why worship with us?
Worship helps us form a relationship with God - as well as the spiritual part of ourselves - thus beginning a great journey of self-discovery.
We are all of us on a journey through life. What sustains you on your journey? Inspires you? No matter where you find yourself on your journey of faith, we invite you to come and share your story with us and be refreshed.
Jesus likened intimacy with
God to a source of
"living water" that never
runs dry: help for the journey
indeed. Worship can be
the first step in this kind of
relationship with God.
at first you may feel awkward
Like any of life's routines, worship may feel awkward
at first but becomes familiar over time. You
will find you look forward to it and sometimes are
even hungry for it.
Don't feel hesitant to come not knowing what to do. People will welcome you. Don't worry about bringing small children with you to our worship services. Children are an integral part of our worshiping community, and we value highly the many gifts they bring to us.
the gifts of worship to each person
Worship nourishes the best part of us. The mix of
readings and music is designed to stir the soul, as
is the beauty of the church itself and the sacred
objects it contains. Simply having time to be quiet
and listen to our hearts may open up new levels of
ourselves.
the gifts of worship to family life
As a family, attending regular worship is a little
like having a mini-Christmas every week. There is
music, and meaningful ritual. You are surrounded
by extended family. No cell phone calls or other
disturbances intrude: this is family time. Worship
gives your family a way to frame your life together
on a higher plane, where love and forgiveness are
cultivated and all are valued.
worship creates an extended family
Last but not least of worship's many gifts to us is
community. Members of our clergy lead us. Their
sermons often touch issues of concern in our lives.
We know they will be there at the crucial times of
our lives, in illness or death, in the celebration of
birth or marriage.
Sitting all around us are
imperfect, messy, wonderful
people on the same
path as we are. They, too,
are trying to make sense
of life and to be better
people. They want to be
challenged to grow and to
make the world a better place. You will find friends
of the heart to travel with over years of dinners
and walks and family cookouts.
how worship can change the world
If you persist, you may find the living water of God
to feed your soul, to bring you peace, to bless your
family and friends, to be a source of joy in deep
sorrow. And you will go forth to share what you
have found with a thirsty world.
Come worship with us and journey with God's creative love as your guide. Who knows where you will be led?
tips on worshiping
with children
Here are some tips to help you and your child have a great 
experience together during worship. The very things we love most about children can make it hard for them
to remain focused during worship. Here are some ways to help them be engaged and involved.
tips for parents
where to go and
what to expect
on Sunday morning
What happens during a Sunday
morning service at the Church of Our
Saviour?
click here to find out
Sunday services
7:45am Holy Eucharist
This short early morning (Rite I)
service uses formal, traditional language
and has an overall tone of contrition,
penitence, and repentance.
10:15am Family Eucharist
Our midmorning (Rite II) service uses
more contemporary language and
includes activities for children. Congregational
singing and choral music
offered by our adult, children's and
youth choirs are an important part of
this service.
At 10:00 we also offer worship designed
especially for children.
read more about Children's Worship
11:45am prayers for healing
After the 10:15 service clergy and lay
members wait in St. Luke's chapel in
the front of the church for those who
need individual prayers for healing
of body, mind, or relationships.
Wednesday service
11:30am Holy Eucharist
and healing service
This midweek, traditional communion
service includes the laying on
of hands for the healing of oneself,
loved ones, and the world. The names
of our community who have requested
prayer are also read aloud.
Taizé services
Our Taizé services alternate prayer,
readings, silence, and the singing of
simple, repetitive songs that create
a deep rest and peace. There is no
sermon or homily and generally no
Holy Eucharist. The service is modeled
after worship at the ecumenical
monastic community of Taizé, France.
check here for specific dates
For more information about our other contemplative programs, see our soul work page.
quick links
We are an Episcopal church, which means we find God's presence in liturgy and sacrament. Explore our faith and practice in the links below.
What is the Episcopal Church about?
www.ecusa.anglican.org/
Learn about our Anglican tradition
anglicansonline.org/
The Book of Common Prayer
justus.anglican.org/
The Nicene Creed
anglicansonline.org/
The Apostles' Creed
anglicansonline.org/
