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.
UMC Walking Tour 🏙️
Saturday, September 26, 10:00 am to 2:30 pm
Join us for a walking tour of United Methodist history starting at John St. UMC in downtown Manhattan.
Family Day Retreat 🧑🧑🧒🧒
Saturday, October 3, 12:30 to 3:00 pm
Connect with other children, youth, and families for a chance to learn about a spiritual discipline of rest.
ILLUMINATE Day Retreat 🌈 with Marble Church
Saturday, October 10, 10:00 to 2:30 pm
Connect with other LGBTQIA+ folk and allies for a day centering and celebrating queer spirituality. Find out more here.
ABIDE Retreat 🍂
Friday - Sunday, November 6-8
Journey with us upstate for our annual weekend retreat in Cornwall-on-Hudson, New York.
Advent Day Retreat 🕯️
Saturday, December 5, 11:00 to 2:30 pm
Kick-off Advent with an introduction to our theme and celebrations as we journey to Christmas.
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.
Spring Faith Forum (Apr. 19 - May 10)
Theme: Theologies of Resurrection
Led by Liv Vermane & Rev. Tyler Heston Wolf.
Summer Faith Forum (Jun. 21 - Jul. 19)
Theme: What is the Bible?: How an Ancient Library of Poems, Letters and Stories Can Transform the Way You Think and Feel About Everything by Rob Bell.
The Bridge Wednesday nights
Wednesdays from 6:00 to 8:15 pm in Phillips Hall
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.
Regular Programming
We have opportunities to connect on Sundays and Wednesdays (almost) all year long.