On March 28, 1882, a group of Short Hills residents met to form Christ Church. Early services were held in the Music Hall, the community building constructed by Stewart Hartshorn. The first services in the church building were held on Trinity Sunday, June 8, 1884.

Although consecrated as a member of the Diocese of Newark, in the Protestant Episcopal Church in the United States of America, the founders envisioned Christ Church as a community church serving all Christian denominations. This is embodied in the message inscribed above the baptistery window, “Ye are all one in Christ Jesus.” We are happy to welcome people from all traditions.

Christ Church is a leading parish in the Episcopal Diocese of Newark not only in size but also in financial support and in lay and clergy participation in diocesan and national Episcopal Church matters.

There are many opportunities for fellowship, for nurturing spiritual lives and enriching faith, and for providing service within and beyond the church community. The clergy is readily available to offer spiritual counsel and pastoral care.