Christ Episcopal Church - Poughkeepsie, NY

09/07/2026

Bach to Broadway Concert on Saturday, September 26 at 7:30pm.
Two Organs, Two Organists, Twice the Fun!

Two organists, Nathan Avakian and James Fitzwilliam, take on two very different instruments: the church's classical pipe organ, and a theatre organ, the kind that once filled movie palaces with the sound of a full orchestra out of a single console. They play each in turn, then together, moving from Bach to Broadway across the evening. Singer Claire Avakian joins her brother Nathan for several numbers.

The two instruments were built for different worlds, one for the concert hall and the church, one for the theatre and the crowd, and hearing them side by side is the whole point. It's a bigger, livelier night than most people expect, and that's the reason people come back.

Bring someone who thinks they don't like organ music and change their minds!

Tickets at the door: Suggested donation - $25

Co-sponsored by Central Hudson Valley American Guild of Organists (CHVAGO) and New York State Theatre Organ Society (NYTOS)

09/05/2026

Poughkeepsie Remembers

This Friday, September 11, marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11.

At 6:00 PM, Christ Church will gather for a simple service of prayer and remembrance. We will remember those who died, those who ran toward danger to help others, those who still carry the wounds of that day, and the families and communities whose lives were forever changed.

The service will include Scripture, music, silence, prayers for peace, and the lighting of a candle in remembrance. We will also pray for first responders, those who became ill because of their work at Ground Zero, and for a world that still needs healing.

Twenty-five years later, we remember not only the horror of that day, but also the courage, compassion, and love that followed it. We will end by committing ourselves again to the work of peace, mercy, and loving our neighbors.

The service will last about 30 minutes and is open to everyone in our community.

Poughkeepsie Remembers
Friday, September 11 at 6:00 PM
Christ Church
Academy Street at Barclay Street, Poughkeepsie, NY

Come as you are. Bring a friend or neighbor. All are welcome.

09/04/2026

Please join us for a special prayer service on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 on September 11 at 6 PM at Christ Church 

09/04/2026

The Installation of The Rev. Canon Sam Louis Owen
📅Sunday, September 20
⏰ 4:00 pm
⛪St. Thomas Episcopal Church
📍168 West Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, NY 10543

You're invited to the Installation of the Rev. Canon Sam Louis Owen, Canon for Westchester and Putnam Counties and Canon for Global and Local Organizing, on Sunday, September 20 at St. Thomas Episcopal Church.

Preacher: The Rev. John Zahl, Celebrant: The Rt. Rev. Matthew Heyd

Clergy are invited to process in Red Stoles. Reception to follow, no registration required, all are welcome.

09/03/2026

Be sure to check out Bishop Heyd’s sermon.

Tune in on Sunday, September 6, on BBC 4 for their Sunday Worship program, remembering 25th anniversary of 9/11. Bishop Heyd will provide the sermon, available here shortly after live broadcasting: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m00316sn
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09/03/2026

Compassionate God,

This September bring comfort, healing, and hope to all those struggling in darkness, and surround them with supportive hearts who remind them they are never alone.

Grant strength to those who carry silent burdens and peace to those who walk alongside them.

Amen

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. You are not alone.

Call or text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (in the United States and Canada).

09/03/2026

Please join us on Saturday September 12th at 12:00 PM as we gather to remember and honor our dear friend and parishioner, Burt Morgan.

Your presence would mean so much to us as we share memories, find comfort in one another, and celebrate a truly wonderful life.

09/01/2026

☕️ Tuesdays with Tommy is branching out!

Because apparently Tuesdays just weren’t enough.

We’ve added another opportunity to sit down with Fr. Tommy, so Tuesdays with Tommy is becoming Coffee/Tea with Tommy.

New times are now available for Wednesday, September 16. Come have a cup of coffee or tea, visit for a bit, and get to know our Interim Rector.

Sign up here:

Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!