The Episcopal Church Women
An organization that supports women’s spiritual growth, fellowship, and service through outreach, education, and community involvement.
About the Episcopal Church Women at Christ Church, Frederica
Episcopal Church Women (ECW) welcomes all Episcopal women to join, volunteer and create a legacy to lead future generations with stewardship in Christ. The ECW have long championed women’s rights, faith, and the strength of family. As a ministry of the Episcopal Church, we joyfully uphold the belief in a loving, liberating, and life-giving God — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit — at the heart of all we do.
Tour of Homes
Now in its 73rd year, the Annual Tour of Homes is a cherished tradition that supports women and children in need across our community. This beloved event offers residents and visitors a unique opportunity to explore beautifully appointed homes in communities on and adjoining St Simons Island, generously opened by their owners for a worthy cause. All proceeds benefit a wide range of local charities—last year alone, the Tour raised over $150,000 for 30 nonprofit organizations.
Join us for the 2026 Tour of Homes which will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. We are excited to announce the 2026 Christ Church Annual Tour of Homes will feature "Lifestyles Around the Lodge" with homes in the never-before-on-tour communities surrounding the Lodge at Sea Island Golf Club at the south end of St. Simons!
Parking and transportation for the annual Tour of Homes will again be based at Christ Church, Frederica where we will feature refreshments in the Parish Hall and the opportunity to visit to the historic church, cemetery and labyrinth. Once dropped off at the entrance to the Lodge community, homes will be within walking distance, eliminating lines for shuttle buses. Limited golf/caddy cart assistance for those with difficulty traversing longer stretches will be available.
A totally redesigned 2026 VIP ticket experience will include all features of a standard ticket PLUS the opportunity to increase your contribution to the charities -- while also increasing your enjoyment of the tour. First, VIP ticket holders (exclusively) will be able to skip the bus from Christ Church and park their personal vehicle on the historic Avenue of Oaks approaching the Lodge. Then: start, end or take a pause in your tour with an exclusive champagne, wine and hors d'oeuvres reception in a Lodge-area private home not otherwise included on the tour.
Donations are the foundation of our efforts; in addition to your ticket purchase we prayerfully request your additional support. Our benefactor page features some new offerings that correspond to each level. We encourage you to review those opportunities before purchasing your ticket.
Tickets for the 2026 Annual Tour of Homes will go on sale December 8, 2025. See the link below:
Benefactor Opportunities for the 2026 Annual Tour of Homes will also open December 8, 2025. See the link below:
If you would like to volunteer for the tour, please contact Linda Feuss at tourofhomes2026@gmail.com.
Cookbook
Filled with mouth-watering recipes and a splendidly written history of the church and its island home, this elegant display-quality book is illustrated with dozens of full-page, full-color photos of beautiful cuisine as well as of the stained-glass windows at Christ Church and St. Ignatius.
All sales of our cookbooks benefit women and children in need in our local area.
Scholarship
The Christ Church, Frederica Episcopal Church Women (ECW) Scholarship for Women will award a $2,500 academic scholarship to a female student who is either a high school senior and has been accepted to a US college, university, or technical school; or is currently attending a college, university or technical school and is in good standing. The student must be of the Episcopal faith and hale from Glynn or McIntosh County.
Grants
The Episcopal Church Women of Christ Church Frederica (ECW) is a non-profit Christian Organization that awards grants to non-profit, tax exempt charitable organizations and ministries exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of The Internal Revenue Service Code. Our mission is to be a lasting, elective and compassionate charitable resource for organizations within our local community that respond to critical needs.
Grant Cycle
Applications may be submitted September 1 through October 31 for grants that will be awarded from the proceeds of the upcoming Tour of Homes and Beneath the Oaks Cookbook sales.
Eligibility Criteria
The ECW will consider awarding grants to organizations serving people in need, especially women and children. This includes programs that address issues of:
- Hunger
- Physical and mental health
- Housing
- Safety
- Education
- or provide a religious and moral foundation
Only requests from organizations within our local community will be considered. The 2026 Grant Application is now closed.
