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“Atonement is a spiritual home where everyone is invited to grow and serve through hearing and living the Word of God we’ve experienced in Jesus Christ.”  

 


Worship services

We invite you to worship with us.  No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are always welcome here.

On Sundays Atonement offers:

  Time Service
  8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist (Scripture, Prayers, Sermon & Communion, no music) – in the Chapel
 

9:45 AM

 

9:55 AM

Church School (K – 6)  begins in Fellowship Hall.  Our  Nursery/Playroom opens.

Prelude – in the Church
 

10:00 AM

 

 

 

11:15 AM

Holy Eucharist (Scripture, Prayers, Sermon & Communion, with hymns and special music led by the Choir and soloists).

Confirmation Class (7th -9th) in the Reception Room

Coffee, tea, refreshments

Our Chapel is a lovely and quiet space that is open 24/7 for prayer and meditation.

Other Services

Taizé Prayers (Ecumenical)
7:00 pm on seven “First Sundays” – Join us for a Taizé service — simple, meditative songs, scripture, and 10 min. of silence for prayer and reflection — with piano, flute and voice in our candlelit Chapel (45 min.).

Upcoming Taizé services: March 3, May 5

OFFICE HOURS:

Tuesday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

T: 201.568.1763
F: 201. 568.1775

Office Administrator, Pat D’Anna parish.admin@atonement-tenafly.org

Rector, Lynne Bleich Weber:
rector@atonement-tenafly.org
Read her weekly message to the congregation here.

 

  


Everyone is welcome….

…at Atonement! We’re honored that you are visiting our virtual home. If you haven’t yet been to our church, we hope to meet you in person soon. We are an open and affirming Christian church where we come together to praise God, receive hope and healing in Jesus Christ, and are sent out to serve our families and communities in the power of the Holy Spirit.   Read more.

Upcoming Services & Special Events

  • ALL PARISH OPEN HOUSE – Friday, May 17, 6:30 – 9 pm – at the home of Reggie and Mary Elizabeth Smith in Tenafly.  RSVP by phone or email to the office.  Can you bring an appetizer, beverage or dessert?  All are welcome!
  •  Friday, May 31 – Friday, June 7 – Music & Arts Festival. See BELOW – then calendar here.
  • CALLING ALL ARTISTS!!  Bring in your artwork – painting, drawing, prints, photography, crafts, jewelry…CHILDREN’S ART is very welcome, too.  Drop off artwork this week, Wed. 5/16 – Fri. 5/18.  Contact the church office with any questions, or to coordinate a late drop-off. 
  • The Arts Festival begins with The Unity Ensemble of New Jersey City University – on Friday May 31 at 7:30 pm – an uplifting evening of Gospel, Jazz and Spirituals, followed by a Dessert Reception and Opening of our weeklong community Art Exhibit – ALL for just $10 sugg. donation.  Make your reservation NOW – contact the church office or speak to Vanessa Roshong-Moore or John Hancock for more info.
  • PENTECOST is celebrated this Sunday, May 19 at 8 and 10 am - Celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit, be inspired by great hymns and special music from our Choir and Soloists, and remember to wear RED (or orange or yellow),
  • Bible Study continues on Thursday, May 23 at 7:30 pm with the study of Jonah.
  • Book Group continues on Friday, May 24 at 10 am with The Elegance of the Hedgehog by Muriel Barbery.

 

 

 

  


Announcements

                   

  • Atonement’s 3rd Annual Adult Education Retreat will be held Sept. 20 – 22 at Holy Cross (Episcopal) Monastery.  Deposit of $50 is due June 15; balance of $150 by August 1. Inclusive of Friday supper through Sunday dinner.
  • Atonement is going LEAN and GREEN!
    In March and April we’re replacing or rehabbing over 120 electric lights, replacing our old boilers and old A/C unit, insulating pipes and installing water restrictors. We’ll reduce our carbon footprint and also save money, thanks to the NJ program “Direct Install” that will pay for 70% of the costs.
  • With “Water Weekend,” March 9 – 10, Atonement became the first congregation to begin GreenFaith’s Water Shield pilot program. 
  • Annual Giving Sunday was Nov. 18, 9:30 am - It’s never too late to give – You may still download the pledge card here.
  • We currently have a staff position open:  We are looking for a new p/t Children’s Music and Education Director.  If interested, please contact or send resume to the church office.
  • The Atonement Choir welcomes you -If you love to sing, you are invited to join the choir at any time. 
  • FACEBOOK ANYONE???  Click on the link at the top of the page to join our Facebook page!

Press Releases                 

Click on the links to see the latest press releases.

Brian Schober joined Atonement as our new Music Director in August 2012.

Atonement honored by SHELTER OUR SISTERS with their “Partnership Award.”  Atonement was noted for its many contributions over the past decade to help women who have suffered from domestic violence. 

 

 

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