Christ Church Summit

Love and Faith Alliance (LAFA)
2025-01-19 11:30 - 12:30 UTC
Christ Church’s LGBTQIA+ group, Love & Faith Alliance (LAFA), will be meeting Sunday, January 19 @11:30 in the Acker Conference Room off of Barnwell Hall.
Please join us for a time of fellowship and planning for 2025. For more information, please contact us at LAFA@ChristChurchSummit.org.

Organ Recital (12/15/24)
2024-12-15 18:00 - 20:00

Rev. Chuck Rush 30th Anniversary Brunch
2024-12-15 11:00 - 13:00

Advent Workshop (12/8/24)
2024-12-08 11:00 - 13:00
ADVENT WORKSHOP!
Our annual Advent Workshop will take place after worship on Sunday, December 8th.
We will gather for craft projects, lunch and a carol sing!
We will have a chilli/soup lunch and dessert.
Invite a friend and join in on the fun.

Suggested donation is $10/adult, $5/child

Evening Quest (11/19/24)
2024-11-19 19:15 - 21:00
Evening Quest: The women’s quest group will meet on Tuesday, November 19th at 7:15pm in Lile Hall.
We will listen to and discuss the podcast, The Next Right Thing.
If you would like to be added to the email reminder list for updates, send a note to Krista Witkowski at kristago@yahoo.com.

Speaking Your Truth: A Talk With Bernie Wagenblast (11/17/24)
2024-11-17 11:15 - 12:00

All Church Retreat 2024
2024-09-27 18:00 - 2024-09-29 10:00
The All-Church Retreat will be held September 27-29, 2024 in Ocean Grove, NJ. Our theme will be “Practicing the Presence of God.” We will gather with Christ Church people of all ages to engage in activities that help us practice God’s presence in our lives and enjoy a lovely weekend at the shore.

To register for this event, please send an email to Julie at revjy@ccsnj.org and mail or drop off a check to the church by Friday, September 20. The cost for adults is $225, and the cost for children is $50. The rooms each have 2 twin beds, with connecting rooms available for families with children. Bathrooms are on the hall, with a couple of semi-private bathrooms available upon request. The cost for Saturday only is $150 for adults, $50 for children.

Our main programming will take place on Saturday, but for the full immersive experience, please plan to come on Friday evening after dinner and leave on Sunday morning – or enjoy a Sunday at the shore after the retreat ends!

Questions? Please contact Rev. Julie Yarborough at revjy@ccsnj.org or 973-769-5264.

What is Home? (9/15/24)
2024-09-15 15:00 - 17:00 | Lile Hall, 561 Springfield Ave, Summit, NJ, 07901, United States

Love and Faith Alliance
2024-09-15 11:30 - 12:45
Christ Church’s LGBTQIA+ group, Love and Faith Alliance (LAFA), will be meeting on Sunday, Sept 15th @ 11:30 AM in the Acker Conference Room off of Barnwell Hall.
If you know someone interested in joining the group or have questions, please contact us at LAFA@christchurchsummit.org or see John Tkacz or Greg Huff.
We look forward to seeing everyone after a fun-filled summer and a time of sharing, prayer and reunion from our summer break

Repair Cafe (9/14/24)
2024-09-14 11:00 - 15:00
The Repair Café is returning to Christ Church on Saturday September 14 from 11:00 am – 3 pm.
Bring your beloved but broken lamps, textiles, dull knives, PC
computers, wooden furniture and bicycles for new life.
Donations for the fix are optional but welcome.
Please limit your repairs to two items and arrive no later than 2:30.

