Emmanuel Episcopal Church
"The Church in the wilderness"
Service Time: Church Service and Sunday School at 10:00.
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Emmanuel Episcopal Church "The Church in the wilderness" Service Time: Church Service and Sunday School at 10:00. |
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A message from our Missionary
Volunteers needed for Elder Community Outreach
Emmanuel Church is a part of the vibrant
Middlesex Area Cluster. Out-reach to the larger community is an
important
part of its mission. We invite and welcome people of all faiths to our
intimate and spiritual Services. As being part of the Cluster
this gives Emmanuel church two unique factors. First is
Community churching whereby the lay community is constantly involved and
integral to the congregation itself. Secondly , is the amazing
talents and wide spectrum of knowledge that
the clergy that are involved the cluster bring to the "Little Church in the Wilderness". Emmanuel Episcopal Church, “The little Church in the Wilderness” is listed on the Federal Register of Historic Places and one of Connecticut’s oldest houses of worship. The wood frame Church, beautiful in its simplicity, was built by a group of poor farmers in the early 1800s. It sits secluded in a woodsy hollow near Route 148. The pure white interior is without embellishment, and the only ornamentation is a single stained-glass window and a brass chandelier. It seats 100 people. In the early decades of the 20th century Emmanuel Church was revitalized by the Rev. George Gilbert, whose ministry was chronicled in his best-selling book, “Forty Years a Country Preacher.” In 2001 we acquired a wonderful Karl Wilhelm Pipe Organ that now enhances our Sunday Services, weddings, Memorial services or any other occasion. In 2002 we established THE FOUR SEASONS PLUS concert series. What better way to relax, focus on really important things in your life and turn inward, then to listen to beautiful music. Come join us for... “THE FOUR SEASONS PLUS”Concert Series - Summer ConcertStephen Rapp, Organ and Harpsichord AndSalvatore Basile, Bass-Baritone Performing works by Handel, Mozart and others, in the historic setting of “The Little Church in the Wilderness”, on June 8th at 4PM Admission $15, students $10, children free. Call 860-663-1109 for more information or directions. The church and social hall are available for rental and is a beautiful setting for any occasion.
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