Worship lies at the heart of the Christian life. It is in worship that we express our theology and define our identity. It is through encountering God within worship that we are formed (and transformed) as God's people. www.churchofengland.org
How We Worship
We worship in the Anglican-Episcopal tradition. It's a rich tradition using ancient & historic prayers in modern language, using ritual and symbol that engages all the senses - sight, sound, smell, touch and taste - in prayer and praise.
We use the Book of Common Prayer (1979) to order our worship, we use the Revised Common Lectionary to guide our Sunday Scripture lessons, and a good dose of humor to remember joy and to not take ourselves too seriously even as we take our worship seriously.
A few tips...
Whoever you are, and wherever you find yourself on the journey of faith, you are welcome at St Aidan's just as you are.
We worship in the Anglican-Episcopal tradition. It's a rich tradition using ancient & historic prayers in modern language, using ritual and symbol that engages all the senses - sight, sound, smell, touch and taste - in prayer and praise.
We use the Book of Common Prayer (1979) to order our worship, we use the Revised Common Lectionary to guide our Sunday Scripture lessons, and a good dose of humor to remember joy and to not take ourselves too seriously even as we take our worship seriously.
A few tips...
- Name Tags: We use name tags not only to help us get to know our visitors more easily and vice versa, but to refresh our memories about who we are. We're a friendly bunch! Sign-ups for a permanent name tag in Dietel Hall, paper name tags are available in pews throughout the church.
- Holy Communion: All who desire a deeper walk with Christ are welcome at the altar for Holy Communion of bread and/or wine. You may drink from the chalice or dip the bread in the chalice before eating it. If you need a gluten free bread, please inform the priest at the altar rail. If you do not wish to receive Communion but wish a blessing, cross your arms over your chest. Or you may remain in your pew for prayer. If you have not been baptized and are interested in learning more, please let somebody know.
- The Prayers of the People: To add names to the list of names prayed for in the Prayers of the People you may tell a priest or a member of the Bishop's Committee at any time, contact the church office, or speak the name aloud at designated times. Names typically stay on the Prayers of the People list 6-8 weeks and then are removed, unless requested they remain.
- Child Care: The nursery is through the double glass doors at the front foyer. If needed, ask an usher for help, they'll be happy to guide you.
- Large Print BCP's (Books of Common Prayer): These are available in pew backs throughout the church.
- eBulletins - An electronic bulletin with all readings, prayers, responses and music for use on your tablet each Sunday is attached to the weekly our weekly email newsletter, the St Aidan ePistle. Click here to receive the ePistle.
- Quiet Meditation: After the welcome and before the opening hymn is a silent period for meditation. Being quiet before worship helps prepare us for what is to come.
Whoever you are, and wherever you find yourself on the journey of faith, you are welcome at St Aidan's just as you are.
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Music at St Aidan's
Our music seeks to be God-focused and inspiring. Sunday morning at the 10:00 am service classic church hymnody and contemporary music adorns the Rite II service. As professionally trained musicians, the choir director and the pianist/organist use their talents and expertise to lead the congregation and the choir. The choir director works closely with the Vicar in choosing music that supports themes of the day. Choir festivals add opportunities for singing God’s praises and enjoying fellowship. St. Aidan’s hosts the Stanwood-Camano Messiah sing-along each year, inviting local artists to perform in the orchestra or sing solos.
Our music seeks to be God-focused and inspiring. Sunday morning at the 10:00 am service classic church hymnody and contemporary music adorns the Rite II service. As professionally trained musicians, the choir director and the pianist/organist use their talents and expertise to lead the congregation and the choir. The choir director works closely with the Vicar in choosing music that supports themes of the day. Choir festivals add opportunities for singing God’s praises and enjoying fellowship. St. Aidan’s hosts the Stanwood-Camano Messiah sing-along each year, inviting local artists to perform in the orchestra or sing solos.
Photography/Videography by Kathy Hastings