About Us
Welcome to our parish. We are a community rooted in the love of God, shaped by worship, and sent into the world to serve. As part of the Episcopal Church, we belong to a rich and living tradition within the global Anglican Communion, a Tradition that holds together ancient faith and thoughtful engagement with the modern world.
Our History
The Episcopal Church is the American expression of the Anglican tradition, which traces its roots to the Church of England. Christianity first came to England in the early centuries after Christ, and over time developed a distinct identity that was both Catholic in heritage and reformed in spirit.
In the 16th century, the English Reformation led to the establishment of the Church of England as a national church, independent from Rome but preserving much of the historic structure of Christian worship, including bishops, priests, and deacons. This “via media,” or middle way, sought to hold together the best of Catholic and Protestant traditions.
Following the American Revolution, Anglicans in the newly independent United States organized what became the Episcopal Church. The name “Episcopal” comes from the Greek word episkopos, meaning “bishop,” reflecting our continued commitment to the historic threefold order of ministry. In 1789, the Episcopal Church formally established its constitution and began its life as a self-governing province within the worldwide Anglican Communion.
The Anglican Tradition
At the heart of Anglicanism is a commitment to balance: scripture, tradition, and reason work together as sources of authority in our life of faith. We are grounded in the Bible, informed by the teachings and practices of the early Church, and open to the guidance of the Holy Spirit in every generation.
Our worship is shaped by the Book of Common Prayer (1979), a collection of liturgies that unite Episcopalians in a shared rhythm of prayer across time and place. Our services are reverent and participatory, combining ancient patterns with language that speaks to today’s world.
Anglicans are often described as a “big tent,” welcoming a wide range of perspectives and spiritual expressions. What unites us is not uniformity of thought, but a common commitment to worship, community, and the mission of Christ.
Who We Are Today:
As Episcopalians, we believe in the dignity of every human being and strive to love our neighbors as ourselves. We are committed to justice, compassion, and reconciliation, both in our local community and throughout the world.
Our parish seeks to be a place of welcome, where all can encounter God’s grace, grow in faith, and find a spiritual home. Whether you are lifelong in the Church or simply exploring, you are invited to join us in prayer, fellowship, and service.