The outward and visible sign in the Eucharist is bread and wine, given and received according to Christ's command. The inward and spiritual grace in the Holy Communion is the Body and Blood of Christ given to his people, and received by faith. The sacrament of Holy Eucharist is the focus of our lives as a worshiping community and is celebrated at all of our services at Saint Margaret's. All baptized Christians, including children, are invited to receive Holy Communion when visiting the Episcopal Church. More information about our services can be found on the pages The Holy Eucharist Explained and Our Worship Schedule.
Confirmation is administered by the laying on of hands by a bishop.
Confirmation is not required for church membership, but it is the eventual norm and expectation for adults. Reception into the Episcopal Church is for baptized persons who have made a mature public affirmation of their faith before a bishop in another denomination. Reaffirmation is for Episcopalians who are refreshing or renewing their membership in the church. Return to top Reconciliation of a Penitent Reconciliation of a Penitent, or Penance, is the rite in which those who repent of their sins may confess them to God in the presence of a priest, and receive the assurance of pardon and the grace of absolution. Reconciliation is a private confession.