First Sunday in Lent
From the Collect for this Sunday: Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be tempted by Satan: Come quickly to help us who are assaulted by many temptations; and, as you know the weaknesses of each of us, let each one find you mighty to save; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. REMEMBER: This is Daylight Saving Time on Sunday. Don't forget to set your clocks ahead one hour this Saturday night before you go to bed. Image courtesy of the ...
2014 Lenten Program at Christ Church
This year's Wednesday evening Lenten Program, titled "I Believe", begins on March 12th at 6:00 PM. The 2014 program will be a series of conversations on the Apostles' Creed beginning with a video presentation by some of the leading theologians of our time. Do come join us for a thoughtful and stimulating discussion on this important document, which sums up the essential tenets of our faith. We begin with a dinner at 6:00 PM (though with a bit different format than previous years). We will enjoy a spaghetti dinner prepared by the youth of Christ Church, a pot-luck dinner, a traditional ...
Intergenerational Bonfire
Come help us chase winter away with a bonfire in the backyard of Christ Church! We'll be roasting marshmallows, making s'mores, (eating them!) and playing games. The time is 6:30 - 8:30 PM Friday, March 7th. This event, sponsored by the Intergenerational Committee, is open to all ages. You are invited to bring your friends as well.
Men’s Breakfast Sat. March 8th
Come join the men of Christ Church (all ages) on March 8th. We had a great beginning in February! Come join us for an ongoing discussion of topics relevant to the men of Christ Church. Breakfast will be served at 8:30 AM.
Online Pledging Form and Payment
Our Every Member Canvass began on Sunday, November 24th. Pledge packets were distributed this past week by mail. The theme of the canvass this year is "Building A Sure Foundation". You can help to continue building a sure foundation by sending in your pledge now. If you you would like to fill out your pledge card online, you may do securely using the link below. You will also be able to set up your payment plan through an electronic funds transfer from your bank (preferred) or your credit card. The company facilitating this is Vanco Services, a reputable agent on our ...
Reserve and Purchase Your Memorial Garden niche online
If you would like to purchase a niche, you may now do so by first filling out a secure reservation form online. On the form will be listed prices, as well as the terms of purchase. Please click the following link to go to that site: Online Reservation Form for Memorial Garden Purchase Once you have filled out your reservation, after submitting the completed form you will be directed to a secure payment site where you may purchase your niche making a one-time payment or setting up a monthly purchase plan. You may make these payments with EFT (electronic funds transfer from ...
Joining Christ Church
We welcome visitors and newcomers to Christ Church! You may wish just to come to church on Sunday and experience the people and the liturgy. Our newcomer greeters and clergy will welcome you after the service and invite you to the coffee hour afterwards. Recognizing that some prefer to leave quietly and think about their experience before meeting parishioners, they will honor your needs. Just let them know. If you would like to take some printed materials with you to learn more about the church, ask one of the greeters for a newcomer packet. If you are coming with small children or ...
A Brief History of Christ Church
The beginnings of Christ Church Ridley Park are closely connected with the Philadelphia, Wilmington, and Baltimore Railroad. Presidents Samuel M. Felton (1851 to 1865) and his successor, Isaac Hinkley, both helped make possible the land and the building on which the parish is situated. Hinkley was a wealthy businessman who had purchased land in Ridley Township and in 1871 he formed the Ridley Park Land Association, making Felton its president (who served in that position until his retirement in 1884). Hinkley also hired Robert M. Copeland (1835-1874), a Boston landscape architect who laid out Ridley Park. It was Copeland's protégé, Theophilus ...
Announcements
First Sunday in Lent
From the Collect for this Sunday: Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the...
Intergenerational Bonfire
Come help us chase winter away with a bonfire in the backyard of Christ Church! We’ll...
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Ash Wednesday Services
Almighty and everlasting God, you hate nothing you have made and forgive the sins...
2014 Lenten Program at Christ Church
This year’s Wednesday evening Lenten Program, titled “I Believe”,...
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People
2014 Annual Meeting and Epiphany Luncheon/Auction
Despite more winter bluster, the Annual Meeting and Epiphany Luncheon and Auction...
2013 Christmas Album
Photos of Christmas 2013 at Christ Church…Pictures of decorating the church,...
Thank you to Vicki Myers and Christmas Outreach Offering
Many thanks to Vicki Myers, chair of our Outreach Committee, for the new bulletin...
Thank you to those who brought gifts!
Thank you to all the generous parishioners who brought Christmas gifts and put them...
The 2013 Pumpkin Patch Festival
The 2013 Ninth Annual Pumpkin Patch Festival was held on Saturday, October 19th....
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Volunteering and Outreach
Thank you to Vicki Myers and Christmas Outreach Offering
Many thanks to Vicki Myers, chair of our Outreach Committee, for the new bulletin board gracing the back of church. It draws to our attention all the many good works our Outreach Committee supports. It also encourages us to give generously at this time of year to the Christmas Outreach offering. An appeal will go out with the Christmas letter late next... [Read more of this review]
Thank you to those who brought gifts!
Thank you to all the generous parishioners who brought Christmas gifts and put them under the tree at the back of church. Those pictured are just some of the gifts prayerfully awaiting distribution to their intended recipients. Gifts will go to residents of Fair Acres Nursing Home, as well as families in the Ridley area. Thank you to all who brought... [Read more of this review]
Publicity Person Needed
The Fair committee is looking for one or two people to take on the position of getting our information about upcoming events out to the public. Those events are: Pumpkin Patch Festival, November Christmas Fair and Spring Fling. The position is not difficult or time consuming, but it needs to be done in a timely manner – which has been a problem!... [Read more of this review]
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