In this email, you’ll find information about the many educational opportunities, special worship services, social gatherings, and other events awaiting you at Christ Church, North Hills between now and November 2026. There’s a lot happening in a relatively short amount of time!

We encourage you to look everything over and mark your calendars. Please keep in mind that dates, times, and other details are subject to change and a few are yet to be finalized.

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And when you’re at church, be sure to check the monitor in the Narthex for upcoming event information and announcements.

We’re looking forward to an active and exciting fall at Christ Church. Welcome to a new program year!

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Fall 2026 — Key Dates at a Glance

SEPTEMBER

Wednesday, September 9 — Women in Discipleship begins • 1:30 p.m. • All meeting dates listed below

Thursday, September 10 — Choir rehearsals begin • 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, September 12 — Men’s Bible Study begins • 9:00 a.m. • All meeting dates listed below

Sunday, September 13 — Program Year Kick-Off! Adult Forum, Youth Forum, Nursery & Sunday School begin

Friday, September 18 — Fellowship Friday: Bingo • 7:00–8:30 p.m.

Sunday, September 27 — Oktoberfest & Youth Group Bottle Auction • Following the 10:00 a.m. service

OCTOBER

Sunday, October 4 — Adult Forum with Annie O’Brien • 9:00 a.m.

Sunday, October 4 — Blessing of the Animals • 10:00 a.m.

Sunday, October 18 — Fall Lecture Series Potluck: Dee Cirilli • Dinner 5:30 p.m.; program 6:15 p.m.

Saturday, October 24 — Women’s Retreat with the Canon Cathy Brall

Sunday, October 25 — Fall Lecture Series Potluck: Fr. Jack Brownfield • Dinner 5:30 p.m.; program 6:15 p.m.

NOVEMBER

Sunday, November 1 — All Saints’ Day

Sunday, November 1 — Fall Lecture Series Potluck: Vilmarie Lokay • Dinner 5:30 p.m.; program 6:15 p.m.

Sunday, November 8 — Chili Cook-Off

Sunday, November 8 — Fall Lecture Series Potluck: Eileen Sharbaugh • Dinner 5:30 p.m.; program 6:15 p.m.

Sunday, November 22 — Church Fathers & Mothers Adult Forum series concludes

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Worship Opportunities

Sunday Services are at 8:00 and 10:00 a.m. The 10:00 service is livestreamed each week on YouTube.

During the week we have Morning Prayer at 9:00 a.m. each weekday. It is livestreamed on Fr. Brandon’s YouTube Channel and linked to the Christ Church Facebook Page. Our Thursday edition of Morning Prayer is also held “in-person” in the chancel.

Special Worship Events

The Blessing of the Animals – On Sunday, October 4 we will hold the Blessing of the Animals at the 10:00 service. The service will be outdoors (weather permitting) and it is an opportunity for you to bring your friendly dogs and other beloved pets (whether in-person or by photo) to be blessed. This is the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. A special Adult Forum will be held at 9:00 a.m. Information can be found below in this email.

All Saints’ Day – The Feast of All Saints’ Day also falls on a Sunday – November 1 – this year. This is when we remember ALL saints – including those whom we have lost as a church family over the last year. All Saints’ Day is also a time set aside for Baptism for those who have not yet been baptized. If you are interested in the Sacrament of Baptism, please speak to Fr. Jack Brownfield.

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Formation Opportunities

Women in Discipleship – Begins Wednesday, September 9 – Continues their study of Walk in Love: Episcopal Beliefs & Practices (Gunn/Shobe) picking up with Chapter 8. The meetings are Wednesdays, September 9, 23; October 7, 21; November 4, 18; and December 16. Meeting Space: Multi-purpose Room, Education Building 1:30 p.m.

Choir Rehearsals begin Thursday, September 10 – 6:30 p.m.

Men’s Bible Study – Begins Saturday, September 12; The meetings are Saturdays, September 12, 26; October 10, 24; November 7, 21; December 5, 19. Meeting Space: Multi-purpose Room, Education Building 9:00 a.m.

Kick-off Sunday – September 13

Adult Forum – Church Fathers and Mothers – September 13 through November 22; 9:00 in the Multi-Purpose Room on the bottom floor of the Education Building (except October 4). – Discover the foundational voices of faith in this captivating series on the

Church Fathers and Mothers. Journey back to the early centuries with Fr. Jack, Fr. Brandon, and Ellen Seagraves to meet the brilliant theologians, courageous martyrs, and others who shaped Christian doctrine and practices. Uncover timeless wisdom, and connect with the roots of your faith history.

Youth Forum – A new welcoming Sunday School option for confirmed youth at Christ Church. There will be open, discussion-based conversations about faith, life and the challenges young people face today. Licensed therapists Elaine Malec and Chris Naccarelli will facilitate. Session 1: Is your parent “looks maxing”?

Nursery & Sunday School – Please read about our complete Sunday School Program on our website. CLICK HERE.

Fall Lecture Series – October/November

Sunday, October 4 – 9:00 a.m. – ADULT FORUM Ann (“Annie”) O’Brien, Chief Programs Officer for Animal Friends, will talk a little bit about her work in Animal Welfare. This is part of the Blessing of the Animals service.

POTLUCK SERIES – Evening Potluck Suppers – Dinner at 5:30 p.m. Presentation at 6:15 The church will provide dessert and beverages. Please bring a main dish, salad or side dish to share.

–Sunday, October 18 – Dee Cirilli will speak about her volunteer work at The Olive Branch in Wexford.

–Sunday, October 25 – Fr. Jack Brownfield – Faith Working through Love

–Sunday, November 1 – Vilmarie Lokay, Chief Program Manager for Casa San Jose

–Sunday, November 8 – Eileen Sharbaugh – Diocesan Episcopal Education Initiative

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Fellowship Events

Fellowship Fridays – September 18; 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. Kevin Gorski and Tim Whitford will host a Bingo night with snacks and beverages for all ages! Come enjoy an evening with friends and you may even win a prize!

Watch for more information about Fellowship nights in October and November to be announced soon!

Oktoberfest – Sunday, September 27 – Following the 10:00 service — Enjoy a delicious lunch put together by our crew of chefs of foods and beverages appropriate for this German tradition. The Youth Group will hold their annual Bottle Auction to raise funds. What will you win? A bottle of Champagne or A bottle of Shampoo?

Women’s Retreat – Saturday, October 24 – This year’s speaker – The Rev. Cn. Cathy Brall. More information coming soon.

Chili Cook-off – Sunday, November 8 – Following the 10:00 service — Let the competition begin! Think your chili considered the best? Put it up against your fellow parishioners’ recipes. Everyone will have the chance to try each one. Whose will be the hottest? The mildest? The meatiest? The Most Unique?

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This is a reminder that all items are subject to change as we move throughout the fall.

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