Spiritual Life Commission
at Christ Church
The purpose of Spiritual Life Commission is to provide nourishment for our souls and to provide ways to strengthen our faith over the Church year.
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The SLC coordinates many programs throughout the year. For example, they organize the weekly Prayers of the People by members of the congregation for the Sunday services, as well as provide an annual inspirational theme for Christ Church.
During a typical year, they also sponsor an Advent Quiet Day, coordinate a Christmas Gathering in Old Brick, present a Lenten Reflection Day, organize a 5-week, Wednesday Night Lenten Supper Series with invited presenters, curate, and publish a yearly Lenten Meditation Book (more than 75 pages this past year), as well as design and host a weekend family retreat in October at the DuPont Center in Rehoboth, Delaware.
Through these gatherings, the SLC aims to help build community and inspiration around each and every Christ Church parishioner. If you would like to know more or learn how you can be a part of the SLC in the future, please email us.
"Reaching Out in Faith"
CHRIST CHURCH'S SPIRITUAL LIFE THEME FOR 2025
Inspired by Mark 5:30
Jesus was certain that he hadn't simply been jostled accidentally in the press of the crowd. He'd been touched purposefully by a hand reaching out in eager faith, and he felt energy go out from him (Mark 5:30).
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We all remember the meaningful times and individual connections that we have had throughout our lives, which drew us closer to God. Times when we hungered for His presence in our lives. When we were desperate with loneliness, an aching heart that no one else could satisfy. We often seek for His peace and the feeling of completion. We need relief from unending restlessness. Christ provides that quiet and closeness that is so desired. We hope to share our Spiritual journeys.
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This year, we hope to bring other friends, neighbors, and acquaintances into our midst to introduce them to a community of caring and faith. Service to others in need in our surrounding suburban areas reveals that need is everywhere if your eyes and hearts are open.
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We offer opportunities to reflect and discuss our faith during:
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Weekly Book Club discussions on Thursday evenings
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The opportunity to compose the Prayers of the People
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Reflection Days during Advent and Lent
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Compilation of Christ Church’s Lenten Meditation Book
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Five-week Wednesday Evening Lenten Series with Guest Speakers
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and during our Springtime Rehoboth Retreat from May 2-4, 2025
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We hope you can join us as we explore and strengthen our faith over the coming year.
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to learn more about the Christ Church Spiritual Life Commission,
or how you can become a part of this or another ministry,