A Church That Feels Like Family
At our core, we believe that the church is more than just a building or an event—it’s a family, a place where every individual belongs, feels valued, and is loved. In a world that often feels disconnected and isolating, we are committed to creating a warm, inviting environment where you can experience the depth of Christian community, modeled after the natural family but rooted in something even deeper: the eternal love of God.
The natural family, designed by God, is a reflection of His desire for closeness, love, and nurture. Just as a family cares for, supports, and guides each other, the church family offers that same warmth, encouragement, and sense of belonging. We embrace the idea that every person matters and should have a spiritual home where they are seen, known, and loved.
A Church That Feels Like Coming Home
When you walk through our doors, we want you to feel like you’ve come home. Our worship services, small group studies, and times of fellowship are designed to foster deep connections not only with God but with each other. Here, you’ll find a place where your struggles, joys, and questions are embraced by a community that walks with you, just like family does.
Our vision is for the church to be a spiritual home for everyone, from young families to those who have walked with Christ for decades. We believe that every generation has a place and a role in the church, and we are intentional about creating an environment where people of all ages and stages of life can grow in their faith together. Whether you are seeking wisdom from older generations or looking for support from peers, our community is committed to building up and nurturing one another in love.
The Family and the Church: A Sacred Connection
We hold a high view of the natural family, understanding that the love shared between parents, children, and spouses is a gift from God and a type of the greater family found in the church. Just as parents nurture their children, and spouses care for one another, the church is called to be a place where care, support, and spiritual nourishment are found for everyone. In our community, we seek to extend this same love and care, ensuring that no one is left behind or overlooked.
Our church is a place where families come together to worship, learn, and grow in their faith. Children are cherished here, and we encourage families to bring their children into the heart of the worship experience. We believe in creating a space where children can witness the beauty of liturgical worship and grow up experiencing the rhythms of prayer, sacrament, and fellowship alongside their parents. As a church, we partner with families to help raise up the next generation in the faith, equipping them to know and love the Lord.
For those without nearby family, or for those who have experienced the challenges and brokenness of family life, the church offers a place of healing and belonging. Here, you will find a community that welcomes you just as you are, offering you a spiritual family where you can experience the love of God in tangible ways. The church isn’t just a place to go on Sundays—it’s a spiritual home where relationships are nurtured, hearts are healed, and faith is deepened.
Our Invitation to You
We warmly invite you to join us in this growing family of faith. Whether you are seeking a church that will care for your family or looking for a place to belong as an individual, you will find a welcoming community here. We are committed to being a church where the natural family and the church family walk together, support each other, and grow in Christ together.
Here, we laugh together, pray for one another, bear each other’s burdens, and celebrate the goodness of God as a spiritual family united in Christ. You will find in our community the deep bonds that only come through worshiping together, serving one another, and living out our faith side by side.
Our doors are open to you, and we hope you’ll find in us not just a church but a home—a place where you and your family can grow in the love and grace of Christ.
New Streams Anglican Church: A Call to Blessing, Confession, and the Eucharist
At the heart of New Streams Anglican Church's confession lies a rich, deep tradition that blends the ancient with the contemporary, calling clergy and laity alike into a dynamic life of prayer, worship, and sacramental participation. The convergence-oriented approach—merging the liturgical, evangelical, and charismatic streams—offers a unique, Christ-centered way of worship that acknowledges the distinct role of the priest, the power of confession, and the centrality of the Eucharist.
In Anglican tradition, as embodied in the historic Book of Common Prayer, the role of the priest is not merely administrative or symbolic, but profoundly spiritual and sacramental. The priest functions as an intermediary, standing between God and His people, much as the priests of ancient Israel once did (Hebrews 5:1). The priest's calling is to bless, absolve, and lead the congregation in the rhythm of liturgical worship, following the example of Christ, the ultimate High Priest (Hebrews 4:14-16). This calling, which comes from Scripture and tradition, is a sacred trust.
The Role of the Priest: Bringing Blessing
Scripture shows the importance of blessing and the role of those called to impart it. From Aaron and his sons, commanded to bless the people of Israel with the Aaronic blessing (Numbers 6:22-27), to the various benedictions found in the New Testament (Ephesians 6:23-24, 2 Corinthians 13:14), blessing serves as a means of communicating God’s favor and grace. The Anglican priest, following in the apostolic tradition, assumes this role as a spiritual leader. They stand, not in their own authority, but as Christ's representative, invoking the Lord's blessing on the people.
Through this act of blessing, priests communicate something of the divine to the congregation. The final benediction in the service sends the people out into the world with God’s peace, grace, and strength to live their faith. This is not a superficial practice; it carries with it the weight of centuries of tradition, hearkening back to the earliest days of the Church.
