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Message From Father Karl

On this Fifth Sunday of Easter, Jesus comforts troubled hearts in John’s gospel by promising his disciples a dwelling place and a presence that will not leave them. In the Book of Acts, Stephen, filled with the Spirit, sees the heavens opened as he bears faithful witness and is welcomed by Christ.


The dwelling place is where love makes room, in the quiet upper room and in the open heavens. The Christ who prepares this place is the Christ who stands beside us.


I am looking forward to Sunday, when we gather around two tables, the altar, and the coffee hour, all held by the same love. Father Karl

Office Information

Upcoming Events/Dates

Vestry Meetings

3rd Thursday of the month

  • May 21st

May 2nd

Community Garden Club at Wayne - Plant Pick up in our church parking lot.

Christ Church Office

The church office is open Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:00 am until 1:30 pm.


For pastoral emergency, Father Karl Krueger may be reached at 610-209-6193 (cell).

This Week's Schedule

Sunday, May 3rd, 2026

Fifth Sunday of Easter

9:15 am Holy Eucharist

Link for all livestream services:

christchurchithan.org/live

Welcome Back Matthew Monteleone

Last week we welcomed back to the choir (substituting) Matthew Monteleone, who shared his bass voice for many years as a Choral Scholar. What's he been up to?

  • Was married Erica on August 16, 2025
  • Studying for his PhD in Clinical Psychology at Immaculata University with just two years left.

Book Club

Online Book Club at 7:30pm

Welcome newcomers!

Please e-mail Nancy Breitling at nanbreit@gmail.com


  • May 12th - Circe by Madeline Miller

Join us for a Feast of Voices

Join us for a Feast of Voices!


Classic French songs and ensembles with performances by: Joy Schauer, Bethann Dilione, Kerry Ann Felps, and Gary Gress (piano) 


May 17th @ 4:00pm in Ithan Hall. Reception to follow.


All are welcome.

Northern Children Services


Northern Children’s Services (NCS), based in Roxborough, Philadelphia, is a non-profit organization founded in 1853 that supports children and families facing behavioral health, trauma, and economic challenges.


On Saturday, May 30, from 9:45 AM – 1:00 PM, NCS, is hosting an Adoption & Foster Care Appreciation Day on their campus.


This is a free event open to:


  • Individuals and families interested in becoming foster or adoptive parents
  • Current foster and adoptive parents seeking connection and support

 

The morning will include a light breakfast, opportunities to connect with other families, and breakout sessions on a variety of topics, including foster care / adoption basics, financial stability for youth in care, practical parenting strategies, and cultural awareness.

 

There is a limited number of spots available. Please RSVP by May 12th by calling Northern Children's Services at  (215) 482-1423.

Housekeeping Note

The bathrooms in Ithan Hall are being renovated, and the work is expected to take one month. Three alternative bathrooms are available:

  1. Basement of the church (rickety stairs)
  2. Classrooms of Ithan Montessori (children's size)
  3. Porta-potties accessible outside


Thank you for your understanding and patience!