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Who We Are

What is an Episcopalian?

  • We celebrate our unity in Christ while honoring our differences, always putting the work of love before uniformity of opinion.
  •  Episcopalians also recognize that there is grace after divorce and do not deny the sacraments to those who have been divorced.
  •  We uphold the Bible and worship with the Book of Common Prayer.
  •  Lay people exercise a vital role in the governance and ministry of our church.
  • Both men and women, including those who are married, are eligible for ordination as deacons, priests and bishops.
  •  The Episcopal Church is part of the worldwide Anglican Communion, and traces its heritage to the beginnings of Christianity.
  • The Episcopal Church has members in the United States and the territory of Puerto Rico; and also in Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Venezuela, Curacao, Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Haiti, Honduras, Micronesia, Taiwan, and the Virgin Islands.
  • As Episcopalians, we are followers of Jesus Christ, our Lord, and we believe in the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
  • We strive to love our neighbors as ourselves and respect the dignity of every person.
  • Our liturgy retains ancient structure and traditions and is celebrated in many languages.
  • We believe in amendment of life, the forgiveness of sin, and life everlasting.
  •  Holy Communion may be received by all baptized Christians, not only members of the Episcopal Church.
  •  We affirm that committed relationships are lifelong and monogamous.
  •  We affirm that issues such as birth control are matters of personal informed conscience.
  •  All are welcome to find a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church.

Growing Our Church for God’s Work

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Please note that the donation will be directed to The Diocese of West Missouri’s account but they will absorb all of the processing costs and forward your full donation to us.