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We are a Western Rite
Orthodox Church. Articles about our Faith, taken from our newsletter, can be found
on our What We Believe page, and will assist you in
understanding the Western Rite Orthodox Church.
Our building, built in 1874, is listed as one of the historic churches of Bucks County,
and has faithfully proclaimed the Gospel for over 130 years. If you are seeking a church
home, we invite you to become a part of our growing parish family! Please visit all the
pages of our web site to learn more about the Parish and its' activities. You and your
family are welcome to join us in worship as well as at any social events.
OUR GOVERNMENT... is characterized by oversight by pastoral bishops and "a
government by consensus" under the direction of the Holy Spirit.
WORSHIP...Worship is the highest priority of the Church. We believe our
worship must be directed toward God rather than a time for receiving. Through the ancient
Liturgy there is provided a context for "worship in spirit and in truth." Follow
the link for our Schedule of Services or learn more about the
power of healing available to everyone through our Healing Ministry.
FELLOWSHIP...our next priority flows out of worship: giving God's love to each other.
As we find acceptance, affirmation and healing with God, we have a basis to relate
honestly to one another. See the calendar of events for this month on our Calendar Page and see what's happening on our Parish Life page.
TEACHING...we believe and practice the Scriptural admonition of Ephesians
4:12..."to equip the saints for the work of ministry and to build up the body of
Christ." We provide a variety of opportunities for believers to grow in the
knowledge God's Word and His love.
MINISTRY...we believe that all Christians are called to minister under the anointing
of the Holy Spirit. The Spiritual Gifts of the Spirit have been poured out upon all
believers to aid in the work of evangelism, healing, deliverance and all other areas of
Kingdom ministry.
Other aspects of our worship:
Incense...is a sign of the presence of the holy, and
its use indicates that a person or thing is being designated as holy, separated and
consecrated unto God. The rising smoke symbolizes our prayers ascending to heaven.
Frankincense was one of the gifts of the Wise Men to Jesus Christ.
Bowing...is a physical act of reverence. We bow to honor the Cross, the Name of
Jesus, the Holy Trinity, the altar, a minister of God, and the Eucharistic Presence.
Genuflecting...is a bending of the knee as an act of reverence to the Blessed
Sacrament present on the altar. The red Sanctuary Lamp burning next to the High Altar
indicates the Eucharistic Presence of the Lord.
The Sign of the Cross...we bless ourselves with the sign of our Redemption,
identifying us with the Crucified Christ. This is done in various parts of the Divine
Liturgy as well as before and after prayer and reception of the Eucharist.
Holy Water...blessed by a priest, it is a reminder of our Baptism by which we
have been saved and incorporated into the Body of Christ, the Church.
If you are seeking a church home, we invite you to
become a part of our growing parish family!
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Go to the Find Us page to come and visit Christ the King!
Go to the Services page to find times for the Divine Liturgy
and other worship opportunities
Go to the Calendar page to see what's happening this month
Join Us In Ministry
Go to our Parish Life page to see what is happening in the
Parish and find activities or ministries that might interest you and match your gifts
Go to the Healing Ministry page and learn how healing power is
available to you
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