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Our FaithAs Anglicans, we are both Evangelical and Catholic. That is what distinguishes us from other Christian churches. We are Evangelical in that we believe that the Old and New Testament are the inspired Word of God, containing all things necessary for salvation. The Bible is the unchangeable standard for Christian faith and life. Our preaching, theology and teaching all reflect these principles. We are Catholic because we have retained the ancient Sacraments and practices of the Church, as well as the ordained ministries of bishop, priest and deacon. Our worship and liturgies reflect these realities.
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Anglican HeritageOur Heritage has it’s roots in the ancient Christian churches of the British Isles and stands among the most ancient of the Christian faith traditions. The Anglican church itself is a product of the English Reformation and practices what is called the “via media” which means “middle way” between the Reformed Protestant and Roman Catholic faith traditions. As a result, Anglicans are Evangelical in their approach and attitudes regarding the Bible and its preaching of the Gospel and Catholic in their approach to worship and sacraments.
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LiturgicalLiturgy is defined as a prescribed form according to which Christian worship is conducted. Our worship is interactive in the sense that the congregation participates. We are not merely observers but active participants, bringing spirits and voices to the unity of the adoration of God. The structure is consistent, but the content changes through the weeks and seasons of the Christian year, to underscore and teach the meaning and message of our Lord’s life, death and resurrection. We are part of the Anglican Church in North America (ACNA) and use the ACNA Book of Common Prayer 2019 for our services.
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In prayer we call to God. If we call with love , again and again, knowing without doubt that He hears us, He will always respond. Prayer is not about asking, for God knows our needs before we even ask. Instead , prayer is about our heart. John Bunyan once said, “In prayer it is better to have a heart without words than words without a heart.”
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When you pray to God, let your love for Him well up within you and affirm your relationship with Him. Then, when you speak your prayer, He will hear you and will answer you. Whether you pray with prepared prayers or spontaneous prayers, alone or with a group, let your devotion be the net that captures His attention, for He cannot ignore the true call from your heart.
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