Are Worship Services The Same In All Southern Episcopal Churches?

Essentially, Yes! You may find some variation of customs from parish to parish. If you are new to Anglican worship you may find same customs in the worship service unfamiliar. The priest at your local parish will be happy to explain to you the symbolism of our worship. One general rule of thumb for Anglicans is that we stand to praise God, sit for listening to instruction, and kneel to pray. One of the several exceptions occurs when we stand to pray at Baptisms and Weddings.

Worship is a prime responsibility for all Christians. We believe that the life of Christian service is possible only through a full life of worship, through which we receive God’s love and express our love to Him. Hence, we believe it is our obligation not only to worship God together every Lord’s Day but also to have a daily life of prayer. A number of our parishes are able to offer the Daily Offices and the Holy Eucharist during the week, as well as on the Lord’s Day.