About Us
Meet Our Clergy and Staff
The Rev. Cynthia Seifert
The Reverend Cindy Long
Deacon
James Jordan
Organist and Music Director
What We Believe
Summary of Faith: The Baptismal Covenant
We believe the Old and New Testaments of the Bible "contain all things necessary for salvation". Our faith commitments are summed up in our Baptismal Covenant:
Celebrant: Do you believe in God the Father?
People: I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.
Celebrant: Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God?
People: I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord,
He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit
and born of the Virgin Mary.
He suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died, and was buried.
He descended to the dead.
On the third day he rose again.
He ascended into heaven,
and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
He will come again to judge the living and the dead.
Celebrant: Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit?
People: I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy catholic Church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and the life everlasting.
Celebrant: Will you continue in the apostles' teaching and fellowship, in the breaking of the bread, and in the prayers?
People: I will, with God's help.
Celebrant: Will you persevere in resisting evil, and , whenever you fall into sin, repent and return to the Lord?
People: I will, with God's help.
Celebrant: Will you proclaim by word and example the Good News of God in Christ?
People: I will, with God's help.
Celebrant: Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving your neighbor as yourself?
People: I will, with God's help.
Celebrant: Will you strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being?
People: I will, with God's help.
The Episcopal Church is a big tent and holds many different views. Rev. Cynthia also leads an annual Epiphany 101 to help people learn more about Epiphany and the Episcopal Church.
For even more information, visit the Episcopal Church website https://www.episcopalchurch.org/what-we-believe
Children and Youth: Teaching the Faith
We love our children! Children are welcome in our church services. Parents: please don't worry if the kids get the wiggles. We expect that and have crayons and clipboards for those who want them.
Most parents are looking for a church that helps them teach their children the Christian faith and learn to walk in it. For now, we offer for children and teens:
- Children's sermon every Sunday at the 10:30 a.m. service.
- Children's Church during the sermon, creed, and prayers in the Sunday Service.
- Communion Class for second graders.
- Opportunity for kids to serve as acolytes.
- Back to School Sunday with the Blessing of the Backpacks.
- Baptisms.
- Vacation Bible School in the summer.
Additionally, our teenagers worship with us and participate in various ways. We also offer:
- Youth Group (6th-12th graders) after church once a month.
- Baptism and Confirmation Classes (age 15 and up) with mentoring in the fall.
- Opportunity to serve as an acolyte, choir, and help with the livestream of the 10:30 a.m. service.
- Diocesan youth events. (Visit www.edtn.org for more information.)
Get Involved: What is your ministry?
What is your ministry, and to what is God calling you?
Our Sunday morning helpers are the best. We offer multiple ministries, from greeting people who arrive at church to ushering people to their seats. Members of the Altar Guild set up and take down the altar, while those who are members of the Flower Guild arrange flowers for the altar each week (except during Lent). We also have members who serve as Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors/Readers, lead the Prayers of the people, and/or serve as Acolytes carrying the cross or torches. make coffee, and set out treats. Still others prepare the coffee and put out treats for the coffee hours that follow both services.
But the ways to get involved at Epiphany aren't limited to just Sundays. During the week, folks volunteer to do administrative tasks. Others help maintain the church building and grounds, and still more take communion to those who are homebound or in the hospital.
We also have congregants who work with our children and youth. For those who love music, we have a choir that rehearses weekly, as well as opportunities for individuals to use their musical talents to glorify God in song or by instrument.
The Order of the Daughters of the King is a group of women who pledge themselves to a lifelong practice of prayer, service, and evangelism. They are dedicated to the spread of Christ's Kingdom and strengthening the spiritual life of the parish.
The Lunch Bunch gathers on the third Thursday of the month for a casual Dutch-treat lunch at a restaurant, and we also have a Men's Breakfast meeting on the second Saturday of each month.
We would sincerely love to have you join our family, get involved where you feel comfortable, and find your ministry within Epiphany.