Events – Saint Peter's Episcopal Church

Our Worship Services

Jesus answered him, "It is written, 'Worship the Lord your God, and serve only him.’" (Luke 4: 8)

As of August 1, 2020, we welcome you to once again worship with us in person! However, our schedule has been modified. We hold a Saturday evening service at 5 PM - which alternates weekly between a Rite I Eucharist and a Rite II Eucharist - and a Sunday morning service at 10 AM, which is a Rite II Eucharist with music (although there is no congregational singing at this time). We are limited to 45 persons and require masks for ages 2+. Our services are streamed on St. Peter's YouTube for those who choose to worship from home. Our most recent Sunday service is embedded here

Saturday 5:00 PM

In the sanctuary; no music

This contemplative service uses the same Bible lessons appointed for Sunday worship. The liturgy follows Rite II in the Book of Common Prayer, which uses contemporary English for celebrating the sacrament of Holy Eucharist each week. Healing Prayers are offered before the service for those who desire laying-on-of-hands and anointing. On the first Saturday of the month, following worship (@ 6 PM), some congregation members choose to meet at Medport Diner for dinner and fellowship.

Sunday 7:45 AM

In the sanctuary; no music

This contemplative liturgy follows Rite 1 in The Book of Common Prayer, which uses traditional language ("thee" and "thou"), for celebrating the sacrament of Holy Eucharist each week. After worship, the congregation gathers in Williams Hall for coffee.

Sunday 10:15 AM

In the sanctuary with music

Our primary Sunday worship service following Rite II in The Book of Common Prayer, with scripture readings, a sermon, prayers, Holy Communion, and music led by our organist and choir. The third Sunday is often a children's service with a presentation by a Sunday school class and a homily directed to the children. Children are encouraged to attend the entire worship service, but if parent or child needs a respite, our nursery offers care for infants and toddlers. There is also "Children's Chapel" for preschool to grade 2 during the first half of the service (in our chapel) most weeks September to May. After worship, you are invited to Williams Hall for coffee and light refreshments.

Wednesday 10:00 AM

In the Moore Memorial Chapel; no music

This celebration of Holy Eucharist focuses on Jesus’ ministry of healing in body, mind and spirit, offering laying on of hands and anointing for healing. The lessons are usually taken from appointed feast days (sometimes transferred) and the homily reflects on the various types of healing that can occur.

Special Services

Location and music vary

During the seasons of Advent (December) and Lent (March and the beginning of April), we offer Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer in the Moore Memorial Chapel, Monday through Friday. In Advent, we say Morning Prayer at 9:00 AM and Evening Prayer at 7:00 PM. In Lent, we say Morning Prayer at 9:00 AM, and Evening Prayer Monday through Thursday at 7:00 PM. On Fridays in Lent, we offer Stations of the Cross in the Sanctuary at 7:00 PM.

Throughout the year there are important Feast or Fast days, like Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, the Easter Vigil and the Ascension of Jesus. Please check our event page to see all the details about where and the when the service will be held.

Baptisms, Weddings, Funerals

Click on image to learn more about how to arrange to hold your baptism, wedding, or funeral at St. Peter's.

Holy Baptism

Christian life begins with the sacrament of baptism, the full initiation by water and the Holy Spirit into Christ's body, the Church. Baptism is the outward and visible sign of an inward and spiritual grace. Through this sacrament we become united with Christ in His death and resurrection and forgiven of our sins so that we may participate in a new life in the Holy Spirit. Baptism is an important act of obedience to God's will and a sign of His love and adoption for the persons being baptized. Families that wish to have a member baptized should be members or intend to become so. Click on photo for more info.

Marriage

Very soon after becoming engaged, you should make an appointment to talk with a clergy member of St. Peter’s. By contacting the church early (preferably before choosing a reception hall), you can find out what is required by this congregation in order to get married here. Click on photo for more info.

Funeral

The clergy and people of St. Peter’s extend their prayers and condolences to you upon the death of your loved one. We hope that these guidelines help you to plan a funeral service within the liturgy of the Episcopal Church that comforts you and your family at this time. To assist you, the priest has developed the following step by step Funeral Planning Guide, which includes suggested readings and hymns. Click on photo for more info.