed to assist with outdoor painting and yard work at the home of a Sussex County senior citizen in Stanhope,
Saturday, July 13th, beginning at 8:30 a.m.
Wear crummy clothes - come for an hour or stay for the whole morning!
To volunteer or to learn more about this program, contact Terry Syberg at 201-787-3005 or
[email protected]
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Episcopal Church Women News
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The Episcopal Church Women (ECW) will meet on
Thursdays, July 18th and August 15th, at 11:45 a.m
. The July meeting will take place in the church parlor; the August gathering will be held at the home of Geri Livengood.
Save the Date for the
Annual Spring Retreat
, March 28, 2020 at the Johnsonburg Presbyterian Camp.
The ECW is open to all women of Christ Church. For more information, contact Diana Greene at 973-726-9640 or at
[email protected].
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Christian Education for Youth
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Journey (Christ Church Youth Group)
Journey will assemble and distribute bagged lunches for the Sunday Brunch in a Bag program on
Sunday, August 4th.
Meet in the kitchen at 9:00 a.m. to prepare the meal; help set up the table immediately following the 10:00 a.m. service. Contact Randy Parks at
[email protected]
with questions.
Sunday School
Sunday School will kick off with a special celebration immediately following the 10:00 a.m. service on
Sunday, September 15th
.
Contact Susie Mittelstadt,
[email protected]
, with questions about the Christian Education program at Christ Church.
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The Blanketeers group will gather on
Saturdays, July 13th and August 10th, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Those who like to crochet, knit, sew, participate in group projects, or just want fellowship are invited to attend. Tools, supplies, guidance and support for projects are provided at each meeting.
For more information about the Christ Church Blanketeers, contact Karrie Miller at the church office, 973-383-2245 or Dawn Charlton at
[email protected]
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Manna House Volunteers Needed
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Volunteers are welcomed and needed to prepare and serve the free lunch provided to approximately 60 people per day at the Manna House program offered at the First Presbyterian Church in Newton (54 High Street). Volunteer servers from Christ Church are needed on the
fourth Wednesday
of each month, from 9:50 a.m.—12:50 p.m.; summer dates are
July 24th and August 28th.
Spaghetti dinners to raise funds for Manna House will be held at the First Presbyterian Church on
Tuesdays, July 16th and August 20th, 5:00—6:30 p.m
.
Proceeds benefit Manna House. Cost for adults, $5; children 5—12, $3; children under the age of three eat for free.
For tickets, contact Laura Booker at 973-383-7635 or
[email protected].
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Christ Church Book Club Suspended for the Summer
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The next meeting of the Christ Church Book Club will take place on
Wednesday, September 25th
,
at 7:00 p.m
. in the parlor. All are welcome. For questions or to be added to the email list, contact Lori Parks at
[email protected]
or 862-266-3059.
Keep reading!
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Bible Study will take place on
Wednesday evenings, July 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
in the Church Parlor.
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Sunday Servers, Coffee Hour Hosts & Brunch in a Bag Volunteers
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Those who have volunteered to host Coffee Hour, provide flowers, support the Sanctuary, serve as Lectors, Eucharistic Ministers, Ushers, Acolytes, Crucifers or on the Altar Guild, or assist with the Sunday Brunch in a Bag program can check their schedule on the Christ Church
website.
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Volunteers will meet in the Christ Church kitchen to prepare dinner for NORWESCAP's Pathways 2 Prosperity program
;
gatherings will take place on
Tuesdays, July 9th, July 23rd and August 13th at 2:00 p.m
. To volunteer or to learn more about this program, contact Terry Syberg at 201-787-3005 or
[email protected].
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Well Done, Good & Faithful Servants!
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- Robert Griner, Terry Syberg, Katie Pachnos, Chloe Smith, Peace Backusy and the rest of our Panama travelers;
- Robert Griner, Randy Parks, Matt Genung, Tim Parker, Susie Mittelstadt and the Journey members who participated in the service project in Paterson;
- Mike and Denise Streeter, Terry Syberg and all those who assisted with the set-up and clean-up of the annual church picnic;
- John Cuozzo for the wisdom, stories,games and saxophone lessons he shares with the children of Christ Church;
- Matt Genung, Diana Greene, Nick Pachnos, and Mike Streeter for presenting to the Sunday School and Youth Group during May;
- Keith Smith, Mark Maruska and Lisa Pachnos for their work updating the logo and artwork for church publications;
- Liz, Scott, Jillian, Randy, Diane, Maureen, and Terry for sharing the good news in Sunday School;
- All those who generously donated stamps or money for stamps to support our Keeping in Touch card ministry. We are starting to hear back from some of the recipients and they all express thanks and blessings for the cards they receive, as well as sharing how God is working in their lives.
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Matt Genung and his assistants
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Journey members help local kids
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Birthdays and Anniversaries
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Parishioners are encouraged to contribute towards the purchase of the flowers on the altar in order to commemorate a special occasion or loved one;
Sanctuary Lights or Candles, $20; Altar Flowers, $35.
Look for sign up sheets for flowers or candles in Holley Hall or at the back of church. Contact the
church office
or Evelyn Polcer at
[email protected]
or 973-579-1242 with memorial information.
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In a nod to our 250th anniversary, Christ Church has adopted the official color of the Anglican Church, Sarum Blue. Look for it in our Sunday bulletins, this fabulous newsletter, and more!
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A gentle reminder that our parish email address is
[email protected]
. Please make a note of it.
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- Back to School Party, September 15th;
- "What Does it Mean to be a Trusted Adult" Presentation at Newton Medical Center, October 8th;
- Commemorative Arrival on Horseback and Celebratory Gathering at the Historic Sussex County Court House, November 3rd;
- Evensong, November 23rd;
- 250th Anniversary Banquet at the Lake Mohawk Country Club, November 24th;
- ECW Retreat, March 28, 2020, at the Johnsonburg Presbyterian Camp.
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Guest Speakers at Future Church Breakfasts
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In recognition of our 250th anniversary year, we will host special presentations during upcoming Church Breakfasts.
- On Sunday, September 8th, author and journalist Mark Di Ionno will share his perspective on the history of the church in New Jersey;
- Parish historian Merritt Ierley will discuss early parish history and provide a closer look at our first Rector Uzal Ogden on Sunday, October 6th.
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Stay up-to-date with the events at Christ Church by checking out the calendar on our
website
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