Sunday, October 4 - 18

For families who are struggling financially, pet food is expensive. We're collecting pet food and new toys to support those served by Neighbor to Neighbor. Drop off in the Glass Hallway.

Sunday, Oct. 11 - Nov. 14

Drop off new or gently used, CLEAN, winter clothing including jackets, coats, gloves, scarves, and boots for adults and children. Bins are in the Glass Hallway.

Sunday, October 11
5:00 pm | The Loft

Join us for a casual and uplifting come-as-you-are Eucharist service. We’ll sing, worship, pray, and have communion together.

Tuesday, October 13
6:00 pm | The Rectory

Why do good people suffer? The Book of Job wrestles with some of life's most profound questions. Join Rev. Marek Zabriskie and acclaimed actor Scott William Winters for an engaging two-week conversation exploring faith, resilience, doubt, and God's presence in the midst of life's greatest challenges.
Scott Winters is a strong advocate for Christianity in Hollywood, Scott founded Merciful, a nonprofit that empowers at-risk communities in the U.S. and around the world, from anger management classes at Terminal Island to earthquake relief in Haiti.

Thursday, October 15
7:00 pm | Parish Hall

Tickets: $35 includes talk, book, wine & charcuterie.

Have you ever wondered what it's like to discover a new species in the Amazon, cross the Gobi Desert by camel, or explore some of the world's most remote places? Join us for an unforgettable evening of Bob’s breathtaking stories and visuals from nearly five decades of scientific expeditions, stunning photography, while you enjoy wine, charcuterie, and a signed copy of his new book, “Travels on the Edge.”

Monday, October 19
7:00 pm | Living Room

Join us for a quiet evening of "Resting in God" as we meditate on text and image.  We will explore a poem or scripture passage through Lectio Divina and a painting through Visio Divina. Sponsored by Arts & the Spirit.

Tuesdays, Oct. 20,
Nov. 3 & 17, Dec. 1 & 15
12:00 pm | Living Room

Centering Prayer is a modern method of Christian meditation offering a break from information overload with quiet spiritual refreshment. From ancient times until now, silent, wordless prayer has been a way to experience a deep openness, resting in God’s presence. Newcomers are welcome to our hour-long gathering for discussion, reflection and silent prayer. 

Thursday, October 22 
7:00 pm | Parish Hall
Tickets: $30 includes talk, book, wine & charcuterie.

“Why Are Women So Hard on Themselves?” Come learn how to: quiet negative self-talk, stop comparing yourself to others, reconnect with your kind mind, live with courage and authenticity. It promises to be a meaningful, eye-opening evening—and a gift to yourself.

Friday, October 23
6:00 pm | Parish Hall 
$10 per person/ $25 per family. Pay cash or Venmo at the door.

Join Rev Tim and Deacon Susie for a frightfully fun evening of pizza, bingo, treats, and great prizes! Kids and fun-loving adults are invited to come in costume for a festive night of laughter, friendly competition, and community.

Saturday, October 24
5:00 pm | Main Sanctuary

Alistair Reid MA FRCO has an international career as an organist and conductor. He currently serves as Director of Music at St Joseph’s Church Yorkville on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. A graduate of the University of Oxford, Alistair has enjoyed a longstanding association with Christ Church Greenwich, where he served as Organ Scholar from 1997 to 1998. Alistair has given recitals at venues including Notre-Dame de Paris, Westminster Abbey, St Paul’s Cathedral, Washington National Cathedral, the Cathedral of St John the Divine, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Sunday, October 25
11:15 am | Parish Hall

It’s everyone’s favorite outreach event! Volunteer for a two-hour, hands-on event to pack, sort and box food to distribute to the hungry. Working in teams you will measure, sort, and pack food into portioned bags for distribution to food emergencies worldwide.

