120 N. Huron St, Ypsilanti, MI 48197 Holy Eucharist Sundays 10 a.m. info@stlukesypsi.org 734.483.4253

Worship

Holy Eucharist 10 am every Sunday

Come worship with us on Sunday mornings at 10 am! Worship at St. Luke’s is centered around the Eucharist (also called Holy Communion, or the Lord’s Supper, or Mass).

If you are unfamiliar with an Episcopal worship service, here’s what to expect: We gather…

  • to hear people read Scripture and preach in response to it;
  • to sing hymns;
  • to pray for the world and those we love;
  • to share the blessed bread and wine with all who wish to partake;
  • and to be sent back into the world renewed and refreshed for the week to come.

A weekly bulletin will be handed out; it will let you know what’s coming next. There are times when people may sit, stand, or kneel during the service; you are welcome to do what feels comfortable for you. (You can also ask your neighbor for help at any time, and we won’t think you’re being rude.) You are welcome to dress for worship in whatever way feels comfortable to you.

Most of the hymns are in the blue 1982 Hymnal, unless otherwise noted.

Children

If you come with children, they are welcome to stay with you, or join other children in the Church School between September and mid June (there is no Church School during the summer). We also have a Nursery for infants. All church school and nursery leaders have completed Safe Church, Safe Communities training. The children return to church during the passing of the peace – often with a boisterous march.

 The Eucharist

St. Luke’s, like at Episcopal Churches, celebrates the Eucharist every Sunday (unless the Priest is out and no substitute clergy were available).  All baptized individuals are welcome to take Communion. We celebrate with bread (including a gluton free option) and wine. Taking one or both is considered full Communion. All are welcome to receive a blessing instead, in which case simply fold your arms. 

Coffee Hour

All are welcome to join us for coffee hour following the service (except during the summer months, when there is only occasional coffee hour). Simply head to the front of the church, towards the altar, turn left, and head down the stairs. You will see the Fellowship Hall straight ahead.

Accessibility

There is a wheelchair-accessible entrance to the church Santuary through our Garth, which is located to the left of the big red doors to the church. You’ll see an entrance through an iron gate, a path through the Garth, and a ramp to the door.

You will be welcome!

You will find a faithful and assorted community committed to following the path of Jesus Christ in service to others. St. Luke’s is a place where people are constantly learning, growing, and experimenting. You will hear sermons that will uplift you, strengthen you, and inspire you to make the world a better place. And for us, we believe a better world starts with welcoming and accepting all who walk through the doors.

We hope you will come and join us!