Christ Episcopal Church, Newton

Weekly E-News

Sunday, October 25


8:00 am: Holy Eucharist

9:00 am: Adult Bible Study

9:30 am: Sunday School

10:00 am: Holy Eucharist

11:45 am: Brunch in a Bag


Church Bulletin for

October 25, 2026


2027 Annual Giving


Annual giving materials were distributed last week on Stewardship Sunday.


Packets and pledge cards can be found

in the back of the church,

or by clicking the links below.


We ask you to prayerfully consider

making a pledge of financial commitment

to Christ Church for 2027,

and return a completed pledge card

by Sunday, November 22.


2027 Stewardship Packet


2027 Pledge Card


“You can develop a healthy, robust community

that lives right with God and enjoy its results

only if you do the hard work of getting along with each other,

treating each other with dignity and honor.” James 3:18 (MSG)

Announcements & Events

Christ Church Women’s Friday Fun Night


TONIGHT!

Friday, October 23

7:00 pm

 

All women of the parish are invited to an evening learning the therapeutic art technique Zentangle, taught by our own Maureen Slamer.

Adult Formation Series: Being Christian


Led by

The Rev. Tricia Lyons


Wednesday Evenings starting October 28

7:00-8:00 pm


 

What does it actually mean to be Christian?

Not as a set of ideas to agree with,

but as a life shaped by four simple things:

baptism, the Bible, the Eucharist, and prayer.

 

This fall we will read Being Christian by Rowan Williams, former Archbishop of Canterbury, and talk together about the practices at the heart of our common life. Williams writes with warmth and clarity, and the book is short enough to read a chapter a week without adding stress to your evenings. Whether these topics are brand new to you or you have been hearing them in church for decades, there is more here than any of us has finished discovering. Come for the conversation, the questions, and the joy of learning alongside one another. All are welcome.


Books at no cost are be available through our parish office or at the first session. For more information, please speak with Rev. Tricia Lyons.

Contemplative Prayer Group

Wednesday, October 28

6:30 pm

 

Our Contemplative Prayer Group will meet on Wednesday, October 28, at 6:30 pm, preceding our Adult Formation program. For more information, please speak with Diana Greene.

 All Souls Requiem Mass

Sunday, November 1

4:00 pm


featuring Fauré Requiem

with Orchestra & Soloists

 

Join us in the afternoon on Sunday, November 1 as we

give thanks to God for all the blessed souls who now dwell in eternal glory, and continue to influence and shape our lives.

 

Our talented choir will offer Requiem by Gabriel Fauré,

featuring orchestra and soloists. A festive reception will follow.

Consider inviting friends to come hear this beautiful work.

New Member Classes

with Father Chris


Sunday, November 8

& Sunday, November 15


11:30 am - 1:00 pm

in the Church Parlor

 

New to Christ Church?

Join Chris for two sessions after our 10 am service

for an overview of the Episcopal Church

and to learn more about our special parish.

  Christ Church

Stewardship Dinner

Friday, November 20 5:30 pm

 

Bring a favorite entrée or dessert to share. Prizes awarded for best dishes (enjoy this photo of last year's winners)! During our dinner, our Christ Church in Stitches group will hold a Silent Auction, with proceeds supporting Christ Church programs!

  Violin & Piano Recital

Sunday, November 22

4:00 pm

 

Join us for Evening Song: Music of Beethoven, Chopin, Amy Beach and Arvo Pärt. We will be welcoming violinist Nicholas Currie to Christ Church and enjoy the talent and musicianship of our own Diana Greene on piano! A reception will follow - all are welcome!

  Contemplative

Advent Retreat

Saturday, December 5

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

 

Begin your Advent season with a retreat morning at the home of parishioner Geri Livengood. This year's theme: Watch, Wait, Wonder. Space is limited. For more information, or to register for the retreat, please contact Diana Greene dianatgreene@gmail.com

 We rejoice with those celebrating birthdays this week,

including:

Deborah Mello, Chris Streeter, (October 25)

Sage Grover, (October 28)

Cindy Kirby, Ginny Smith, (October 30)

 

We rejoice with those celebrating anniversaries this week, including:

Bob & Dawn Charlton, (October 26)

Christ Episcopal Church, Newton

62 Main Street - Newton, NJ 07860

www.christchurchnewton.org

office@christchurchnewton.org


Office Hours

Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

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