Christ Episcopal Church can be found at 111 South Main Street in Smithfield, VA 23430. Call us at 757-357-2826 or 757-357-2810. Fax us at 757-357-2810.



Picture of stained glass in Christ Church depicting a story from the New Testament wherein Jesus raises the daughter of Jairus from the dead.


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Christ Episcopal Church of Newport Parish in Smithfield, Virginia is housed in the oldest church building in Town. For 175 years, Christ Church has been the spiritual home for generations of Christian Smithfield and Isle of Wight residents. With a rich history, a diverse membership, and dedicated staff and volunteers, Christ Episcopal Church remains a strong part of the Smithfield, Va., Isle of Wight, Va. and Hampton Roads, Va. Christian communities.

OUR MISSION: To proclaim Christ through the commitment of our time, talent and treasure to the growth and support of God's Ministries in the Church, our Community and the World.

  • Communion is open to all baptized Christians.
  • Nursery available at both the 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. Sunday services.
  • Sunday School is offered for all ages during the 10:00 a.m. social hour.
  • Worship Services are offered: Sundays at 7:45 a.m, 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. and Wednesday evening at 5:00 p.m.

ABOUT THE STAINED GLASS: Christ Episcopal Church contains six large stained glass windows dating from around 1892. Each depicts a story from the New Testament. The window pictured to the left depicts the story of Jesus raising the daughter of Jairus from the dead. (Mark 5:21-43) For more information about the history of Christ Church, please visit our history page.