Message: “Jordan Service” from Fr. Keith Oglesby

Message: “Traditional Service” from Deacon Leila Quinlan
November 10, 2021
Message: “Sermón de las Misa” from Fr. Christopher Dell
November 10, 2021

Contact Mary Ann Young for more information.

2025 Books

Let Them by Mel Robbins: Sept 10 - Oct 8

The Heartbeat of God by J Philip Newell: Oct 22 - Nov 5

The Serviceberry by Robin Kimmerer: Nov 12 and 19

2026 Books

12 Steps to a Compassionate Life by Karen Armstrong: Jan 14 - Feb 11

Ladder to the Light by Bishop Steven Charleston: March 4-25

50 Ways to Pray by Teresa Blythe: May 6-27

Beauty: The Invisible Embrace by John O'Donohue: June 3-17

Additional Workshops and Programs

Fall Forest Bathing Program - October 18, 2025; Led by Trey Wilson

Candlelight Labyrinth Gratitude Walk  - Friday, November 21, 2025; Led by Deacon Leila Quinlan.

Advent Quiet Day - Saturday, December 6, 2025; Led by Father Eric Kahl

Women's Retreat - Friday, January 30 - Sunday, February 1 2026 at Epworth by the Sea

Writing Your Story Workshop - March 14, 2026; Led by Louise Driscoll 

Lenten Quiet Day - Saturday, February 21, 2026; Led by Father Eric Kahl

Holy Week Labyrinth - March 30 - April 3, 2026

Linda Minke, 904-742-1234, cellist, loves to teach violin and beginning piano as well as cello, ukulele and folk harp.
 
Linda holds a Master’s degree in Cello Performance from University of Memphis , a Bachelor of Music Education as well as Bachelor of Cello Performance from Northern Michigan University. She is a member of Bold City Contemporary Ensemble, Celtic Ring, Peninsula Music Festival in Door County Wisconsin, and freelances locally.

A well-recognized local entertainer, this versatile musician has been playing instruments, singing, acting & dancing since the age of four. She loves teaching both adults & children targeted lessons to meet their individual needs. Her range of teaching experience includes Florida music teacher certification with three years as music teacher for K - 12 students at the Florida Cyber Charter Academy, having also taught private music lessons for 20+ years, ranging in age from 5 to 75. She has recently written the original song, “Believe (Every Day)” and directed her music video including studio musicians, actors, & choreographed dancers. In tune with today’s music scene, she has booked local talent at desirable venues, and helps talented musicians build audience via social media as a digital content creator. She loves to collaborate with talented musical friends, and is adept at identifying perfect pitch, high-quality musicians. Her piano skills range from classical Beethoven pieces to new age Yuruma to modern Coldplay songs. She has been featured as solo & first chair flute in community symphonies since college days, and most recently performed a cappella at the Christ Church Nutcracker held at UNF Lazarra theater to over 1,200 audience members. Her vocal experience includes touring Europe with the American Youth Chorus as well as performing locally with her new fun singing group The Divas. She loves singing in the Christ Church Women’s Ensemble, & playing flute at church services & special events. You’ll find her in local theater productions, or out and about at a variety of music & theatre venues. If you’re looking for a teacher who “gets it“ and has recent performance experience in all of the venues she teaches …then you will love working with Linda! #musicislove #loveiswhatmatters

Stephanie brings warmth, energy, and nearly 30 years of music education experience to her role as the director of Christ Church’s Children’s Choir and private piano and voice lesson instructor. Stephanie earned her degrees in Music Education and Psychology from Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota and has spent her life shaping children in the music classroom, concert stage, church, and theater. Stephanie is currently the Director of Operations at Christ Church as well as an accomplished singer, director, teacher and pianist. Stephanie designs fun and inspiring recitals, creates opportunities for her students to attend local musical events together, and introduces them to legendary recordings as part of their weekly practice routine.

With over 30 years of experience teaching piano, Maureen holds a Bachelor of Music Education with further study and is pursuing a Masters in Piano Performance at the University of North Florida. Her teaching method is the traditional/classical piano method which emphasizes note reading and basic skills from the outset. She includes a repertoire of jazz and popular music in her curriculum.

Bachelor of Arts in Music from the University of North Florida. Special musical teaching skills include music theory and composition. He has been a church musician for many years. He is currently associate pianist and organist at Shepherd of the Woods Lutheran Church, Jacksonville.

Doctor of Musical Arts from the University of Washington. I have been teaching private piano for over 30 years to students of all ages. I love working with students from beginner through intermediate levels. When not teaching piano, I teach music at Edward Waters University in Jacksonville and serve in the music ministry at Christ Church. I hold a Florida Teacher Certification.

Jen Schlechte is a dynamic music educator, award-winning choral director and voice teacher, who specializes in developing children’s voices. She performs and teaches a variety of styles, including classical, musical theater, gospel and vocal jazz. She sings at Christ Church and with the Jacksonville Symphony. Jen is committed to providing a stimulating, nurturing and creative environment focused on maximizing the potential of each individual student to foster a lifelong appreciation for music.

Christ Church Contact: Deb Hardman