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We are so glad you're considering St. Catherine's as your church home!
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We hope you’ve had a chance to worship with us and get a feel for our warm, welcoming community. Church is more than just Sundays — it’s growing in faith, serving side by side, and showing up for one another.
We’d love to get to know you and help you find your place here. Read on to explore ways you (and your family) can "Get Connected" and discover what makes St. Cat’s feel like home.
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And sometimes we have questions that are more practical — like how to switch churches — or just don’t fit neatly into any category, but still matter — like how much to pledge. We’ve done our best to anticipate those here, but if you don’t see what you’re looking for, just reach out. We’re always happy to help.
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Father Trey
And sometimes we have questions that are more practical — like how to switch churches — or just don’t fit neatly into any category, but still matter — like how much to
pledge. We’ve done our best to anticipate those here, but if you don’t see what you’re looking for, just reach out. We’re always happy to help.
How is the Episcopal Church governed?
What is a vestry?
Is there a newcomer class?
How do I become a member?
What if I was confirmed in another denomination?
How do I join St. Catherine’s if I’ve been a member at another Episcopal Church?
Giving to St. Catherine's
Members share responsibility for all aspects of the church, including ensuring its financial health. We call this gift of Time, Talent, and Treasure “Stewardship.”
St. Catherine’s budget is supported through annual gifts from current members. These funds are raised through the annual giving campaign in the fall, when members are invited to pledge for the coming year. Even though the campaign is in the fall, new members are invited and encouraged to pledge at any point during the year.
What is a pledge?
Why do we pledge?
How much do we pledge?
How can we give to St. Catherine's?
What is Realm?
Where do our gifts go?
What is the Great Oak Fund?
More Resources
Books
Your Faith Your Life: An Invitation to the Episcopal Church by Jenifer Gamber with Bill Lewellis — A comprehensive and accessible introduction to all things Episcopalian.
Walk in Love: Episcopal Beliefs and Practices by Scott Gunn and Melody Wilson Shobe — Walks through the liturgical year, the sacraments of the church, habits of daily
prayer, and the teachings of Anglican Christianity.
Inwardly Digest: The Prayer Book as Guide to a Spiritual Life by Derek Olsen – The Book of Common Prayer is more than a service book; it is a map to a deeper relationship with God, a framework for developing a more intentional and rewarding life of faith.
The Ultimate Quest: A Geek’s Guide to (The Episcopal) Church by Jordan Haynie Ware — This tongue-incheek introduction uses an “it’s geek to me” approach to translate Episcopal concepts and rich traditions into geek
language, accompanied by comics that help maneuver through the liturgical and theological workings of our tradition.
Apps
BCP: Daily Office Readings - Lists the day’s readings so you can use them during your prayer times. It’s also a great way to keep reading the Bible!
Venite App - Resource to help you pray the daily prayers from the Book of Common Prayer.
Websites
MissionStClare.com - A website that features daily prayer options, including music, readings, and prayers, based on the Episcopal calendar of readings.
How2Charist.com - A free 60-minute video that guides the viewer through a typical Episcopal service of Communion, explaining why we do what we do.