Sunday School runs from September through May and meets each Sunday at 8:50am during normal church hours. Children will join their parents for worship during the peace. Sunday School breaks for the summer, and we encourage parents to bring their children to church with them during that time. Sunday School introduces students to basic elements of scripture and Episcopal tradition, focusing on God’s love for us, loving each other and prayer. Older students will focus on growing a deeper understanding of scripture and tradition. Weekly lessons correspond to the scriptures read in church. Students also focus on local, regional and world outreach activities.All volunteers who work with our young people must take a Safe Church abuse protection and awareness program training. Please contact us if you are interested!

Pastoral Care Team

• Eucharistic Visitor (EV) is a trained layperson authorized to bring the consecrated bread and wine (Holy Communion) from a Sunday service to parishioners who are homebound, ill, or hospitalized, serving as a vital link providing spiritual comfort and connection to the worshipping community

 

• Parish Chaplains offer support and counseling to parishioners, including visiting the sick and homebound, and being present during times of need, celebration, and transition.

 

• A Stephen Minister is a trained layperson in a church who provides confidential, one-to-one Christian care to people facing difficult life situations like grief, divorce, job loss, or illness, focusing on listening and spiritual support rather than professional counseling, guided by strict confidentiality and supervision to bring Christ’s love to those hurting. They commit to regular meetings, ongoing training, and supervision, acting as a supportive presence for a care receiver as long as needed

The Ministry of Fun

• The name of this group says it all. Through their efforts, we have had many opportunities for fellowship and relationship building. Some of the highlights this year were, Line Dancing, during Lent, we had Wednesday night Soup and Salad Dinners, Board Game Day, Summer “Camp-Fire” Evening, Pot Luck Bingo, Christ Church Family Picnic, Harvest Dance, Spaghetti Dinner, Pancake Supper and much more.

Communications Team

• This group’s primary responsibility is to promote Christ Church within Milford and surrounding areas. This past year through their leadership, we have participated in several community events such as Bud and Bugs Festival, The River Walk Freedom Festival and the Milford Holiday Stroll. Through their efforts, they have brought to Christ Church the Delaware School of Music Christmas Concerts, Men’s Health Fair, County Bank Fraud Training and involvement with Milford Chamber of Commerce. They also act as an advisory board for all things that interface with the community as well as acquisition and retention efforts for existing parishioners and new members.

Worship and Music:

• Involved with all things associated with Worship and Music. We will begin to have a mid-week service on Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm commencing on April 15^th

 

Small Groups

In our small group ministry provides diverse opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship, and community support:

• Weekly Bible Discussions
• 2 Rule Bible Study ( Bible Literacy)
• Monthly Bereavement Group – Completed One Six Week Group another in November “Coping with the Holidays”
• Veterans Group – Monthly Breakfasts at local Diner – Volunteer at Veteran’s Home Bi-Monthly
• Aging with Dignity Group
• Book Club

Shared Space 

• Two AA Groups
• Milford Advocacy For The Homless
• Girl Scouts
• DJ’s Alliance (Suicide Bereavement)

Altar Guild

The purpose of the Altar Guild is to make certain that all linens, vestments, necessary vessels, supplies, and the table are ready for each service.  The Guild operates on a rotating schedule of teams throughout the year. These faithful people are under the guidance of the Altar Guild director who reports to the Rector.

Ushers

This ministry is important to the flow of any service.  Ushers greet worshipers, hand out bulletins, help find seats, and give guidance to anyone not familiar with our church or service. During the service they manage its flow, especially during the offertory and communion. They also call the Sunday school during the peace to join the worship.  Following the service, ushers straighten up the sanctuary. Ushers volunteer on a sign-up schedule.