Lent III

A group of people are troubled by two tragic events—the massacre of Galileans by Pilate and the collapse of the tower in Siloam. Seeking answers, they turn to Jesus. Instead of addressing their questions directly, Jesus shifts the conversation to the parable of the Barren Fig Tree. This passage in Luke 13 is particularly exciting, provoking thought and curiosity. Interested? Join us on Sunday, both in church and online.

Blessings, Fr. Karl

During Lent, our liturgy is deeply reflective and penitential, designed to guide us through a spiritual journey of preparation that leads up to Easter. Decorations in the church are minimal, and the predominant color of vestments and the altar is purple, the color of repentance. 

If you worship online, we want you to feel included and cared for. If you would like a paper copy of the Worship Pamphlet so that you may follow along, please know that Nancy in our church office at 610-688-1110 is here to support you. She will gladly send you a paper copy. 

Sunday, March 23, 2025

9:15 am Holy Eucharist

Link for all livestream services: christchurchithan.org/live

The Church office is open Monday through Friday from 9:30 am – 1:00 pm. 



In the case of a pastoral emergency, Father Karl Krueger may be reached at 610-209-6193 (Cellphone).

Fr. Karl, Priest in Residence

We are happy to announce that Father Karl's title has changed from Interim to Priest in Residence to recognize our mutual commitment to the ministry of Christ Church, Ithan,CCI Vestry and the Diocese of PA.

CCI Annual Meeting took place last Sunday. Our congregation elected Vestry Members and Convention Delegates. Father Karl, our Rector's Warden, Jacqui North, and Treasurer, Bruce Wietlisbach, provided updates on membership, building and grounds, finances, Altar Guild, and Hospitality. Music Director Jeff Fowler discussed our music program. Anyone interested in reading our Annual Report can find it in one of three ways: on the church website, in the back of the church, or by contacting church administrator Nancy McLaughlin at 610 688 1110. Father Karl appreciated all staff, volunteers, and parishioners, especially Lori, Nina, Chris, and everyone who helped with the scrumptious brunch.  

CCI Vestry will meet tonight, Thursday, March 20th, in Ithan Hall. In addition to standing agenda items, we will discuss the proposal for the Garden of Remembrance (funded by a donation) and our response to the Sacred Ask Study Committee Survey.

Last Wednesday was a beautiful, warm, sunny day, perfect for delivering school supplies to the students at Highland Homes. We set up in the parking lot and waited for the school buses to arrive. From elementary to high school, the children were thrilled and completely surprised that someone had thought about them in March. As they selected spiral notebooks, pens, pencils, colored pencils, paper, glue sticks, and more, they just kept saying, “Thank you so much.” 



Thank you to everyone from Christ Church and St. Martin's Church who donated over 200 items. You truly made a difference for many students.

Christ Church now has an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) thanks to parishioner Bruce Wietlisbach and a donation from the Radnor Township Police Department. AEDs are used to help those experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. It's a sophisticated yet easy-to-use medical device that can analyze the heart's rhythm and, if necessary, deliver an electrical shock or defibrillation to help the heart re-establish an effective rhythm. The device is designed to be user-friendly, with clear instructions on how to use it in case of an emergency. Ours is located near the entrance of the parish hall. 

Through Pam Faber's faithful leadership, St. Martin's and Christ Church join annually for the Lenten Soup-Cooking mission. Quart soup containers and instructions are in the back of the church. Please pick them up if you choose to participate. Our soup will be delivered weekly to The Great Valley Food Cupboard and Highland Food Pantry. During Lent, we hope three people will volunteer to make soup each week. 

Feel free to contact Nina Gauthron (610-256-2726) with any questions.  Soups can be put in our church refrigerator or freezer.



You can sign up now at the link below or use the signup sheet in the back of the church. 

Thank you for your steady support of our neighbors.

The Community Garden Club at Wayne holds a plant sale and plants are available for pick up at Christ Church on May 3 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. A link to the order form is below and completed forms should be mailed before April 10 to:

Jim Brennan

1117 Edgewood Avenue

Berwyn, PA 19312

This address and other information can be found on page 4 of the order form.