Welcome to Saint Francis by the Sea Episcopal Church! This bulletin outline is for our service on September 20, 2026, the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost.

Whether you are a vacationer visiting Bogue Banks and the Crystal Coast, a local seeker exploring your church options, or a newcomer curious about the Episcopal tradition, we are delighted to welcome you to our relaxed coastal parish.

Service Highlights

• Prelude: "Ave Verum" by W.A. Mozart
• Processional Hymn: Hymn 410, "Praise my soul, the King of heaven" (Lauda anima)
• Liturgical Music: Gloria S277 (David Hurd)
• The Collect of the Day: A prayer asking for grace "not to be anxious about earthly things, but to love things heavenly."
• First Reading: Exodus 16:2-15, recounting the congregation of Israel in the wilderness and the gift of bread from heaven.

Join Us This Sunday!

Come experience the warm hospitality of our parish. Join us for Sunday worship, and [[page-3177370|subscribe to our newsletter]] to stay connected to parish life, outreach ministries, and seasonal events.

Related:

• page-3050202 — Worship & Parish Life
• page-3192589 — PDF Bulletin Edition
• page-3192588 — Service Details