Monday, October 26
Tickets:
$75 Meet & Greet Reception, includes his book for signing
OR
$40 includes his book and the talk

The 250th anniversary of this nation's founding is an opportunity for both celebration and reflection about who we are, where we came from, what our forebears believed, and what they were willing to die for, the most profound question any person can ask themselves. Rick Atkinson, author of New York Times #1 bestsellers on American military history, discusses the myths and realities of the American Revolution, and the founders who fought for our independence.

Tuesday, October 27
12:00 - 1:00 pm | Dogwood Mezzanine

What is the American Dream and why do people risk their lives to try to attain it? The novel follows Jende Jonga, an immigrant chauffeur from Cameroon working for an executive at Lehman Brothers just as that firm is collapsing. Behold the Dreamers received critical acclaim and several awards, was an Oprah Book Club pick and was translated into eleven languages.

Book available at Dogwood. Sponsored by Becoming Beloved Community.

Thursday, October 29
7:00 pm | Tomes-Higgins House

Whether your best friend is a horse, dog, cat, or another beloved companion, turn your favorite photo into a one-of-a-kind work of art! You'll be guided step-by-step in creating a portrait, no artistic experience is needed—just bring a favorite photo and enjoy a fun, laughter-filled evening with friends. $25, registration required.

Sunday, November 1
5:00 pm | Main Sanctuary

The Christ Church Singers will sing Maurice Duruflé’s Requiem in this, the eightieth birthday year of the composer. This moving service will also include the recitation of the parish necrology, naming those in our community who died in the past year.

Tuesdays, Nov. 3 & Dec. 1
5:30 pm | Via Zoom

If you are caring for an aging parent, spouse, or family member you can share experiences and connect with others about the unique challenges of caregiving.

Wednesdays: Nov. 4 & Dec. 2

Sign up to provide part of a meal for 20 women at Inspirica, an Emergency Women's Shelter in Stamford on the first Wednesday of every month. Drop off at the Parish Office by 3:00 pm on the date you chose to volunteer. 

Thursday, November 5
6:30 pm | Dogwood Mezzanine

Harriet Tubman made a harrowing escape from slavery and went on to liberate hundreds of enslaved persons through the Underground Railroad. Join us as we watch her story in the film, Harriet followed by a brief discussion.

Saturday, November 14
9:00 am | Parish Hall

Help sort, fold, and organize all of the donated clothing before it gets donated to the families at Liberations.

Sunday, November 15
5:00 pm | Main Sanctuary

Sung by the St Cecilia Choir of Girls and the Christ Church Choirmen

The dimmed church will be covered with candles for this Festival of Lights Evensong. Music by Smith, and Herbert Howells’ majestic setting of the evening canticles, written for King’s College, Cambridge. The anthem is The Souls of the Righteous, a moving anthem in memory of all the saints, by Geraint Lewis.

Sunday, November 15
6:00 pm | Parish Hall

Every year Christ Church shares a Thanksgiving feast of turkey, mashed and sweet potatoes, salads, and pumpkin and apple pie with the families of Neighbor to Neighbor. It’s the time of year to sit together, and remember why we give thanks this year. Adults (age 13 & up) $25, Children (age 12 and under) free.

Sunday, November 29
1st Sunday of Advent

Each year the Children’s Ministry sponsors a Christmas Giving Tree in the glass hallway that gives toys to children in need. Pluck a tag off the tree and return with the gift attached to it. Please drop-off in the Parish Office with the tag attached. 

Sunday, November 28
11:15 am | Parish Hall

Bring the whole family to  decorate gingerbread and build an Advent wreath, or take home a wreath making kit (available 8 am -12 pm). The kits include candles, a styrofoam base, boxwood leaves, and are available for $35 each.

Sunday, November 29
5:00 pm | Main Sanctuary

As we begin our preparations for Christmas, please join us for this magnificent annual Advent Procession with Carols. Through scripture, anthems, and Advent hymns we meditate on the story of the promise of salvation through the birth of Christ. This service will include music by Jamie Hitel, Boris Ord, and Jonathan Vaughn.

