About Christ Church Detroit
Christ Church Detroit is an Episcopal church in Detroit, Michigan located at 960 E Jefferson Ave, Detroit, MI 48207. Christ Church Detroit was founded in 1863. As of April 2026, Christ Church Detroit holds a 4.9-star rating across 198 Google reviews. The Christ Church Detroit parish office answers at (313) 259-6688.
Christ Church is the oldest Protestant church in the city of Detroit, continuously operating in its original location. A member of the Episcopal Diocese of Michigan, We are all here because prayer and worship strengthen us in our daily lives, and because we have found community, acceptance, mission, and love. Beautiful music, dynamic preaching, and vibrant hospitality are all part of what makes Christ Church a special place."
Christ Church Detroit
Christ Church Detroit is an Episcopal church located at 960 East Jefferson Avenue in Detroit, Michigan. It is also known as Old Christ Church, Detroit. It is the oldest Protestant church in Michigan still located on its original site. It was designated a Michigan State Historic Site in 1970 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1971.
Christ Church Detroit through the years
- 1863 Founded
- March 11, 1971 Added to the National Register
When does Christ Church Detroit hold services?
Christ Church Detroit publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 10 AM–3 PM, Thursday 10 AM–3 PM, Friday 10 AM–3 PM, Saturday 10 AM–12:30 PM, Sunday 8:15 AM–12:30 PM, Monday 10 AM–3 PM, Tuesday 10 AM–3 PM. All times are local to Detroit, MI.
- Wednesday
- 10 AM–3 PM
- Thursday
- 10 AM–3 PM
- Friday
- 10 AM–3 PM
- Saturday
- 10 AM–12:30 PM
- Sunday
- 8:15 AM–12:30 PM
- Monday
- 10 AM–3 PM
- Tuesday
- 10 AM–3 PM
Where is Christ Church Detroit located?
Christ Church Detroit is located at 960 E Jefferson Ave, Detroit, MI 48207. The building sits at coordinates 42.33246, -83.03496, placing it in Detroit, MI 48207.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
- Customers parking 69 ft
- Private parking 154 ft
- Public parking 233 ft
- Public paid parking 239 ft
- Parking 322 ft
- Jefferson / Rivard (EB) 407 ft
- Stop Position 423 ft
- Larned / Chrysler Dr (EB) 423 ft
- Stop Position 440 ft
- Jefferson / Chrysler (WB) 446 ft
- Clique Restaurant · american 486 ft
Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, Apr 23, 2026.
The neighborhood around Christ Church Detroit
The ZIP code 48207 area around Christ Church Detroit is home to 20,577 residents with a median household income of $43,960 and a median age of 42.1 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.
What to expect at a service at Christ Church Detroit
Episcopal worship uses the Book of Common Prayer, the same liturgy Anglicans have prayed for centuries.
- Holy Eucharist lasts about an hour. Includes Scripture readings, sermon, the Nicene Creed, prayers of the people, and Communion.
- All baptized Christians are welcome to receive Communion regardless of denomination.
- Dress varies by parish — suit or business casual is always safe.
Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.
Christ Church Detroit on the National Register of Historic Places
Christ Church Detroit is listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places under reference 71000423, added to the Register on March 11, 1971.
Read the official NPS nomination for Christ Church Detroit →
Churches sharing the architectural tradition of Christ Church Detroit
5 other US churches in the Gothic Revival tradition are indexed in Churches List.
- Cathedral of Christ the King Atlanta, GA · est. 1939
- Sweetest Heart of Mary Detroit, MI
- St. Francis of Assisi New York, NY · est. 1892
- St. Mary Basilica Natchez, MS · est. 1882
- Most Blessed Sacrament Detroit, MI · est. 1915
Churches founded the same year as Christ Church Detroit
5 other churches with a documented founding year of 1863 are indexed in Churches List.
- Seventh-Day Adventist Church Orlando, FL
- Houston West Seventh-Day Adventist Church Houston, TX
- North Orlando Seventh-Day Adventist Church Orlando, FL
- Orlando Central Seventh-Day Adventist Church Orlando, FL
- Seventh-Day Adventist Church New York City, NY
Your Sunday at Christ Church Detroit
Christ Church Detroit by the numbers
Questions and answers about Christ Church Detroit
- What denomination is Christ Church Detroit?
- This parish is part of the Episcopal tradition.
- What are the service times at Christ Church Detroit?
- Published hours: Wednesday 10 AM–3 PM, Thursday 10 AM–3 PM, Friday 10 AM–3 PM, Saturday 10 AM–12:30 PM, Sunday 8:15 AM–12:30 PM, Monday 10 AM–3 PM, Tuesday 10 AM–3 PM
- What is the phone number for Christ Church Detroit?
- You can reach the parish at (313) 259-6688.
- Where is Christ Church Detroit located?
- The parish is located at 960 E Jefferson Ave, Detroit, MI 48207.
- When was Christ Church Detroit founded?
- Founded in 1863.
- Is Christ Church Detroit on the National Register of Historic Places?
- Yes — NRHP reference 71000423, added March 11, 1971.
- How do visitors rate Christ Church Detroit?
- 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 198 Google reviews.
- What is the architecture of Christ Church Detroit?
- Christ Church Detroit is a Gothic Revival architecture building, designed by Gordon W. Lloyd.
Photographs of Christ Church Detroit
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