Parish Life

We invite you to stop by the Commons between the 9 & 11 a.m. services on Nov. 29 as we kick off Advent with coffee, fellowship, and Advent wreath to-go kits. We will also have Advent devotionals and craft activities for children.

Join Deborah Benton for a special Advent yoga class on Fridays, Dec. 4, 11, and 18 at 9:45 a.m. in the All Saints’ Room. This is not an exercise class, but a contemplative practice to prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ. In this busy season, set aside time to quiet the mind and body through soothing yoga poses and breathing. All are welcome, whether you haven’t done yoga in a while or are a seasoned practitioner. Come to one class or join us for all three.

Please join us from 5:30-6:30 p.m. for a Service Supper, an event for all ages! Our service project will support Filling in the Gaps (FIGS), which provides free prescription and over-the-counter medications and medical supplies to low-income, uninsured, and underinsured residents of Wake County. Sign up with your family to eat dinner and serve together. Pay online via this link or at the door – $8 per person; family cap of $32.

The Pantry Sale will be Sunday, Nov. 22 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., or until everything is sold out. Please note, this is the one day to purchase casseroles to stock your freezer for the upcoming holidays. All proceeds will go toward ECW outreach grants. Thank you for supporting our ministries!

All men of Christ Church are invited to a fellowship gathering on Sunday, Nov. 15 from 4:30-6 p.m in the parish hall. We will enjoy appetizers, beverages, and informal conversation. David Frazelle will introduce themes in men’s spirituality, and we will hear two speakers share stories about one of those themes. Cost to register is $15. Sign up via this link. Contact David Frazelle with questions at dfrazelle@ccral.org or 919-834-6259.

Stay tuned for information about the 2027 Vestry Election in November 2026.

Join us for a casual pizza dinner on Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. after Cherub Choir (on days when there isn’t a parish supper). Whether your child is in the choir or not, all are welcome to come enjoy pizza and fellowship. If you plan to join us, please RSVP via this link. There’s a suggested donation of $5/person at the door.

During the program year, join us for yoga with certified yoga instructor Lisa Hardesty, RYT-500, each Thursday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the All Saints’ Room. Bring your yoga mat and be prepared to move. All levels are welcome! Please contact Chip Dodd via jeandodd@aol.com with any questions.

Daughters of Christ Church is an event that brings our female parishioners together for an evening of fellowship. Stay tuned for our next event!

Lunch & Learn is a mid-day event created for fellowship and learning for our parishioners. We provide a variety of programs, both secular and religious, and both on campus and off-campus.

Stay tuned for our next event!

Summer 2025 marked the sixth season of our summer podcast series, featuring five parishioners interviewed by The Rev. Mary Davila. The theme was “Between Sundays,” highlighting how we spend our time Monday-Saturday. Visit this link to listen to the playlist.

Welcome! Throughout the year we invite visitors and our newest members to join us for receptions to meet fellow parishioners and our clergy. Check our calendar for event dates or contact The Rev. Paddy Cavanaugh (pcavanaugh@ccral.org) & The Rev. Winnie Smith Cavanaugh (wcavanaugh@ccral.org) to learn more.

Take a break from the routines of work, carpool, and errands and join us for fun and fellowship with other ladies at Christ Church. We get together a couple of times during the year at local restaurants to meet and mingle with one another. Check our calendar for event dates.

Contact Jenn Hogshead – jennhogshead@yahoo.com – to learn more.

Join us after work for drinks and fellowship with the men of Christ Church. Usually, we have two events during the year – a fall get-together and another one in the spring. In the fall, we gather at Milburnie Fishing Club for dinner and to catch up with one another. In the spring, we will meet at a local establishment for fellowship. Check our calendar for event dates.

Contact Joe Hogan – joeh@atlanticpkg.com – to learn more.

Group of adults, mostly ages 60 and older, who meet monthly in homes of members for dinner and fellowship. Contact Carleen Shaffer to learn more – lcjshaffer@yahoo.com.

Foyers is a unique opportunity to get to know other in members in our church in a smaller group for meals at member’s homes.

Episcopal Church Women (ECW) provides support and fellowship opportunities within our parish and hosts annual and biennial events and fundraisers. All women are automatically members of ECW and are encouraged to participate! Christ Church ECW is comprised of vibrant women of many talents, and there are many opportunities to become involved.

As our children grow up, life only begins to move faster. In the midst of school and activities, we can often miss the experience of faith development and a deeper understanding of relationship in the family. The hope is to allow a space where parents can stop and reflect on how we can help our children develop through communication and connection with their family and faith. Classes are offered periodically with a different guest speaker, target age group, and focus or theme.

Stay tuned for our next session!