1946: The Mistranslation That Changed A Culture
2024-06-30 12:30 - 15:00
As part of our LGBTQIA+ Pride Month celebrations, Christ Church of Summit presents a screening of the film, 1946: The Mistranslation That Changed A Culture, on Sunday, June 30 at 12:30pm. The 92-minute documentary takes an in-depth look at how the mistranslation in 1946 of a single word in the Bible – homosexual – created a devastating ripple effect that is still impacting our culture today. Meticulous research, never-before-seen archives, contextual scholarship and meaningful personal stories make 1946: The Mistranslation That Changed A Culture a film that you won’t want to miss. Prior to the screening a few brief remarks will be given, including from the leadership of the newly formed Love & Faith Alliance (LAFA), the first LGBTQIA+ group at Christ Church. A brief open discuss with follow after the movie with Rev. Chuck Rush.
The film screening will be free and held in the sanctuary of the church.
Christ Church is located at 561 Springfield Ave, Summit, NJ.
www.ChristChurchSummit.org
For additional information about LAFA: LAFA@christchurchsummit.org .

To learn more about the film: https://www.1946themovie.com/.

New Member Sunday (6/23/24)
2024-06-23 10:00 - 11:00
Our next New Member Sunday will be held on June 23rd.
If you are interested in joining the church or learning more about becoming a member, please contact Rev. Julie Yarborough revjy@ccsnj.org or Laura Engelhardt at laura1920@me.com.

Fall Civil Rights Pilgrimage October 22-27, 2024
2024-06-22 10:00 - 22:00
Fall Civil Rights Pilgrimage
Rev. Julie will be leading a second tour of Civil Rights sites in Birmingham, Selma, Montgomery and Atlanta from October 22 – 27, 2024.
The cost of $1271.99 listed in the flyer above includes hotels, breakfasts, museum fees, speaker honorariums, coach bus transportation, tour guides and tips. There will be supplemental fees for group airline travel and additional meals.
Deposits for the tour and airplane tickets are due by Saturday, June 22, 2024.
Friends are welcome!
For more information and instructions for registering, please contact Rev. Julie at revjy@ccsnj.org.

Juneteenth Gospel Brunch (6/16/24)
2024-06-16 10:00 - 13:00
If you enjoyed last year’s celebration, you will want to join us again for our Juneteenth Gospel Brunch with amazing voices and awesome food.
SUNDAY, JUNE 16 – 10 AM,
Christ Church Summit, 561 Springfield Ave. Summit SUGGESTED DONATION $25.

Drag Show
2024-06-09 16:00 - 19:00
Come celebrate Pride month with us at Beacon!

Join us for an all ages drag performance featuring Lady Celestina, Octavia Anyae, and Desiree Moonshine. DJ Mikey Mo will be providing the music.

This event is co-sponsored by Christ Church Summit and Fountain Baptist Church in Summit. All are Welcome!
There is no charge to attend so bring your friends and family!

#CELEBRATION #PRIDEMONTH

Pride Sunday (6/9/24)
2024-06-09 10:00 - 11:00

NYC Slavery and Underground Walking Tour
2024-06-08 10:00 - 12:30
NYC Slavery and Underground RR Walking Tour
Join us on Saturday, June 8th from 10:00 am-12:30 pm for a walking tour in NYC.
Cost: $40 per person
RSVP to revjy@ccsnj.org

Christ Church Annual Meeting and Picnic
2024-06-02 10:00 - 14:00
SAVE the DATE!
Our Christ Church Picnic and Annual Meeting: will be on Sunday, June 2nd immediately following the service.
Cost: $15 per adult, $5 per child
Volunteers are needed to help with the picnic. Please contact Brenda at brenda@ccsnj.org.

Age-ing and Sage-ing (5/19/24)
2024-05-19 12:00 - 13:30
Age-ing & Sage-ing: Zoom conversation Sunday, May 19th @ 12:00 pm.
We will explore what goes on in these later years of life.
What are the ups and downs? What gives life meaning?
What discoveries are waiting to reveal themselves? What is the latest research on the aging process?
Any “ager” welcome. If you would like to be a part of this sharing, email Leigh Rosoff at rleigh95@aol.com

Love and Faith Alliance - LGBTQIA+ group
2024-05-19 11:30 - 12:45
Christ Church’s LGBTQIA+ group, Love and Faith Alliance (LAFA), will be meeting this Sunday, May 19th @ 11:30-12:45 in the Acker Conference Room off of Barnwell Hall. If you know someone interested in joining the group or have questions, please contact us at LAFA@christchurchsummit.org or see John Tkacz or Greg Huff.
We are excited to share about next month’s PRIDE activities and events.

