Join us for our Holy Week observances on Palm Sunday; the Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday of Holy Week; Maundy Thursday; Good Friday; the Easter Vigil; and Easter Sunday. Follow along on Jesus’ journey — from acclaimed prophet to enemy of the state and, ultimately, Risen Lord — through the ancient rhythms of Christian liturgy and sacred music.
Listen to the sermon preached by the Rev. Ed Chinery on the Third Sunday in Lent, March 23, 2025. The scriptures for this service: Exodus 3:1-15; Psalm 63:1-8; 1 Corinthians 10:1-13; Luke 13:1-9.
This week, our rector marks the spring equinox with a reflection on balance, renewal, and our deep connection to the natural world. As light and dark meet in equal measure, we are invited to notice the beauty around us, trust in the Holy Gardener at work within us, and step boldly into new life. Included is a poetic blessing by Christine Valters Paintner to guide us into the season. Also: Join us this Sunday as we prepare bag lunches for our unhoused neighbors — an opportunity to share spring’s generosity in action!
Listen to the sermon preached by the Rev. Megan Sanders, chaplain to Downtown Canterbury for the Episcopal Diocese of New York, on the Second Sunday in Lent, March 16, 2025. The scriptures for this service: Genesis 15:1-12,17-18; Philippians 3:17-4:1; Psalm 27; Luke 13:31-35.
In this week’s newsletter, Mother Liz reflects on Jesus’ deep grief and longing as he laments over Jerusalem, using the image of a mother hen gathering her chicks — a scene depicted in a mosaic at the Dominus Flevit Church on the Mount of Olives. In the face of a broken world, we are reminded that God not only weeps for us but with us. Lent can be a season of lament, but also one of comfort and renewal, as we take shelter under God’s loving, mothering wings and find strength for the work ahead. On Sunday we are delighted to welcome the Rev. Megan Sanders as our guest preacher and forum leader! Mother Megan is chaplain to Canterbury Downtown and staff in charge of the Episcopal Diocese of New York’s Young Adult Network.
Listen to the sermon preached by the Rev. Liz Maxwell on the First Sunday in Lent, March 9, 2025. The scriptures for this service: Deuteronomy 26:1-11; Psalm 91:1-2, 9-16; Romans 10:8b-13; Luke 4:1-13.
This week, our rector reflects on the urgency of grace and the nearness of God’s love as we begin our Lenten journey. Drawing from Paul’s letters and the gospel’s assurance that the Word dwells among us, we are reminded that love is always within reach — and that now is the time to act. In a world filled with uncertainty, we are called to turn toward love, to engage with those around us, and to take even small steps toward justice and compassion.
Listen to the sermon preached by the Rev. Ed Chinery on Ash Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The scriptures for this service: Isaiah 58:1-12; Psalm 103:8-14; 2 Corinthians 5:20b-6:10; Matthew 6:1-6,16-21.
Listen to the sermon preached by the Rev. Liz Maxwell on the Last Sunday after the Epiphany, March 2, 2025. The scriptures for this service: Exodus 34:29-35; Psalm 99; 2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2; Luke 9:28-36.
This week, our rector reflects on the story of Jesus’ transfiguration — a radiant moment of divine revelation that offers a glimpse of how things truly are. In Malcolm Guite’s poem, which she shares, the light of Christ not only shines outward but also stirs within us, awakening hope and awareness. As we approach the last Sunday of Epiphany, we are invited to remember our own encounters with God’s presence, to notice holiness even in the ordinary, and to be strengthened by beauty, joy, and love for the journey ahead. Also this week: the Shrove Tuesday pancake supper; Ash Wednesday services; a special conversation Thursday evening with the Rev. Fadi Diab, rector of St. Andrew’s Church in Ramallah and St. Peter’s Church in Birzeit; and much more!