The Centrality of the Eucharist
At the core of Anglican worship is the celebration of the Holy Eucharist, or the Lord’s Supper. This is no mere memorial, but rather, as the Anglican formularies affirm, a means by which we truly encounter the real presence of Christ. As Scripture teaches, Christ Himself instituted the Eucharist during the Last Supper, commanding His disciples to "do this in remembrance of me" (Luke 22:19-20). In keeping with this command, the Church has faithfully gathered to break bread and share the cup throughout the ages, confident that Christ is present in the sacrament.
In the Anglican tradition, the Eucharist is the apex of the liturgy, the moment in which heaven and earth meet. This echoes the early church's belief that in the breaking of bread, the faithful encounter the risen Christ (Luke 24:30-35). The Book of Common Prayer frames the Eucharistic liturgy in a way that balances reverence, thanksgiving, and deep mystery, acknowledging the profound reality that Christ meets us in the bread and the wine.
For New Streams Anglican Church, the Eucharist is the lifeblood of worship. It is here that we are nourished, healed, and renewed. In this convergence of traditions, the charismatic experience of God's presence in worship is united with the sacramental reality of Christ’s presence in the Eucharist. Both aspects point to the deep spiritual nourishment found in the body and blood of Christ (John 6:53-56). This meal binds the Church together as one body, united in Christ's love and called into the world to live and proclaim the Gospel.
Confession and Absolution: Healing for the Soul
In the Anglican tradition, confession plays a vital role in the life of the Church. As the Book of Common Prayer teaches, "If anyone sin, we have an Advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous; and He is the propitiation for our sins" (1 John 2:1-2). The priest, standing in the place of Christ, offers absolution after confession—declaring that through Christ’s atoning sacrifice, the penitent is forgiven.
Confession is deeply rooted in Scripture, where we are called to confess our sins to one another (James 5:16) and to God (1 John 1:9). In the liturgical tradition, this confession is corporate, as well as personal, recognizing that sin affects not only the individual but also the community. At New Streams Anglican Church, we affirm both forms of confession: personal (one-on-one with the priest) and corporate (during the worship service). Through both, we acknowledge our need for forgiveness and our reliance on God’s mercy.
The absolution that follows confession is not a mere formality but a powerful proclamation of God’s grace. The priest declares forgiveness, not in their own name, but in the name of Jesus Christ. This act, which is central to Anglican worship, is a vivid reminder of the Gospel’s promise: that if we confess our sins, God is faithful and just to forgive us (1 John 1:9).
The Tradition of the Prayer Book
For centuries, the Book of Common Prayer has shaped Anglican worship and life, providing a rich liturgical framework rooted in Scripture and tradition. Its prayers, creeds, and confessions of faith reflect the ancient teachings of the Church, while its accessible language invites participation from all who seek to know Christ more deeply.
In particular, the 1662 and 1928 editions of the Prayer Book, central to many Anglican communities, affirm essential doctrines such as the Trinity, the Incarnation, and Christ's saving work on the cross. These doctrines are summarized in the creeds and further expounded upon in the 39 Articles. Moreover, the Ordinals (the rites for ordaining bishops, priests, and deacons) emphasize the high calling of ordained ministry, highlighting the priest's responsibility to preach the Word of God, administer the sacraments, and provide pastoral care.
At New Streams Anglican Church, we hold to these core beliefs as expressed in the Prayer Book. We believe in one God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, as articulated in the Nicene Creed. We affirm the full humanity and divinity of Jesus Christ, His death, resurrection, and ascension, and His ongoing work of intercession for His people.
The Church as Family
Finally, New Streams Anglican Church embraces the Church as a family—a community where all are welcomed, valued, and loved. Just as the natural family is a type of the greater family of God, so the Church is a reflection of the communion we share as brothers and sisters in Christ. This familial identity is more than metaphorical; it is a lived reality. We are called to love and support one another, to share in one another’s joys and sorrows, and to walk alongside one another in faith.
In Scripture, the Church is described as the "household of God" (Ephesians 2:19) and as the "family" in which all believers have been adopted through Christ (Romans 8:15-17). The family structure, ordained by God, serves as a model for the Church. The natural family, where love, nurture, and care are offered, points us to the spiritual family of the Church, where the same virtues should be embodied.
At New Streams Anglican Church, we aim to be a warm, inviting community where everyone—singles, families, young, and old—can experience the love of God and find a spiritual home. Our services are structured yet inviting, offering a space for all to encounter the beauty of liturgy, the joy of worship, and the profound reality of Christ’s presence among us. We are a family of faith, grounded in tradition yet open to the movement of the Spirit, and we invite all to join us as we seek to follow Christ together.