With autumn in full swing, the days become shorter. This month, we reflect on the waning light and the seasons of transition in our lives that this may represent. As we accept the ever-changing nature of our lives, we also lean into God’s continual presence, guiding love, and light. Join us for times of teaching and sharing, spiritual direction, meditation, inspirational films, and Fr. Mike’s healing space for trauma, grief, and hope. The 2nd Saturday Center for Spiritual N

We are thrilled to present our Music Director, Larissa Sanders, in her fall Larissa and Friends recital - now an annual tradition. Larissa and her selection of incredibly talented musicians and vocalists will present a program of beautiful music spanning several centuries and cultures. Light refreshments will be served at a reception following the performance. Come to the New Brick Sanctuary on Saturday, November 14 at 5:00 for an evening that's sure to entertain everyone. Sa

As summer gives way to autumn, we rest and reflect on the growth from the summer as well as lean into who we are becoming in this new season. Join us for the return of the Sound Bath, Fr. Mike’s inaugural healing space for trauma, grief, and hope, spiritual direction, inspirational films, and inspiring teaching. Join us this Saturday, September 12 as we offer: Rhythms of Grace · led by Leah Chrest As we enter into fall, we consider the rhythms in our lives. What are the annua

Get ready to stir up your best (or hottest!) chili recipe, because our inaugural First Wednesday Fellowship of the autumn is heating up with a parish-wide Chili Cook-Off on Wednesday, October 7, at 6:00 p.m. Gather 'round the table as the rich, savory scent of chili fills the air, and bring along your favorite pot of chili, a tasty side, or a delicious dessert to share with the community. We will provide plenty of cornbread, salad, and chips to help you enjoy 'em all! In addi

As summer gives way to autumn, we rest and reflect on the growth from the summer as well as lean into who we are becoming in this new season. Join us for the return of the Sound Bath, Fr. Mike’s inaugural healing space for trauma, grief, and hope, spiritual direction, inspirational films, and inspiring teaching. The 2nd Saturday Center for Spiritual Nourishment (CSN) provides opportunities for us to be in closer relationship with God by offering an array of experiences that

Pentecost XV at Christ Church This Sunday, services in New Brick begin at 8 a.m. with Holy Eucharist without music. Our Family Worship is at 9 a.m. and centers on engaging the younger members of our church, featuring a Communion gathering around the altar. We then have Holy Eucharist with music at 10:30. Collect for Today: Grant us, O Lord, to trust in you with all our hearts; for, as you always resist the proud who confide in their own strength, so you never forsake those wh

Gather for the Parish Festival and Ministry Fair - Sunday, August 30 The annual Christ Church Parish Festival & Ministry Fair returns this Sunday, August 30! Join us that day for a single worship service at 10:00 a.m. in the New Brick sanctuary, followed by the festival featuring food, fellowship, and fun for all ages. During the event, we'll host our Ministry Fair, where you can chat with leaders from nearly every group and ministry to learn how they support the broader comm

The Center for Spiritual Nourishment (CSN) is taking a well-deserved summer break to allow presenters and participants time for rest and personal reflection, offering everyone in the community a chance to recharge their spirits throughout the remainder of the summer. You can look forward to reconnecting and exploring new opportunities for spiritual growth when CSN returns on Saturday, September 12, with a new program series, so mark your calendars, and gather with us that mor

Join us for French toast and fellowship - the MOCC breakfast is a monthly tradition, and in July, it will take place this Saturday, July 18. Set your GPS to Silver Diner at 8250 Gateway Overlook Drive in Columbia. We'll meet at 9:30 a.m., and all ages are welcome. You can also set a calendar reminder on your phone for every third Saturday of a month, for that's when we always meet up for this tasty start to our weekend.

