Thursdays, 4:45 - 5:30 pm
March 12, 19, April 16, 23, 30, & May 7
Parish Hall & Main Sanctuary

Holy Communion series preparation for children in 1st grade and up. We will bake bread, go on a church scavenger hunt, make banners and take part in an instructed Eucharist, all while exploring the sacraments of Baptism and Holy Communion. Graduation Celebration at 10 am service on May 10. 
Questions? Contact Deacon Susie. smcniff@christchurchgreenwich.org

Thursday, March 12
7:00 - 8:00 pm | Tomes-Higgins House 

Join us for a joyful evening as Arty Party guides us through a creative painting experience filled with laughter, connection, and fellowship accompanied by some Irish themed food and Irish Soda Bread! The $15 fee includes all food and materials—just bring your friends and your fun! 

Sunday, March 15
11:15 am - 12:00 pm | Parish Hall

The remarkable and inspiring story of how, after a twenty-year journey through China’s ancient heartland, Ricci became the first Westerner welcomed into the Forbidden City— and earned lasting admiration as a Confucian scholar. 

Greenwich resident Robert Henrey is an Oxford graduate and former head of Coopers & Lybrand’s International Tax Consulting Practice. He and his wife have lived and traveled extensively throughout Asia, deepening his lifelong interests in linguistics, history, and comparative religion. Ordained a deacon more than forty years ago, he continues his ministry with Saint Catherine’s in Riverside while writing and lecturing, including his recent work Shen’s Unlikely Journey.

Sunday, March 15
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Chapel

Please join us for a discussion about how church seating has evolved over the last 500 years and may evolve in the future!

Luke Hughes studied History of Architecture at Cambridge University and has, for the last 45 years, specialized in designing and making furniture for sensitive architectural settings. These include 62 Oxford and Cambridge colleges, Yale, Harvard and Georgetown Universities, 28 cathedrals, more than 150 parish churches and nine synagogues in the United Kingdom and the United States.

Luke designed new furniture for the UK Supreme Court in 2009, the clergy furniture that sits over the Cosmati Pavement (and used for the Coronation) in Westminster Abbey, as well as the new furnishings for the Chapels of Saint John and Saint Peter ad Vincula in the Tower of London.

Luke is assisting Christ Church and Centerbrook Architects explore furniture options for the Chapel renovation, as well as for the conversion of the Parish House into the Center for Music and Youth.

Sunday, March 15
5:00 - 6:00 pm 

The Choir of Men & Boys and the St Cecilia Choir of Girls present a special Choral Evensong, featuring Batten’s Fourth Service and God so loved the world by Stainer. 

Thursday, March 19
7:00 pm | Parish Hall

Join us for an intimate conversation between author Rick Hamlin and his son, Rev. Tim Hamlin. Drawing on Jesus' most radical and grace-filled teachings, the book helps us to live with less anxiety, greater compassion, and hope in this anxious world. It's an evening of faith, family, and the kind of honest, searching conversation we love at Christ Church Greenwich.

Sunday, March 22
11:15 am - 12:00 pm

“On the Front Lines of the U.S. - China Relationship” 

Nicholas Burns served as U.S. Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China from 2021–2025. He will discuss the many challenges in our highly competitive relationship with Xi Jinping’s China. Ambassador Burns has had a long career in American diplomacy as a career Foreign Service Officer serving six Presidents and nine Secretaries of State from both parties. He will speak at the invitation of parishioner Dick Schulze, his wife’s cousin. Photo credit: Grace DuVal/Harvard University 

Sunday, March 22 
5:00 - 6:00 pm 

Rob Mathes and his band are back to lead Joyful Noise! Join us for a casual and uplifting come-as-you-are eucharist worship service. We’ll sing, pray, and have communion together. 

Monday, March 23
5:00 - 5:30 pm | Chapel 

Enter into the quiet beauty of a Lenten Taizé Service, a contemplative time of prayer and meditative music. Rooted in the tradition of the Taizé Community in France, this simple service weaves together gentle chants, scripture, silence, and prayer to create a peaceful space for reflection during the Lenten season. All are welcome. Come as you are and enter the quiet.

Saturday, March 28 
10:30 am - 12:00 pm | Dogwood Mezznine

Join the Arts & the Spirit Committee to create your own prayer aid representing the 40 days of Lent. We will offer a variety of beads and prayers so you may select your own set! Advance registration is not required. Also, be on the lookout for our Soul Collage and Icon Creation workshops coming soon. 

Sunday, March 29

8 am 
Holy Eucharist | Chapel 

10:00 am
Gather outside in the Circular Drive for the annual Palm Parade with donkeys accompanied by bagpipes and enter into the church for the Holy Eucharist.

5:00 pm 
Palm Sunday Meditation: Stainer’s Crucifixion. The Christ Church Singers present Stainer’s Crucifixion, directed by Dr Philip Moore, with Jonathan Vaughn at the Harrison & Harrison organ. Join us for this powerful and moving start to Holy Week. 

Wednesday, April 1
5:30 to 6:30 pm | Zoom 

Support group for those caring for someone at home. For Zoom link and any questions please contact Rev Suzy Post.

Thursday, April 2
7:30 - 8:30 pm 

Guest Preacher Bishop Michael Curry, Theologian-in-Residence. The most holy three days of the Christian calendar (the Triduum) begins at nightfall with this powerful service in which we remember Christ’s final meal with his disciples, the washing of their feet, and his anguished prayers in the garden of Gethsemane. Sung by the St Cecilia Choir of Girls and Altos from the Choir of Men & Boys, with music by Fauré, Duruflé, and Jamie Hitel. 

