OUR BELIEFS

Our MISSION

The mission of the Church is to restore all people to unity with God and with each other in Christ. The Church pursues its mission as it prays and worships, proclaims the gospel and promotes justice, peace and love. The Church carries out its mission through the ministry of all its members.

Our Mission at St. Paul’s by the Sea is to be a community that expresses the love of Christ through an environment that engages the mind, body, and spirit, encouraging all people to make a difference through worship, education, fellowship and community service.

We uphold the Bible and worship with the Book of Common Prayer. We believe the Holy Scriptures are the revealed Word of God. In worship we unite ourselves with one another to acknowledge the holiness of God, to hear God’s Word, to offer prayer and praise and to celebrate the Sacraments. The Celebration of Holy Eucharist is the central act of worship in accordance with Jesus’ command to His disciples. Holy Communion may be received by all baptized Christians, not only members of the Episcopal Church.

THE EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF FLORIDA

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THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH

The Episcopal Church is part of the worldwide Anglican Communion with 70 million members in 164 countries. The word “Episcopal” refers to government by bishops. The historic episcopate continues the work of the first apostles in the Church, guarding the faith, unity and discipline of the Church. Both men and women, including those who are married, are eligible for ordination as deacons, priests and bishops.

We strive to love our neighbors as ourselves and respect the dignity of every person. We welcome all to find a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church.

Join us! We welcome each and every one of you to encounter the Lord’s unconditional love with us.

Learn more at: What We Believe