That's right - Theology on Tap, our fun and much-loved fellowship event, happens tomorrow evening, July 15, and is the perfect end to a hot summer day. If you are not familiar with Theology on Tap, it is a time when adults gather for fellowship in a casual space, and on Wednesday, we'll meet from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at Frisco and the Reckless Shepherd for great food, drink, and conversation. Topics can range from current to historical events; nothing is off the table - we welcome

You know 'em... now you can sing and dance to them - Christ Church's favorite supergroup, Small Delusions (Jan, JB, and Shannon - with special guest Meghan Pruitt!), is delighted to announce their next gig in the warm confines of the New Brick sanctuary. In just a few days - this Saturday, July 11 at 1:00 p.m. - gather as they play all the memorable classics, and maybe even take a few requests. Heck, even bring your dancing shoes if you feel like it! Definitely consider bring

One of the hallmarks of every summer at Christ Church is our annual Crab Feast. We begin by piling bushels of crabs onto paper tablecloths, grab a stack of napkins, and prepare to get MESSY. And it is worth every bit of the mess. Add some tasty barbecue for those choosing to skip the shellfish, and you have the makings of a fantastic feast, indeed. Though the midsummer heat wave tried its best to wilt the day's spirits, the warmth indoors was entirely generated by fellowship.

Crab Feast, An Annual FWF Extravaganza! - Tonight, July 1 The most anticipated First Wednesday Fellowship of the year is tonight, so get your crab-eatin' bibs ready! At 6 p.m., we'll host our annual Crab Feast just outside the Great Hall of New Brick, and everyone is invited, no matter what your age is! The signup deadline has passed, but if you missed it, there might be space – give the church office a call today to find out. If you're lucky, there will be some fresh, tasty

For generations, we've all known that food brings people together, and that was most definitely the case today with the members of Christ Church! The MOCC Breakfast, a cherished monthly tradition at Christ Church, brought members and others of all ages together this morning at the Silver Diner in Columbia. The event offered a wonderful opportunity for the community to kick start their weekend with a delicious breakfast paired with warm conversation, plus a bonus purpose - to

Gather with us for brew and banter, suds and spoken word, lager and laughs... no matter what you call it, Theology on Tap is a fun, informal get-together where we can chat about interesting religious, spiritual, or social articles of the day, grab a beverage or snack, and enjoy fun, engaging, structure-free conversation with other parishioners and friends for an hour or two. We like to use this time to speak about things that might be considered a bit casual or light for a Su

On Sunday, May 24, gather with us in the New Brick sanctuary for just one service - at 10:00 a.m. - as the choir processes through the aisles while we all sing "We Are the Church" in full voice. Be sure to wear some red to celebrate the Day of Pentecost (red is the liturgical color of that day), and everyone is invited to wear clothing that reflects their heritage and culture, as well. In an expression of this beautiful "melting pot" we have at Christ Church, we'll gather tog

Mother's Day is always a multi-day experience at Christ Church, and ours began at last week's First Wednesday Fellowship. We gathered for our monthly get-together, shared sandwiches, sides, sodas, and sweets, and created handmade flowers to give out to mothers and mother figures at church on Mother's Day. Last weekend brought its own excitement and festivities, and we'll share those photos tomorrow. But be sure to mark your calendars for some of our upcoming gatherings - you

Journey with us as we discover the ways we view God as a divine mother and explore how we celebrate those who have played a nurturing role in our lives. Among other programs at May's Center for Spiritual Nourishment, we celebrate the introduction of our first-ever Sound Bath experience! Our inspirational film options are split into two sessions, so that you can mix and match your choices throughout the morning. The 2nd Saturday Center for Spiritual Nourishment (CSN) provide

The Men of Christ Church have decided to play it safe and postpone this Saturday's Spring Family BBQ and Picnic so that we can enjoy the day under sunnier skies and warmer temps later this spring. The new date will be settled on in the coming days, and announced in this Thursday's Gatherings email. The MOCC folks will be in touch directly with those of you who have signed up to provide side dishes and setup assistance (thank you!), and we hope you'll participate on the new da

A fun time was had by all this past week, when the WOCC gathered up a bunch of our parish family to see Toby's production of The Wizard of Oz. As you can see from the photos, people of all ages shared a wonderful dinner and then settled in for a great retelling of the L. Frank Baum classic. You can still catch it yourself - they are performing until early June - but if you want to know when we are having parish outings like this one, sign up for our weekly newsletter -...