What to Expect
No Pressure Participation
In liturgical worship, participants actively engage in worship. We stand, kneel, recite prayers, sing, and make the sign of the cross. If you're new to this kind of worship, it can feel a little intimidating. But don't worry, there are no expectations. In fact, you will notice that some participate more than others. We invite you to just sit, watch and listen until you feel comfortable joining in.
The Liturgy or Mass
Our liturgical worship services are written in the Book of Common Prayer, 1979 edition. "Liturgy" comes from a Greek word meaning “a work for the people. ” The first part of the service is centered around reading and preaching the Word of God. The second part is centered around the Altar and Eucharist.
The Eucharist or Holy Communion
The word "Eucharist" means "Thanksgiving." The Holy Eucharist is a sacrament and a sacrifice. In the Holy Eucharist, under the appearances of bread and wine, the Lord Christ is contained, offered, and received. The whole Christ is really, truly, and substantially present in the Holy Eucharist. We believe it is the source and summit of all Christian life.
For your convenience, we offer booklets with the words of the Mass and the order of service to make it easy for you to participate as you choose. Generally, we stand to sing, sit to listen, and kneel to pray. Many people make the sign of the cross during the liturgy and bow their head in respect at the name of Jesus. Do not feel pressured to do anything you are not comfortable with.
May I Receive Holy Communion?
Visitors who are baptized Christians, who repent of their sins (which may include sacramental confession for serious sins) and have faith in the Real Presence of Christ in the Sacrament (see 1 Corinthians 11:27-32 and John 6:51-58) and who receive it in their own church may receive Holy Communion with us. At the altar rail, the Host is placed on the tongue and the Precious Blood is offered by common cup. We also follow the tradition of fasting before Communion.
If you are not baptized or are not prepared to receive the sacrament on a particular occasion, remember that there is no obligation to receive Communion and that anyone is welcome to come forward to receive a blessing instead (cross your arms over your chest at the altar rail to indicate a desire for a blessing). If you have any questions, please speak to our priest, Fr. Don.
What's Available for Kids?
Children are important at St. Andrew's Church, and there's a place for them here. We encourage worshippers of all ages to participate in Sunday Eucharist however, there is childcare available during Sunday Mass for those who need it. Also, St. Andrew's offers Sunday School for kids and adults at 9 a.m. Sundays, annual training for Confirmation, Decision Point Youth Group Wednesdays at 7 pm., and opportunities to serve on Sundays and at other times throughout the year.
Livestreamed Services
St. Andrew's broadcasts our Sunday Mass each week. Visit us on Facebook to see what our services are like. We are an Anglican body of believers focused on worshipping God, pursuing holiness, and serving our community.
St. Andrew's is a traditional Anglican parish of the Episcopal Diocese of Fort Worth in the Anglican Church in North America (ACNA), and part of the world-wide Anglican Communion. We are a small but vibrant parish providing the Holy Eucharist, Bible studies, Sunday School for kids and adults, Youth Group, and regular Morning Prayer.
In liturgical worship, participants actively engage in worship. We stand, kneel, recite prayers, sing, and make the sign of the cross. If you're new to this kind of worship, it can feel a little intimidating. But don't worry, there are no expectations. In fact, you will notice that some participate more than others. We invite you to just sit, watch and listen until you feel comfortable joining in.
The Liturgy or Mass
Our liturgical worship services are written in the Book of Common Prayer, 1979 edition. "Liturgy" comes from a Greek word meaning “a work for the people. ” The first part of the service is centered around reading and preaching the Word of God. The second part is centered around the Altar and Eucharist.
The Eucharist or Holy Communion
The word "Eucharist" means "Thanksgiving." The Holy Eucharist is a sacrament and a sacrifice. In the Holy Eucharist, under the appearances of bread and wine, the Lord Christ is contained, offered, and received. The whole Christ is really, truly, and substantially present in the Holy Eucharist. We believe it is the source and summit of all Christian life.
For your convenience, we offer booklets with the words of the Mass and the order of service to make it easy for you to participate as you choose. Generally, we stand to sing, sit to listen, and kneel to pray. Many people make the sign of the cross during the liturgy and bow their head in respect at the name of Jesus. Do not feel pressured to do anything you are not comfortable with.
May I Receive Holy Communion?
Visitors who are baptized Christians, who repent of their sins (which may include sacramental confession for serious sins) and have faith in the Real Presence of Christ in the Sacrament (see 1 Corinthians 11:27-32 and John 6:51-58) and who receive it in their own church may receive Holy Communion with us. At the altar rail, the Host is placed on the tongue and the Precious Blood is offered by common cup. We also follow the tradition of fasting before Communion.
If you are not baptized or are not prepared to receive the sacrament on a particular occasion, remember that there is no obligation to receive Communion and that anyone is welcome to come forward to receive a blessing instead (cross your arms over your chest at the altar rail to indicate a desire for a blessing). If you have any questions, please speak to our priest, Fr. Don.
What's Available for Kids?
Children are important at St. Andrew's Church, and there's a place for them here. We encourage worshippers of all ages to participate in Sunday Eucharist however, there is childcare available during Sunday Mass for those who need it. Also, St. Andrew's offers Sunday School for kids and adults at 9 a.m. Sundays, annual training for Confirmation, Decision Point Youth Group Wednesdays at 7 pm., and opportunities to serve on Sundays and at other times throughout the year.
Livestreamed Services
St. Andrew's broadcasts our Sunday Mass each week. Visit us on Facebook to see what our services are like. We are an Anglican body of believers focused on worshipping God, pursuing holiness, and serving our community.
St. Andrew's is a traditional Anglican parish of the Episcopal Diocese of Fort Worth in the Anglican Church in North America (ACNA), and part of the world-wide Anglican Communion. We are a small but vibrant parish providing the Holy Eucharist, Bible studies, Sunday School for kids and adults, Youth Group, and regular Morning Prayer.
