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I drive by this great building everyday, sometimes 5-6 times a day. I’ve meant to visit, take communion there during Wednesdays mornings, but I’ve just not gotten around to it.
The only thing I really know about this church is that I like the edifice itself. It reminds me of pagoda, but still has western elements. The enclosed garden, with the large cross, is very tranquil.
St. John's Episcopal Church, Plymouth, Michigan
Cross in the garden, St. John's Episcopal, Plymouth, Michigan
Cross, St. John's Episcopal, Plymouth
St. John's Episcopal Church, from Sheldon Road, Plymouth
The church’s home page is http://www.stjohnsplymouth.org/
The “About Us” page is helpful. If you’re like me and you’ve never worshiped in an Episcopal church, you might not know what to expect as a visitor or prospective member. The about page lays out how the worship service goes and who can take communion (open table.)
I hope that you’ve had a chance to worship at St. John’s – the courtyard and large cross look amazing from the inside. There is a wall of glass behind the altar that looks out onto the courtyard. It’s particularly beautiful when snow-covered. Worship in an Episcopal church is almost identical to a Roman Catholic worship service, with the key difference you mention – all are welcome at the Lord’s Table.
Great blog – I’m glad I found it!
Thank you for the comment, Jayne. I hope sometime soon to take communion in that lovely place.