Worship

St. David's is a welcoming spiritual home for people of diverse religious backgrounds, reflected in our variety of musical styles. We offer traditional hymns rooted in Episcopal identity, spirituals that convey hope from the Anglican tradition, gospels that bring energy to worship, and contemporary songs that connect to today's world. Our music includes choral works, special pieces, Anglican chant, and congregational singing.

St. David's Choir

The Choir meets on Thursday evenings to share our joys and sorrows, pray, and rehearse for Sunday worship, as well as other special services during the church year.

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Sacraments

Sacraments are outward and visible signs of inward and spiritual grace, given by Christ as sure and certain means for receiving God’s grace.

Baptism

We welcome people of all ages to explore the meanings and requirements of baptism; we believe in one baptism for the forgiveness of sins, as the “bond which God establishes in Baptism is indissoluble” (Book of Common Prayer, p. 298).

Eucharist

The Eucharist, or Holy Communion, is the central act of Christian worship, commemorating Jesus' Last Supper with his disciples. In this sacrament, Christ's body and blood are truly present, received by faith, and celebrated in community.

Confirmation

Confirmation is a sacramental rite where candidates make a mature commitment to Christ, strengthened by the Holy Spirit through the bishop's prayer and laying on of hands. It includes Confirmation, Reception, and Reaffirmation of Baptismal Vows, supporting baptized Christians in reaffirming their faith and baptismal promises.

Ordination

Ordination is the sacramental rite where bishops, priests, and deacons are granted authority and the Holy Spirit’s grace through prayer and the laying on of hands by bishops. Bishops lead and unify the church, priests assist in governance and sacraments, and deacons focus on serving those in need.

Holy Matrimony

At St. David’s, we believe that the rite of marriage expresses the love of God for and is open to both opposite sex and same sex couples. Marriage is a sacred covenant between two people in the presence of God, intended as a lifelong union for mutual joy, support, and, if it is God’s will, the nurturing of children.

Reconciliation of a Penitent

The sacrament of Reconciliation, also called confession or penance, allows individuals to confess their sins to God in the presence of a priest, receiving forgiveness and absolution. This ministry of reconciliation, rooted in God’s grace, can occur at any time and place, with absolute confidentiality assured.

Anointing of the Sick

Anointing with oil is a sacramental act symbolizing God’s presence for healing, initiation, and ordination. In baptism, anointing with chrism seals the person with the Holy Spirit, marking them as Christ’s own forever, while in healing services, it accompanies prayers and the laying on of hands.

Funerals & Memorial Services

Funerals and Memorial Service provide a time to remember and honor a loved one’s life while finding comfort in God’s promise of eternal life. The service may include hymns, scripture readings, prayers, a homily, and Holy Communion, all set within a liturgy that reflects hope in the resurrection. The Paschal candle symbolizes Jesus' resurrection, offering a reminder of eternal life in Christ for those who mourn.

WEDDING GUIDELINES

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Memorial Garden

This beautiful and peaceful space is where we hold dear the memories of those we love but see no longer. You are invited to come to the garden for prayer and meditation.

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Seasonal Services

Saint David’s offers meaningful services to mark the passage of time in the church year or to mark a special observance or event. These include:

Blessing of the Animals – held in the fall during the Feast of St. Francis.
The Bishop’s Annual Visitation – usually including Confirmation and Reception of New Members.
Advent/Lenten Services – meditative services that help us prepare for Christmas or Easter.
Ash Wednesday – a contemplative service as we begin the season of Lent which precedes Easter.
Holy Week Services – we mark the days leading up to Jesus’ death and resurrection of the dead!
Christmas Eve – we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ by telling the story with children and family at the early service and special music at the late service.
Easter – we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, who redeems us from death and sin.
Pentecost – we celebrate the promised gift of the Holy Spirit that moves through and enlivens the church.