Mission and Values
The mission of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church is rooted in the cross of San Damiano. We are a welcoming, inclusive, and progressive community of passionate disciples of Jesus: loving and serving God’s beloved creation, participating in creative worship and in works of liberation, peace, and justice.
“Preach the gospel at all times. When necessary, use words”
- St. Francis of Assisi
At. St. Paul's, we strive to be a community that is...
A place where everyone is welcome
You don’t have to look, think, vote, love, or believe a certain way to belong here. We trust that God’s love is wide, generous, and without exceptions. We believe every person is created with dignity and worth, and we try to live that out by listening deeply, honoring each other’s stories, and celebrating what makes each of us unique.
A community that gathers on purpose
We show up for one another. From worship to shared meals to life’s hard moments, we gather as real people with real questions and needs. Our worship is rooted in the Episcopal tradition, using scripture, prayer, and ritual to help us notice God’s presence in everyday life — not just in church, but everywhere.
People learning to follow Jesus together
We look to Jesus as our guide — especially the way he welcomed outsiders, shared meals with unlikely people, and stood alongside the poor and forgotten. Following Jesus, for us, means pulling up more chairs at the table and letting love lead the way.
Committed to love, healing, and justice
We believe faith should make the world more whole. That means caring for one another, working toward reconciliation, standing up for human rights, and rejecting violence and abuse in all its forms. It also means caring for the earth — honoring creation and protecting the planet we share.
Creative, meaningful worship
Our worship blends the ancient and the modern — music, art, silence, and story — creating space for people to encounter God in ways that speak to the heart as well as the mind. You don’t need to know what to do or say; just come as you are.
What you’ll experience in worship
Our faith story is told through our worship — sometimes called the Mass. You’ll hear prayers and songs that Christians have shared for centuries, alongside fresh expressions that speak to today. Communion (bread and wine) is central to our worship, reminding us of Jesus’ love and our connection to one another. If it’s new to you, that’s okay — curiosity is welcome here.
What we believe
We follow the teachings of Jesus Christ, whose life showed us how to love, whose death revealed the cost of that love, and whose resurrection gives us hope.
And above all, we believe this:
God loves you. No exceptions.
About the Episcopal Church
The Episcopal Church is part of a global Christian family and has a long history of inclusion. People of all genders and sexual orientations serve in leadership at every level. Clergy and laypeople share responsibility for the life of the church. Questions, doubt, and growth are not only allowed — they’re expected.
If you’re searching for a spiritual home, you are welcome here.