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.
Retreats & Events
Day retreats, weekend retreats, and other special events.
Practicing Peace Day Retreat
Saturday, February 7, 10:00 am to 2:30 pm
Join us for a day apart to create room for connection and community as we consider how to practice peace as a community, and stand in the gap using our voices and resources to make a difference. Find out more information here.
ABIDE Weekend Retreat
Friday through Sunday, March 13-15
Join us for a weekend upstate in Cornwall-on-Hudson for a meaningful chance to connect in community, in contemplation, and in curiosity through worship, workshops, campfires, and unprogrammed time in nature with community. Find out more information here.
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.
Faith Forum Sunday mornings
Sundays from 10:00 to 11:00 am on the Fourth Floor
A Modern Take on the Classic Sunday School: Join us on Sunday mornings for various seasons throughout the year for chances to learn and grow in community. Show up any of the Sundays below! No sign up required.
Zoom links and more information are available here.
Winter Faith Forum (Jan. 18 - Feb. 1)
Theme: The Minor Christian 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.
The Bridge Wednesday nights
Wednesdays from 6:00 to 8:00 pm in Phillips Hall
Launches in Lent on February 25
The Bridge is a new weeknight program at Christ Church NYC that sets space for lives, stories, and spirit to meet. Following a light supper at 6:00pm, each week offers learning and growth through a centering moment of worship and formative small group conversation.
The Path We Share (Feb. 25 - Mar. 25)
The Bridge launches with a Lenten series called The Path We Share. In our centering moments and small group curriculum, we will both learn about the New Testament book 1 Corinthians and how its conversation about ancient community life can help us think about the path we share as a church today. Registration is requested but not necessary for participation.
Regular Programming
We have opportunities to connect on Sundays and Wednesdays (almost) all year long.