Sunday 8:30 a.m. Spoken word Worship with Communion · Sunday 10:15 a.m. Worship and Music with Communion, Childcare, and Livestream
A community
where you
belong.
Gather. Transform. Engage. An inclusive church that believes in God’s grace, and lives out love in action.
Christ Church is a welcoming Episcopal community in the heart of Alameda. We follow Jesus’ way of compassion, seek the dignity of every person, and grow together through worship, service, and shared story.
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Easter Worship (8:30 AM & 10:15 AM)
Join us for a meaningful Easter celebration filled with music, hope, and the story that continues to shape our lives.
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Holy Week (Children, Youth & Families)
Walk through Holy Week together with interactive, family-friendly services that invite all ages into the story of love, loss, and new life.
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Egg Hunt + Worship (April 5, 10:15 AM)
Celebrate Easter morning with joyful worship, then stay for a playful egg hunt, bounce house, and community fun for all ages.
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Easter Sunday Flowers for the Cross
Bring flowers to help transform the cross into a living symbol of resurrection and shared beauty.
New to
Christ Church?
We are glad you are here. Whether you are exploring faith, returning to church, or looking for a new spiritual home, there is a place for you at Christ Church.
Alameda
Warming Shelter
Need shelter tonight? Or hoping to serve? Find the current shelter location, hours, and volunteer opportunities.
Find your
people
From Bible studies and book groups to choir, youth programs, and social justice teams, we offers many ways to belong and serve alongside others.
OUR SHARED VISION
Gather. Transform. Engage.
At Christ Church, our mission is simple: we gather people into an open and welcoming community, we are transformed by worship, scripture, and one another’s stories, and we engage the world through service, justice, and compassion.
Join us this Sunday
8:30 a.m. Spoken word Worship · 10:15 a.m. Worship with Music, Childcare, and Livestream
Values
Everyone is welcome.
"The Glory of God I a human being, fully alive." -St. Ireneus. Whoever you are, wherever you come from and wherever you're going, God loves you. We'd love to journey alongside you.
Justice is our calling.
We serve our neighbors through ministries to the homeless, including a shelter, showers, laundry and meals. Every Sunday we give the proceeds of our collection plate to causes and non-profit organizations near and far.
Story is how we grow.
At Christ Church we encourage people to wrestle with the Bible and our ancient Christian tradition from the perspective of their own stories of God out in the real world.
Care is our community.
Pastoral care includes prayer, meals, rides, visits, and listening ears for those experiencing illness, grief, change, everyday challenges, and a wide variety of small-group gatherings. We walk with one another in love.
Worship is our heartbeat.
Our worship blends Episcopal tradition with vibrant music, silence, and shared prayer. Choirs, bells, and congregational song invite people of all ages into God’s presence.
Youth are our teachers.
Through Sunday School, youth group, and all-ages worship, young people lead, question, and help shape our faith community.
WORDS THAT SHAPE US
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Clergy
The Revs.
Stephen McHale & Elizabeth Hood
Christ Episcopal Church is guided by a dedicated clergy team who share a deep love for God, for Alameda, and for the people they serve. The Rev. Stephen McHale and the Rev. Elizabeth Hood bring unique gifts to our community—preaching, teaching, pastoral care, and a commitment to justice and compassion. Together, they help us follow Jesus’ way of welcome, spiritual growth, and service to our neighbors. Whether you are new to church, returning after time away, or seeking a place to ask big questions, our clergy are here to walk with you, pray with you, and support you in your journey of faith.
We’re grateful to walk this path together.
Experience. Connect. Grow.
Join our ministries to get connected through service.
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Children
Youth
Adult Spiritual Formation
GIVING THAT SUSTAINS
Faith Full Giving 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Find out what to expect.
Learn more about our values and our story as a
church by visiting the about us page.
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Our church services have two big parts: Word and Table. The first part includes readings from the Bible, a sermon, and prayers. After a short announcement time we bless bread and wine as Jesus did so often with his friends, and we share them together, gathered around the altar. This is called communion or Eucharist (which means Thanksgiving, in Greek, because we’re fancy like that.) Our liturgy is based upon the Episcopal Book of Common Prayer, which has been in use in various forms for nearly 500 years. We also add contemporary elements to make sure you’re paying attention.
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You’ll be greeted, but not overwhelmed. You can jump in right away or just sit back and take it all in.
Our services are about an hour and move through readings, a short sermon, prayers, and communion. It’s a rhythm that’s been around for a long time, with just enough modern touch to keep you engaged.
You don’t need to know what to say or do. Just follow along as you’re comfortable. Everyone’s figuring it out together.
Kids are welcome. Questions are welcome. You can participate fully or simply be a quiet observer.
Afterward, people stick around for coffee, snacks, and conversation. It’s a low-pressure way to meet folks or just ease back into your day.
Come as you are. Really.
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Episcopal theology is a method. To answer questions we weigh input from three sources of authority: Scripture (the Bible), Tradition (what the church has taught through history), and Reason (our experiences out in the world). Because the third leg of this stool is subjective, Episcopalians span a range of beliefs. Hence the joke: Where two or three Episcopalians gather, there are four or five opinions.
Because our theology is a method, we’re not very doctrinal. We don’t keep a definitive list of beliefs on which we can look up the answer to things. The closest we get to that is the brief Catechism in the Book of Common Prayer.
Another way to approach this question is to come to church with us. We say that praying shapes believing, which means that common prayer - worship - is the heart of what we do. It expresses our values and beliefs. In short: we believe that God loves you--no exceptions.
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Yes. You’re more than welcome to lurk quietly to find a moment of peace in this crazy life.
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Call our parish office at 510-523-7200. You can also reach out to our priest Stephen McHale, on his cell at 510-220-5663.
A place for you
Alameda, CA
Address:
1700 Santa Clara Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501
Service times:
Sunday 8:30 a.m.
Spoken word Worship
Sunday 10:15 a.m.
Worship with Music, Childcare, and Livestream
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