Worship Services
Worship is central to the life of our parish. We believe that worship connects us with God, each other, and that the Gospel calls us out into our community as agents of change. The shape of our liturgy is meant to be formed and informed with beauty and holiness to reflect the grace and beauty and holiness of God. We seek to…
Visiting – What to Expect on a Sunday Morning
Greeters will welcome you at the front door of the parish and they will give you a Sunday service bulletin. The Greeters are a good source for any questions you may have before, or during the service. If you have any special needs, like you are unable to come up to the rail for Communion, but would still like to receive, tell…
Music
Music is an integral part of the 10 A.M. service. The Organist plays the organ and directs the Choir. Guest musicians from inside and outside the congregation often add to the music. This includes brass instruments on Christmas Eve and Easter Sunday and our Handbells beautiful sound throughout the year. “
Ministries
There are many ways to be an active participant in worship services at Epiphany, both behind the scenes and throughout the service. No matter what your talent, there is a place for you at Epiphany! Acolytes Acolytes assist in worship by carrying the Processional Cross, lighting candles, holding the Gospel book, holding candles or torches, handling the Offertory plate, assisting the Deacon…
Sermons
Sermons can now be heard on Facebook as part of the Live Streaming of the 10am Worship Service https://www.facebook.com/EpiphanyGatesNY/
Baptisms
Baptism is a Sacrament: an outward and visible sign of inward and invisible non-material reality. Our Book of Common Prayer states: a sacrament is an outward and visible signs of inward and spiritual grace, given by Christ as sure and certain means by which we receive that grace. Grace is God’s favor toward us, unearned and undeserved; by grace God forgives our sins, enlightens our…
Weddings
Congratulations! We are delighted that you are considering beginning your marriage at The Church of the Epiphany. We look forward to working with you. Many others work behind the scenes to make your wedding dreams a reality, but we will be your primary contacts. We hope this explanation of our roles is useful to you. Our clergy officiate at most weddings at…