St Andrews Episcopal Church

St. Andrew's is a Christ centered, mission focused community of faith that strives to be the hands, feet, heart and voice of Jesus. We believe in following the teachings of Jesus Christ, whose life, death, and resurrection saved the world. The Episcopal Church celebrates diversity, honors tradition and transforms hearts and lives. We strive to live by the example of Jesus Christ, welcoming the stranger and the outcast, helping our neighbors, and offering forgiveness and love. We walk the "middle way" between Protestant and catholic traditions. The liturgy (the way we do church) and the sacraments (actions that we believe are visible signs of grace) are very important in the life of the Episcopal Church. Often, we also walk the "middle way" in our theology and debates. We don't believe that everyone must agree with each other - but that we can enter into thoughtful, respectful discussion on a range of issues. The Episcopal Church has between 2-3 million members in about 7,500 congregations in the United States, the Virgin Islands, Haiti, Europe, and other areas in North America. We are part of the larger Anglican Communion, which has 70 million followers around the world. We live out the ministry of Jesus Christ as part of the Diocese of Southern Ohio, Episcopal Church and the worldwide Anglican Communion We believe that God loves you - no exceptions.