Our Congregation

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This source outlines the core identity, theology, and governance of st-thomas Episcopal Church in Oriental, NC.

Inclusive Identity: Welcomes people of all ages and religious backgrounds as a "house of prayer for all people."
Trinitarian Worship: Worship is the center of spiritual life, affirming God as Creator, Redeemer, and Sanctifier (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit).
Theological Foundations: Rooted in the classic Anglican "three-legged stool":
- Scripture (the Bible)
- Tradition (the witness of the faithful through the centuries)
- Reason (God at work in us and through us today)
Catholic & Protestant Balance: Combines Catholic liturgy and dogma (beliefs affirmed throughout history) with a Protestant style of governance (balancing local parish membership with the authority of bishops within the worldwide Anglican Communion).

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