SPIRITUAL FORMATION
SPIRITUAL FORMATION
At Christ Church NYC, we know that we can always grow in our love of God and neighbor. All year long, we host a variety of opportunities for spiritual formation that create space for curiousity and creativity as we learn, grow, and form our spiritual lives in community. Find out more about our special events and regular programming below, or contact Rev. Tyler Heston (Minister for Spiritual Formation and LGBTQIA+ Development) for more information.
Family Day Retreat (Sat., September 27, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm)
A special opportunity to connect in faith and community for families of children and youth.
Find out more information here.
ABIDE: Fall Retreat (Fri. - Sun., October 24-26)
A weekend upstate with the CCNYC community for worship, workshops, and unprogrammed time.
Find out more information & sign up now!
The Longest Night (Sun., December 21, at 5:30 pm)
A service making space for sacred presence within the difficult & dark moments of the holiday season.
Find out more information here.
Watch Night Service (Wed., December 31, at 6:30 pm)
Our annual covenant & renewal service inspired by John Wesley’s service started in 1740.
Find out more information here.
Weekend Retreats, Day Retreats, Workshops, and more.
Special Events
Our formation offerings for Children, Youth, and Families include weekly Sunday School, Confirmation Class, Parent Small Groups, and events for the whole family.
Find out more by reaching out to Lydia Prather, Director of Ministry for Children, Youth & Families, at lydia@christchurchnyc.org or by signing up for an email newsletter at christchurchnyc.online/families.
Regular Programming
Find out more about our regular Spiritual Formation opportunities for the 2025-2026 programming year below.
Faith Forum ⛪️
A Modern Take on the Classic Sunday School
Join us most Sundays at 10am on the 4th floor for seasonal chance to learn and grow in community.
Fall Faith Forum (Sept. 21 - Nov. 9)
Theme: A Biblical Perspective on Immigration.
Led by Katie Pagenkopf and Rev. Eric Park.
Advent Faith Forum (Nov. 30 - Dec. 21)
Theme: Advent’s invitation to peace with justice.
Led by Rev. Denise Smartt Sears.
Winter Faith Forum (Jan. 18 - Feb. 1)
Theme: The Lesser-Known Church Holidays
Led by Rev Tyler Heston.
Lenten Faith Forum (Feb. 22 - Mar. 29)
Theme: Ancient Approaches to Prayer
Led by Rev. Eric Park.
Spring Faith Forum (Apr. 19 - May 10)
Theme: Theologies of Resurrection
Led by Rev. Tyler Heston & Rev. Denise Smartt Sears.
Summer Faith Forum (Jun. 21 - Jul. 19)
Theme: Lay-led conversations on culture and theology.
More information TBA.
Wisdom Ways 📖
An Interactive Group Bible Study
Join us on Wednesdays from 6:15-7:30pm for a space to engage in conversation about Scripture, its history, and its potential for today.
Fall Wisdom Ways (October 1 - November 12)
Learn about different ways in which scripture has been read and re-read with Womanist Midrash by Wilda Gafney.
Winter Wisdom Ways (January 14 - February 11)
Learn about the women who led the ancient church in Corinth through Antoinette Wire’s scholarship.
Spring Wisdom Ways (April 15 - May 13)
Learn about stories in scripture about creative transformation with the book Making a Way Out of No Way by Monica Coleman.
Theology on Tap 🍻
Sip & Share at The Jeffrey
Join us at The Jeffrey NYC (311 E 60th St) at 6:30pm for a chance to gather with others in casual, guided conversation about a theological topic.
2025-2026 Dates:
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Tuesday, June 23, 2026