Easter Sunday Service
2024-03-31 10:00 - 11:00

Maundy Thursday 7:30 PM
2024-03-28 19:30 - 20:30

Intergenerational Service Event 3/16/24
2024-03-16 11:30 - 13:30
Join us for a Christ Church Intergenerational Service Event at the Community Food Bank of NJ!
On Saturday, March 16 we will gather at Christ Church and carpool to CFBNJ in Hillside to sort and pack food for distribution across New Jersey.
The Community Food Bank of New Jersey, a member of Feeding America, provides people across the state with food, help, and hope. Last year CFBNJ distributed enough food for more than 85 million nutritious meals.
This event is open to ages 12 and up. Our volunteer shift begins at 11:30 am and will end at approximately 1:30 pm.
Sign up by March 5th
Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the shift. Limited parking is available on-site. If you would like to carpool, please email Cynthia Mathis at cjmathis@verizon.net.
This is an active volunteer experience, so please wear sneakers and long pants. We are limited to 25 volunteers; sign up today! Questions? Please contact Brenda at brenda@ccsnj.org.

Love and Faith Alliance - LGBTQIA+ group
2024-02-18 11:30 - 12:45, 2024-01-21 11:30 - 12:45
Christ Church’s LGBTQIA+ group, Love and Faith Alliance (LAFA for short)
In person meetings will be held every third Sunday of the month in the Acker Conference room off of Barnwell Hall from 11:30 am -12:45 pm.
All are welcome!
Please contact Madison for more information at madison@christchurchsummit.org

Kirk Johnson Book Signing (2/18/24)
2024-02-18 11:00 - 13:00
Join us February 18th at 11 am as we celebrate Black History Month with our own Rev. Dr. Kirk Johnson and his latest book, The Anti-Racism Resource Guide Volume One.

We’ll be showing the documentary “How America’s Legacy of Racial Terror Still Affects Black Wealth“, followed by a Q&A session and the book signing with Kirk Johnson

Ash Wednesday Service
2024-02-14 19:00 - 19:30
Come join us on February 14 at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary for a time of music meditation and reflection as we begin the Lenten season.

Board Games and Bagels
2024-01-28 11:00 - 13:00
Board Games and Bagels!
Come one and all to play games with fellow church members after service on January 28th.
We will have a variety of games available, or you can bring your own to share.
We will have games for all ages, so plan to join the fun at this intergenerational event!

Progressive Dinner January 27, 2024
2024-01-27 18:00 - 22:00
Save the Date! Progressive Dinner January 27, 2024:
The Progressive Dinner is our biggest social event of the year!
We’ll start at 6pm with appetizers at the Garvey home, 2 Warwick Road, Summit, then head to Dinner at 8pm at host homes. Please confirm your attendance with Penny Vigilante at pvigilante1@gmail.com or with Brenda in the church office by Friday, January 19. This is a wonderful social event in the life of Christ Church. Please join us. You’ll be glad you did!

Exploring Reparations (Jan 9,16,23)
2024-01-23 20:00 - 21:30
Exploring Reparations: Christ Church has won a grant to participate in a national Sacred Reckonings workshop. Those who participate will explore the history of colonization and systemic racism as it applies to our own context and begin the work of participating in a reparation practice of some sort. The sessions will take place on Zoom:
Friday, Nov 17, 2023 from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Saturday, Nov 18, 2023 from 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
TUESDAYS Jan 9, 16 and 23, 2024 from 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
You must commit to attend all the sessions.
If you would like to participate, please email Rev. Julie Yarborough at revjy@ccsnj.org
