WHAT WE BELIEVE
What we know: "nothing but Jesus Christ and him crucified" (2 Corinthians 2:2)
What we do: "devoted [ourselves] to the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers." (Acts 2:42)
As a community of faith, our lives revolve around worship and prayer. Through these sacred practices, we are empowered to live out God's call to "do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with your God" (Micah 6:8). Worship is where it all begins, and the best way to understand what we believe is to join us in worship. In the Episcopal Church, we say "lex orandi, lex credendi," meaning the way we pray reflects what we believe.
We believe in the mystery and beauty of God: God is Three and God is One. We believe that Jesus is fully God and fully human, that he died for our sins, and that when he was lifted up on the cross, he drew all people to himself (John 12:32). We believe in the resurrection of the dead and that everything necessary for salvation is found in the Old and New Testaments. We honor the sacraments passed down through the church. In Baptism, we are welcomed as children of the Father and members of the Body of Christ. In the Holy Eucharist, we experience the Real Presence of Jesus Christ.
At St. Barnabas, we believe that "If it’s not about love, it’s not about God!" (Presiding Bishop Michael Curry). We strive to be a church rooted in love, where everyone is welcome.
If you’re curious about our beliefs, our clergy are always ready to engage in meaningful conversation. They may not have every answer, but they’re always eager to walk alongside you in the journey of faith.
For other expressions of beliefs in the Episcopal Church, do check out the Nicene Creed and the 39 Articles of Religion.
What we do: "devoted [ourselves] to the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers." (Acts 2:42)
As a community of faith, our lives revolve around worship and prayer. Through these sacred practices, we are empowered to live out God's call to "do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with your God" (Micah 6:8). Worship is where it all begins, and the best way to understand what we believe is to join us in worship. In the Episcopal Church, we say "lex orandi, lex credendi," meaning the way we pray reflects what we believe.
We believe in the mystery and beauty of God: God is Three and God is One. We believe that Jesus is fully God and fully human, that he died for our sins, and that when he was lifted up on the cross, he drew all people to himself (John 12:32). We believe in the resurrection of the dead and that everything necessary for salvation is found in the Old and New Testaments. We honor the sacraments passed down through the church. In Baptism, we are welcomed as children of the Father and members of the Body of Christ. In the Holy Eucharist, we experience the Real Presence of Jesus Christ.
At St. Barnabas, we believe that "If it’s not about love, it’s not about God!" (Presiding Bishop Michael Curry). We strive to be a church rooted in love, where everyone is welcome.
If you’re curious about our beliefs, our clergy are always ready to engage in meaningful conversation. They may not have every answer, but they’re always eager to walk alongside you in the journey of faith.
For other expressions of beliefs in the Episcopal Church, do check out the Nicene Creed and the 39 Articles of Religion.
THE ST. BARNABAS MISSION PRAYER
Almighty and eternal God, so draw our hearts to you, so guide our minds, so fill our imaginations, so control our wills,
that we may be wholly yours, utterly dedicated to you.
Give us courage to be like our patron St. Barnabas who gave generously of his life and substance
for the relief of the poor and the spread of the Gospel.
Grant us the courage and grace to pursue your kingdom and minister to the suffering,
the friendless, and the needy.
Make us of one mind, one body, one heart, united through Jesus Christ,
to be a beacon of love in this community.
All this we pray for the love of Him who laid down his life for us, Jesus Christ. Amen.
that we may be wholly yours, utterly dedicated to you.
Give us courage to be like our patron St. Barnabas who gave generously of his life and substance
for the relief of the poor and the spread of the Gospel.
Grant us the courage and grace to pursue your kingdom and minister to the suffering,
the friendless, and the needy.
Make us of one mind, one body, one heart, united through Jesus Christ,
to be a beacon of love in this community.
All this we pray for the love of Him who laid down his life for us, Jesus Christ. Amen.
THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Our history is just as unique as our name
The Church of EnlgandHow the Church began in England...not all about divorce...
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The Church in AmericaFrom an English mission to an American Church
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Time LineA highlight of our history
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