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Message From Father Karl

On Sunday, Jesus calls us to “render unto God what is God’s.” To make his point, he asks his questioners in the Temple whose image is on a coin. It was Caesar’s. Jesus reminds us that Caesar may claim what bears his stamp, but God claims what bears the image of the divine: our lives, our choices, our devotion.


The forecast predicts sunshine. Regardless of the weather, I’m looking forward to Sunday, when we gather in church and online, to celebrate God’s presence and the joy of belonging to the One whose image we bear.


Fr. Karl

Office Information

Upcoming Events/Dates

Vestry Meetings - Thursday

  • October 22nd
  • November 19th
  • December 17th ZOOM only

Daylight Savings Ends

Sunday, November 1, 2026

at 2:00 a.m. local time

November 1st - All Saints Sunday





November 15th

Stewardship Sunday

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, October 18, 2026

21st Sunday after Pentecost

9:15 am Holy Communion

Link for all livestream services:

christchurchithan.org/live

Letter from the Tague Family

Dear Father Karl, Dr. Fowler, and the entire Christ Church Ithan family,


What a day celebrating my mom’s life, even as she stormed the heavens (literally) and appeared with the light during the beautiful homily!


Thank you to all of you who helped make this day the most memorable, most treasured send-off, and most celebratory!


Our family is beyond overwhelmed at the love and kindness you all showed and the care with which you helped us remember our beloved “Dode” !


Thank you from the bottom of our hearts !



The Tague Family

Highland Homes Food Pantry



Below is a list of the Fall Highland Homes Food Pantry needs:




  • Canned Tuna fish
  • Canned Corned Beef Hash
  • Canned Potatoes, Corn, Carrots, Green Benas
  • Spaghetti Sauce
  • Peanut Butter
  • Jelly
  • Granola Bars
  • Breakfast Cereal - any kind 
  • Oodles of Noodles Cups
  • Cleaning Supplies
  • Paper Towels
  • Toilet Tissue


Amazon deliveries to the church office or Sunday church drop-offs are greatly appreciated. Nina Gauthron will bring them to the Tuesday Highland Homes food pantry.


Thank you for your ongoing support!

Volunteers Needed for Communion Kneeling Cushion Repair

Thank you Dorothy Maddock for agreeing to help repair the needlepoint cushions at our alter rail! Anyone else interested in helping, or know someone who is, please contact Nancy Breitling! Her email address is nanbreit@gmail.com. The project is scheduled to begin in January 2027.

Don't Blink - Jesus is Hiding



Keep your eyes peeled! Tiny Jesus figures are scattered throughout our sanctuary, tucked away in unexpected places. It’s a playful reminder that Jesus is always with us, even when we least expect it.


See if you can spot one when you are in our church building! If you find a little Jesus and want to take him home, please do—he’s meant to be a blessing. And just when you think you’ve found them all, new figures will appear, thanks to our mysterious and generous parishioner.



Happy hunting!

Education For Ministry


Are you looking for a deeper understanding of your faith and a chance to connect with others on a meaningful journey? Education for Ministry (EFM) might be just what you’re looking for! EFM is a four-year program developed by the School of Theology at the University of the South (Sewanee, TN). It’s designed for small groups, meeting once a week for three hours, with readings to prepare each week. Since 1975, EfM has helped over 120,000 people explore Christian tradition and discover new ways to serve in their daily lives. Alan Lindsay, a member of the Diocesan staff and St. Martin’s Church  Bible Study teacher, has offered to facilitate a new EFM group -if 6 to 12 participants are interested.  The group would start in January. The annual cost is approximately $350, plus about $100 for books and materials.If you’re interested in joining or would like more information, please contact Abby Thomas from St. Martin’s Church by email at abbyandbarrythomas@gmail.