About St. Barnabas' Episcopal Church
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St. Barnabas
Is a small Episcopal congregation worshiping in a small refurbished church
Started as a place of worship for African Americans but is now more mixed
Rejoices in the fact that Jesus died, rose from the dead, and is coming again
Celebrates the Eucharist each week according to the Book of Common Prayer
Has a quieter service at 8.00 and a service with singing at 10.15
Follows the liturgy but does it in a relaxed way
Focuses on reading Scripture and thinking about its significance for us
Gives people chance to share their prayer need and what God has been doing with them
Sings traditional evangelical, African American, and mainstream hymns
Sometimes says "Amen" and "Hallelujah."
Cooks and serves dinner once a month for fifty homeless people
Has a reputation for welcoming guests with open arms
Is led and maintained by people who do it for love
Has an British Fuller Seminary professor as priest-in-charge
Has an African American deacon who focuses on pastoral care
