WELCOME TO SAINT PETER'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Welcome to St. Peter’s Episcopal Church
Whoever you are, wherever you find yourself on the journey of faith, you are welcome at St. Peter’s.
We are a diverse group of Christian believers, following the Way of Jesus by many different paths. We welcome all people and all that you are – your questions, your doubts, your ideas, your passions, your stories, and your experiences – all those things that make you the unique person God has created you to be. We believe that God invites us to grow spiritually, transforming our lives into ever more loving relationship with one another and all of creation.
As a small parish within the Episcopal Church, we are also a member of the worldwide Anglican Communion. Our theology, worship, and organizational structures embody aspects of Roman Catholicism, Orthodox Christianity, and Reformed Protestantism, which make us attractive to people from many different religious backgrounds who are seeking a spiritual community. Our worship encompasses ancient and contemporary forms of worship. We invite you to join us on Sunday morning at 9:00 a.m. to learn more about our worship, fellowship, and commitment to serving Christ in our neighborhood and the world.
We also invite you on Sundays to our Celtic Eucharist worship at 5:30 p.m. Drawn from the liturgical traditions of Iona and Northumbria, our service combines meditative silence, simplicity of utterance, and faithful commitment to care for the earth. This way of prayer, of opening oneself to God’s love, forgiveness, and hope – to the fullness of God’s presence in our lives – is hundreds of years old but also speaks with immediacy to the yearning of our hearts now.
You can also join us during the week for Morning Prayer or for a contemplative Eucharist on Wednesday mornings.
Sunday Worship Schedule
9:00 a.m. – Choral Eucharist
5:30 p.m.– Celtic Eucharist (with music and chant)
Weekday Worship Schedule
Monday – No worship (rector’s sabbath)
Tuesday – Morning Prayer, 7:00 a.m.
Wednesday – Contemplative Eucharist, 7:00 a.m.
Thursday – Morning Prayer, 7:00 a.m.
Friday – Morning Prayer, 7:00 a.m.
Saturday – Morning Prayer, 7:00 a.m.
A Centering Prayer Group gathers on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month, at 8:30 a.m. in the Rector’s Parlor.
Latest News
Ash Wednesday March 4
Ash Wednesday – March 6, Ash Wednesday services of Holy Eucharist with Imposition of Ashes will be held at 7:00am, 12:00pm (spoken service), and 5:30pm (choral service). Ashes to Go – St. Peter’s will be offering Ashes to Go in downtown Rockland on Ash Wednesday (March 6th), again joining up with our friends from Nativity Lutheran. Ashes […]
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Lunch
March 5th, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., the Episcopal Church Women are again hosting a special Shrove Tuesday Pancake Lunch with pancakes, sausage, syrup, fruit and sherbet. All are invited to this traditional feast before the season of Lent begins on Wednesday. Adults $8, for adults; $4 for children – and pay at the door (reservations not required) Proceeds will […]
Final Session of “Spirituality at the End of Life” March 3 at 4 p.m.
The final program in the series “Spirituality At the End of Life”St. Peter’s Episcopal Church’s series concludes on Sunday March 3rd at 4 pmAs people age, issues in life raise questions that often are notexperienced in their youthful years. They may seek answers forthemselves, friends, or older relatives. The series has covered palliativecare, hospice, funeral […]
Reading the Bible Online Seminar Feb. 21 & 28
An online two-week discussion of how the Bible came into being, ways to read it, and how Episcopalians read it. You can join this from the comfort of your home. We will meet online on Thursdays February 21 & 28. Orientation and introductions are at 6:00pm and the seminar is from 6:15-7:15. If you are new to […]
Annual Meeting Sunday Jan. 20 followed by “Meet the Candidates”
Sunday, January 20, immediately following the 9:00 a.m. service, the parish will gather in the sanctuary for the Annual Meeting. This is your opportunity to elect Vestry members and delegates to the Diocesan Convention. Reports will be presented, primarily in written form, to update everyone on the activities or the past year and plans for […]
Summary of Advent and Christmas Activities
Advent & Christmas Activities at St. Peter’s December 15, 9:00 am – 1:00 p.m. Advent Quiet Day; December 16, 5:30 pm, Festival Service of Nine Lessons and Carols; December 23, 9:00 am, Fourth Sunday of Advent; 10:00 am, Greening of the Church; December 24, 8:00 pm, Christmas Eve, Candlelight Eucharist with Choir; December 25,10:30am, Christmas Day, Festive Christmas Eucharist; 12:30 pm Community Christmas Meal; December […]
Upcoming Activities & Events
