St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church
204 W. Salisbury St., Pittsboro, North Carolina
Episcopal churches in Pittsboro, North Carolina
Location of Worship
204 W. Salisbury St.
Pittsboro
North Carolina
United States
27312
Service Times
Sunday Service Schedule
Holy Eucharist at 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
The first thing you should know is that ancient liturgy will come to modern life on Sundays at St. Bart's, no matter which of our two Sunday services you choose to attend. Our 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. services each have their own special character. At St. Bart's, we cherish both community and individuality – and you will see that in our services.
Which service is right for you? Here are some hints: Both morning services always include Holy Communion. All baptized persons are invited to receive Communion.
At the 8:00 a.m. service, expect a meditative service without music. Later on at the 10:30 a.m. service, expect a lively service, with joyful music and exuberant participation. A Sunday school is held simultaneously. A nursery is also available.
No matter when you choose to visit, keep in mind that you are enthusiastically invited to join us for coffee and snacks after the service. 'All are welcome' is the motto of the Episcopal Church and the watchwords we live by at St. Bart's. Come say hello!
Contact Info
Call Pastor: (919) 542-5679
Call Office: (919) 542-5679
Email Pastor
Email Admin
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About St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church
Our Mission"Seeking God, Serving God, Sharing God"
We hope that this website will give you a picture of how we at St. Bart's work to reflect the love of God. St. Bartholomew's is a small church that thinks big. We show it in how we worship, how we serve our community and the world, and how we build powerful bonds with one another.
Our History
Our little church has a rich history that began in colonial times, when the Church of England was the established church in the colony of North Carolina. The name of the parish dates from 1770, when a bill was introduced at the Colonial Assembly in New Bern to establish a county "by the name of Chatham County, and St. Bartholomew Parish." The act was ratified in 1771, to become effective the first day of April. The subsequent turmoil of rebellion and the Revolutionary War (1775-1783) resulted in a complete break between church and state and in disestablishment of the Church of England in this country.
The Protestant Episcopal Church of America arose to replace the Church of England. Many years later, in 1820, the earliest recorded Episcopal Church service was held in PIttsboro (probably at the courthouse). A church building needed to be constructed in order for the parish named St. Bartholomew to become a reality, however. The cornerstone was laid in March of 1832. St. Bartholomew's first service was held in December of that year.
Much has happened at St. Bartholomew's since 1832. Many devoted parishioners and clergy have worshiped together here. And many notable people have been buried in our cemetery.
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Leadership
- Rector The Rev. Dr. Wilberforce Mundia
- Phone: (919) 542-5679
- Email: Email Pastor
Other Church Leaders
Administration
- Phone: (919) 542-5679
- Email: Email Admin
Children and Youth Activities
- Our Sunday School
Sunday School, for children ages 3-10, meets during the 10:30 a.m. service. Our Sunday School adheres to the teachings of "Godly Play." Designed by Jerome Berryman, "Godly Play" is based on the Montessori method of education and creates in the child a deeper sense of worship and understanding of the Episcopal faith. Join us as we joyfully interact with the stories of the Bible.
Ministries
Community Activities
Other Information
- Dress Code:
- Adult Congregation: 0
- Under 18 Congregation: 0
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