Since the New Testament era, the fundamental way that the Church has worshipped on Sundays and major holy days is by celebrating the Eucharist (the Mass, the Lord’s Supper).The Gospels and St. Paul tell us that Jesus gathered his disciples at a meal, took and blessed bread and wine, and said, “This is my body, this is my blood. Do this.” The Church has believed it and done it ever since. In the Eucharist we praise God, hear and reflect on Holy Scripture, offer prayer for ourselves and for the world, and encounter the Living Christ as we receive his Body and Blood.We are thereby forgiven, strengthened, healed, renewed and sent back out to serve the world in the name of Jesus.
We celebrate the Eucharist at St. Paul’s at various times and in various ways: • Sunday at 8:00 am: This service is shorter – about forty minutes – and has no music. • Sunday at 10:30 am: The principal worship service of the day lasts an hour or so.Music is provided by the organ, the adult and children’s choirs, and the congregation’s singing.The bell choir plays on occasion, and special occasions often include guest musicians. • Wednesday at 7:00 pm: This midweek service is simple, has no music, and lasts about thirty minutes.We generally commemorate a saint or holy day that appears on the calendar during that week. • Major Holy Days:The major days on the church calendar are observed with a Eucharist, usually at 7:00 pm, very much like that celebrated on Wednesdays. All those who have been baptized are invited to receive Communion at St. Paul’s.This is the Lord’s table, not ours, and we are delighted to share it with all who wish to join us.
Eucharistic Prayer B as a Wordle. Click on image to find out more.
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St. Paul's Episcopal Church • 50 Park Place, Pawtucket, RI02860
