On Oct. 17th from 5 P.M. - 8 P.M. join Fr. Bill to serve ice cream, help children select costumes from our September item of the month, and most importantly - share joy! Through the month of September we're collecting costumes for the children currently residing in the Lighthouse Emergency Family Shelter. At the ice cream party, you will help them choose their costume so they can experience the joy and fun of Halloween. Register here: ccc-info.org/LHparty
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In collaboration with Christopher Furlong, Director of Security at Cranbrook Educational Community (CEC), we are implementing an approach to campus safety that mirrors the system already in place at CEC. This collaboration allows both of our organizations to benefit from the synergy of shared best practices and coordination between our communities. Specifically, we will share a Standard Response Protocol system, which will establish common terminology and emergency response plans. Additionally, we will be implementing regular ALICE training (Alert, Lockdown, Inform,…
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Join us to Trick or Treat, enjoy dinner, and decorate cookies. This event will take place in the Christ Church Cranbrook parking lot. Decorate your trunk, bring candy, wear a costume & join us for fun!
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Don't miss this "Halloween-themed" forum series as Dr. Brandon Grafius, academic dean of Ecumenical Theological Seminary, guides us on a conversation between the Bible and horror, and argues there’s more horror in the Bible than we might think--and more theology in horror than we might expect! Based on his new book "Scared by the Bible: The Roots of Horror in Scripture," the conversation will center on how we read horrifying texts, why they scare us and what our fears reveal…
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Whether you’re looking for a new spiritual home, are new to Christ Church Cranbrook, or have been coming for years but still feel new; join us to meet the clergy, hear about our mission & vision, and ask those burning questions. All are welcome! We'll meet in the Library after church.
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What does it mean to be trans? What’s up with pronouns? How can I ask questions without being offensive? Hear from parishioner and staff member Viv Asztalos as she shares about her journey and these questions. Join us for dinner and come learn with us! Reserve your seat here.
Find out more »Don't miss this "Halloween-themed" forum series as Dr. Brandon Grafius, academic dean of Ecumenical Theological Seminary, guides us on a conversation between the Bible and horror, and argues there’s more horror in the Bible than we might think--and more theology in horror than we might expect! Based on his new book "Scared by the Bible: The Roots of Horror in Scripture," the conversation will center on how we read horrifying texts, why they scare us and what our fears reveal…
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The Christ Church Choir leads festive music to observe one of the greatest feast days of the church year. Choral music includes the grand Communion Service in F Major by 20th-century British composer Harold Darke, and two sublime anthems by contemporary composers: "There is a land of pure delight" by Grayston Ives, and "The souls of the righteous are in the hand of God" by Geraint Lewis.
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Sign-up here: ccc-info.org/101 Exploring Christ Church Cranbrook as a spiritual home? Want to learn more about our worship, beliefs and traditions? Interested in possible membership or confirmation? Longtime member looking to deepen your faith? ALL are welcome to join us for a fun and engaging orientation to Christ Church Cranbrook as well as The Episcopal Church. Guests welcome! Questions welcome! Childcare available! Each Sunday we’ll explore a different topic. Come to as few or as many as you can! Each week we’ll…
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A special service that provides you with a profound space to remember those who have died and be assured of the love of God, transcending death. The choir presents the a cappella Requiem by 20th-century composer Herbert Howells, a deeply personal piece that helped him through his own grief at the loss of his son. Be assured, you will leave with a hope that is greater than the world can provide. The service also includes a reading of the names…
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