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Traditional Worship

The sacrament of Christ's body and blood, and the principal act of Christian worship. The term is from the Greek, “thanksgiving.” Jesus instituted the eucharist “on the night when he was betrayed.” At the Last Supper he shared the bread and cup of wine at a sacred meal with his disciples. The Last Supper provides the basis for the fourfold eucharistic action of taking, blessing, breaking, and sharing. Christ's body and blood are really present in the sacrament of the eucharist and received by faith. Christ's presence is also known in the gathered eucharistic community.

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Steel Drum Service

The “Sandals, Shorts, & Steel Drum” Eucharistic Service is held every Sunday from 11:30am-12pm at St. Paul’s By-the-Sea Episcopal Church. Everyone attending joins in by playing a percussion instrument with the Steel Drum music. Come as you are; Everyone is Welcome!


Grab your family, neighbors and work friends - Join us!

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Traditional Service

A Short Wednesday Morning Eucharist

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Bible Study

Discover the Bible: Classes are every Sunday at 9:00 am in the Christopher Conference Room. These classes offer a closer look into the day’s lectionary readings.


Centering Prayer: Meets Mondays at 6pm. Currently they are studying: “Resurrecting Jesus: Embodying the Spirit of a Revolutionary Mystic” by Adyashanti. The Zoom link and login info are on our website.  All are welcome!


Donuts, Discussion & the Divine Word: Please join us for our weekly Wonderful Wednesday Bible Study & Donut Devotion at 9:00am in the Christopher Conference Room. Holy Eucharist follows at 10:30am.

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Service Matters

The word acolyte means is derived from the Greek word akolouthos, which means "attendant" or "one who helps". Anyone who serves as an Acolyte is joining the ranks of those who have helped with the worship service since the early Christian church. At St. Paul’s by the Sea, youth are eligible to serve as an Acolyte when they enter the 4th grade and can continue until their graduation from high school. Acolytes are an integral part of the weekly worship service and on occasion their assistance is needed at funerals, weddings and special services. They also decorate the church for Pentecost and host Coffee Hour once a year.

 


Anne Wiggins, Head of Acolytes

Making Services Smooth

This group serves by preparing for church services. The AltarGuild works directly with the priest to help the worship life of the parish run smoothly. Duties include preparing the Altar for the Eucharist, cleaning up after ther service, and providing care of the linens and vestments.

The First Face You See

Ushers work as a welcoming commitee, serving at both Sunday services, which allows these services to run smoothly.

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