Two women and a man lead worship with priests in the background at a service at Christ the Redeemer Anglican Church, Norfolk, VA

Worship at Christ the Redeemer is liturgical and reverent, yet warm and inviting.  Worship is the center
of who we are, what we believe,
and impacts how we live.

Our Anglican service blends the richness of ancient liturgy with the vibrancy of modern expression. Rooted in centuries-old Christian traditions, we follow a liturgical structure that includes Scripture readings, preaching, prayers, and the celebration of Holy Communion. The service is both reverent and participatory, engaging worshippers through a blend of spoken responses, corporate prayers, and sacred rituals.

Music plays a central role, incorporating both ancient hymns and modern worship songs, led by our music team. This unique combination of the historic and the new allows congregants to experience a deep sense of continuity with the church's past, while also engaging in heartfelt, evangelical worship that resonates with today's believers.

Anglicanism

As Anglicans, we have a tradition that balances evangelical, charismatic & catholic perspectives.

First time vistors might ask, “Are you Protestant or Catholic?”, and the answer is ‘Yes’!  We are both.  We are reformed and catholic. Our Church has sought to maintain the faith passed down through the ages and so it is catholic (or part of the universal church).  At the same time we hold to the convictions of the Reformation, especially the primacy of grace, God’s unmerited and unfailing love for humanity.

Our Anglican tradition blends elements of Protestantism and Catholicism, emphasizing both scripture and tradition in its theology. Rooted in the English Reformation, it maintains a liturgical worship style with a focus on sacraments, particularly Holy Communion. Anglicans value a middle way ("via media") between Roman Catholicism and Reformed traditions, encouraging a balance between personal faith and communal worship. The tradition embraces diverse theological perspectives, ranging from evangelical to more high-church expressions, fostering unity within diversity while upholding core Christian doctrines like the Apostles' and Nicene Creeds.

Evangelically, we emphasize the authority of Scripture, the need for personal conversion in Jesus Christ, and the missional call to share the Good News of Jesus with others. As such, we are committed to practical, biblical preaching and discipleship. 

Anglicanism also embraces the charismatic movement, recognizing the essential work of the Holy Spirit in spiritual gifts, worship, and renewal. Anglicanism also retains its catholic heritage, rooted in the ancient traditions of the early Church. This is reflected in our liturgical worship which focuses on word and sacraments. There is an old Latin saying “Lex orandi, lex credendi” that basically means what we pray we believe.

Foundational Documents 

The Holy Bible

Apostles Creed (PDF)

Nicene Creed (PDF)

Additional Documents 

39 Articles of Religion (PDF)

The Book of Common Prayer (Online)

ACNA Theological Statement  (PDF)

The Anglican Catechism (PDF; App)

DAILY PRAYER & SCRIPTURE READINGS

Anglicans are blessed by the daily rhythms of prayer and Bible reading. The easiest way to engage in this practice is at www.DailyOffice2019.com (or in the accompanying app) where the DAILY OFFICE’s four times of prayer and the Daily Lectionary Bible Reading Plan are integrated together in an easy-to-use format. Both can also be found in our Book of Common Prayer: Daily Prayer begins on page 11 and the reading plan begins on page 734 and is organized morning and evening by the month. Whether prayed privately, as a family or communally, the Daily Office unites our community.

We believe that two things greatly enhance your relationship with the Lord and his church. They are relational connection and service. Where you get into relationships and where you are invested in serving will be your home. 

Visit our Join In page to learn how to get involved.

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