Sunday, November 29
6:00 - 6:30 pm | Circular Driveway

Gather again like ol’ times at the Christmas tree lighting. Snacks, hot apple cider and singing ‘round the tree as we count down one-two-three! Come as you are, open to all.

Wednesday, December 2
2:00 pm | Tomes-Higgins House

Gather with friends old and new to sing Christmas carols in the beautifully decorated Tomes-Higgins House. We will serve tea, coffee, and a delicious variety of cookies, treats, and appetizers. No RSVPs needed. All ages welcome! 

Friday, December 4
6:00 pm | Tomes-Higgins House

Step into the warmth and joy of our old-fashioned Christmas celebration! Gather around tables filled with traditional holiday food favorites, enjoy eggnog, sing beloved Christmas carols led by Randall Atcheson, and celebrate the season with friends old and new. Tickets: $20 per person. Hosted by the Gatherings Committee.

Saturday, December 5
9:00 am | Parish Hall

Help us bring Christmas cheer to homebound parishioners! Donate holiday cookies and treats (drop off in parish office during the week), volunteer to put the cookies in decorative boxes, and/or deliver the boxes to local addresses. Who wouldn’t love to get some special treats at Christmas time?  Sponsored by Christ Church Cares.

Monday, December 7
7:00 pm | Living Room

Join us to consider poetical language used around the advent season. We will read and reflect on some favorite poetry and try our hand at writing a few lines. Come see what inspires you! Sponsored by Arts & the Spirits.

Thursday, December 10
7:00 pm | Tomes-Higgins House

Get in the Christmas spirit and join Deacon Susie and Laurel Scarlata for this annual women’s ministry holiday gathering. They will show you how to make a Christmas Yule Log centerpiece out of evergreens, berries, and ribbon in a birch log to display in your own home. No experience necessary. 

Sunday, December 13
11:15 am | Parish Hall

Celebrate the season with your Christ Church Greenwich friends, old and new. During this delicious brunch you will hear from program leaders about the plans to rejuvenate and expand parts of our campus because we are BURSTING AT THE SEAMS! No reservations needed. Free for all members.

Sunday, December 13
5:00 pm | Main Sanctuary
Performed by the St Cecilia Choir of Girls, accompanied by harp

As we navigate through the season of Advent in anticipation of the Savior’s birth, we invite you to immerse yourself in this meditative and mystical celebration of Expectation. Reception to follow.

Tuesday, December 15
7:00 pm | Main Sanctuary

Jonathan Vaughn performs Olivier Messiaen’s epic Christmas meditation on the Nativity of our Lord on our Harrison & Harrison organ, interspersed with readings from W.H.Auden’s “For the time being: A Christmas Oratorio”. Free admission

Sunday, December 20
10:00 am | Main Sanctuary

The Christ Church Christmas Pageant is a long-standing tradition and beloved by all. Nearly 100 children will be angels, kings, lambs, shepherds, Mary and Joseph as they reenact the story of Christ’s birth. Sing Silent Night as the lights go down and Joy to the World!

Christmas Pageant Reception to follow
11:15 am | Parish Hall

Everyone is welcome! Please bring a plate of Christmas cookies and/or treats.

Sunday, December 20
5:00 pm | Main Sanctuary

Join the Combined Choirs of Christ Church Greenwich for Carols by Candlelight (also known as a Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols), inspired by the world-renowned King’s College Chapel in Cambridge, England. We invite you to join us as we retell the timeless story of Christ’s birth in Bethlehem. Consider inviting a friend, as this can be your meaningful Christmas gift to them.

Monday, December 21
5:00 pm | Main Sanctuary

The holidays can be difficult for those who are grieving, lonely, or carrying heavy burdens. This gentle service of prayer, scripture, music, and healing offers a quiet place to find comfort, hope, and the reassuring presence of God during the Christmas season.