Friday, April 3
12:00 - 3:00 pm

Guest Preacher Bishop Michael Curry, Theologian-in-Residence. Join in the three hours as much or as little as you choose. 

12:00 pm
The Lamentations of Jeremiah - Thomas Tallis 
Gentlemen of the Choir perform Tallis’ moving and meditative setting of ‘The Lamentations of Jeremiah’ at the foot of the cross.

12:45 pm
The Liturgy of the Day 
The Christ Church Singers present the Liturgy of the Day, including music by Croce, John IV of Portugal, and the traditional spiritual Were you there when they crucified my Lord? arranged by Whitbourn. 

2:00 pm
Stabat Mater - Pergolesi 
The St Cecilia Choir of Girls concludes the Three Hours with this moving setting of the medieval poem ‘Stabat Mater’, set to music by Pergolesi. The girls will be accompanied by baroque strings and continuo.

Good Friday, April 3
4:00 - 4:45 pm 

Bring your children to a meaningful, age-appropriate journey through the Stations of the Cross. This helps young hearts connect with the story of Jesus’ final hours through simple reflections, gentle storytelling, and interactive moments designed just for them.

Saturday, April 4
7:30 - 8:30 pm

Guest Preacher Bishop Michael Curry, Theologian-in-Residence 

One of the most ancient liturgies of the church, we commemorate the resurrection of Christ by igniting the new Easter (paschal) flame; hearing the stories of God’s saving love through the generations; baptizing new Christians; and celebrating the first Eucharist of Easter. Begin the service outside for the lighting of the fire. The Christ Church Singers sing for the lighting of the Easter fire and the first Eucharist of Easter. Music includes a mass setting by Leighton, and anthems by Claude Means and Richard Shepherd

Sunday, April 5 

7:30 to 8:30 am
Sunrise Outdoor Eucharist
(Weather permitting) 
Eucharist, music, bagels & Peeps in front of the Tomes Higgins House with a small Easter Egg Hunt for young children after the service. In-person only. 

7:30 am
Holy Eucharist in the Chapel
In-person only 

9:00 am 
Festival Holy Eucharist Family Service Sung by the Choir of Men & Boys and the St. Cecilia Choir of Girls. 

Easter Egg Hunt starts right after the service ends with the Easter Bunny and over 5,000 Easter Eggs. 

11:00 am
Festival Holy Eucharist Sung by the Christ Church Choir of Men and Boys and Senior Girls accompanied by Easter brass and timpani. 

Sunday, April 12
After Messy Church
Parish Hall 

Pack brown bag lunches for our ministry partners at DOMUS. All ages are welcome to make sandwiches and assemble lunches for this important Stamford-based nonprofit. 

Sunday, April 12
11:15 am - 12:00 pm | Parish Hall 

“America at 250: What will Our Post-Trump World Look Like?” 

Everyone can agree that President Trump has profoundly altered our norms and institutions. His time in office has revealed so much about the public we did not understand. What will America look like when he is gone? Is there a path to a shared way of working and repairing what needs mending? 

Professor Susan Herbst is a University Professor of Political Science and President Emeritus at the University of Connecticut. A noted scholar of public opinion, media, and American politics, she has authored multiple books and previously held senior academic leadership roles, including Executive Vice Chancellor of the University System of Georgia. 

Sunday, April 12
5:00 - 6:00 pm | Chapel 

Come to this casual, uplifting Eucharist worship service series called “Joyful Noise.” The liturgy is led by our clergy and the sacred music is contemporary. 

Monday, April 13
12:00 - 1:00 pm | Chapel 

Open yourself to God’s presence with Centering Prayer. Take a break and experience quiet spiritual refreshment. Our hour-long gathering includes discussion, reflection and silence. Beginners welcome. 

Tuesday, April 14
6:30 pm | Dogwood Books

Join us for a free author talk and reception with Greenwich resident Deborah Goodrich Royce, discussing her newest psychological thriller, Best Boy, moderated by bestselling author Wendy Walker (Blade).

In this gripping novel, a woman with a seemingly perfect life receives a threatening letter from a man she doesn’t remember—unraveling a buried teenage identity and a past she thought was long behind her.

Thursday, April 16
7:00 - 8:00 pm 

Sunday, April 19 
11:15 am - 12:00 pm

“Recovering the Lost Origins of Biblical Words” 

Professor Joel Baden of Yale Divinity School offers a bold reexamination of well-known biblical passages, restoring their earliest and often overlooked meanings. His book challenges readers to encounter the Old Testament anew, with fresh insight into the text’s language, history, and intention. Professor Joel Baden is a leading scholar of the Hebrew Bible and Old Testament at Yale Divinity School. He is the author of numerous books and articles that illuminate how the Bible was written, edited, and interpreted. 

Ages 2 yrs - 3rd grade
June 15-19 and/or June 22-26

At Wild Wonder Nature Camp, kids will explore the world through nature, art, science, faith, music and fun outdoors on our beautiful 10-acre campus! We also have indoor, air-conditioned rooms for children to cool down on hot summer days.

Our counselors are Certified Full-time Nursery School Teachers with years of experience. We offer daily art, sports, music, water play, and nature activities for children. Space fills up quickly so please register your child for one or two weeks as soon as possible.

Registration:

• If you are a Christ Church Member or have a returning camper, please be sure to use the same email you used in the past. You will be asked to log in.

• If you are new to Wild Wonder Kids Camp, please contact Jean Tredinnick at jtredinnick@christchurchgreenwich.org who will help you with the registration process.

We look forward to having your child with us this summer!