What is Saint Hilda’s House?
Since 1911 Saint Hilda’s House has been occupied by servants of the gospel; from the deaconesses of the early 20th Century to the sextons and priests who lived there in the latter part of the last century, all sought to live lives consecrated to love of God and love of neighbor – specifically those neighbors here at Broadway and Elm Street.
From 2010 until 2022 a volunteer service program hosted over 85 young adults in annual intentional communities leading lives of discernment, service, and prayer. That program came to an end in June 2022. The vestry and people of Christ Church are now discerning where God is calling Saint Hilda’s House next.
Who will go next through the gates into the city to serve those whom Christ loves?
Want to be a part of the conversation? Want to know more? Please contact Christ Church.
And keep the Deaconesses and the alumni of Saint Hilda’s House in your prayers.
Blessed Hilda, pray for us!
Mission
From 2010 until 2022 the mission of Saint Hilda's House was to form Christian leaders for the church and world in both lay and ordained vocations through prayer, study, service, discernment, and intentional community.
The Hildans lived in a house on the grounds of Christ Church, situated right in the heart of the city, and served in a diverse range of placements to meet many of the specific needs found in New Haven.
For reflections on this time period, see the videos and posts below.
“St. Hilda's House is a program that encourages interns to put their faith into action; it encourages both intellectual study and service to the community."
Caleb Bennetch | 2011
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