About

Christ Church has been a center for the worship of God and an important part of the Westerly-Pawcatuck community for over 175 years. Christ Church parish was founded in 1834 and the cornerstone of the present building, located at the corner of Elm and Broad streets, was laid in 1891. Built of Westerly Blue Granite with Westerly red granite trim, the church was consecrated on October 16th, 1894. In the Memorial Garden rests the first bell used to call people to worship. The Parish house was completed in 1957 and is a constant center of church and community activity. The rectory, located at 8 Elm Street, is one of the finer examples of Greek revival architecture in the area.

But buildings are only the outer expression of the church’s life. The vitality of Christ Church can be experienced through its worship, its music, its study, its services, and its play. More of hospital for sinners than a showcase for saints, we know that in His infinite mercy, God has called us together as a congregation in His church.

Together we will continue the tradition of Christ Church in our time and, in faithful hope, embrace the challenges of the future. Join us in a house of worship for All people.