ABOUT ST. CHRISTOPHER BY THE SEA

As we walk around the Island, we can see great changes happening. But amid the changes, our Island Church, St. Christopher by the Sea, stands as it has since 1927. Imagine what it was like to cross the Causeway in 1927, then not much more than a sandbar to be navigated at low tide, and rounding the corner to see the little brown chapel with a thatched roof. From the day it was built, it has been considered our community chapel and has remained an important part of the Gibson Island community. People of all Christian traditions have had occasion to participate not only in the 10:00 AM Sunday Service and Holiday events but in weddings, baptisms, memorials, and other special services. Children come back to be married and later bring their babies to be baptized.

In addition to conducting worship on Sundays and special occasions, clergy and members of the congregation offer Bible study and other forms of adult education. Often, these offerings are in response to requests from the congregation. Pastoral care, including hospital visits and home communions, is available.
 

SERVICE SCHEDULE

  • Sundays - 10:00 AM Worship Service*
    • *Adult Christian Education is held at 9:00 AM before the Worship Service. There is Sunday school for children during a portion of the main service.
    • A lively social time takes place after service on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month - Join us in the Parish Hall!
  • Holiday Services: See Holiday Schedule page.
  • Special Services: St. Christopher is for many the site of choice for baptisms, marriages, renewal of vows, funerals and memorial services, and internments in the Memorial Garden. Clergy and our special services coordinator will work closely with individuals and families to meet expectations. 

MEMORIAL GARDEN

The Memorial Garden for the burial of cremated remains is located adjacent to the parish hall. The Garden is available to members of the Gibson Island community, past and present, their families, and others at the Board’s discretion. Names of the deceased and dates are entered on a plaque in the church. 

ADMINISTRATION

The Board of Trustees is responsible for the operation of St. Christopher. See more info on Our Board page.

OUTREACH

Learn more on our Outreach page.