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What We Believe
Rooted in scripture, tradition, and reason — with room for your questions.
St. Mary's is a parish of The Episcopal Church in the Diocese of Los Angeles. Our common life is centered in the Eucharist (Holy Communion) and shaped by the Book of Common Prayer, which we pray together every week.
All are welcome at the Table
From whatever tradition you come, and wherever you are in your spiritual journey, you are welcome at the Lord's Table. We do not require membership, a statement of belief, or certainty. We ask only that you come.
Scripture, tradition, and reason
Episcopalians read scripture seriously and take the long tradition of the Church seriously, and we trust that God gave us minds to use. Doubt is not the opposite of faith here — it is often part of it.
Inclusion is not a program, it's the gospel
We embody a genuine spirit of inclusion — LGBTQ+ people, families of every shape, lifelong Episcopalians and the newly curious all serve as greeters, ushers, choir members, lay readers, and Eucharistic ministers.
Faith that shows up
Ministries born at St. Mary's include the Friendship Shelter for the Homeless, the Community Clinic, Sally's Fund for the Elderly, and more. Our Outreach ministries continue that work today.
Curious what a Sunday feels like? Plan your visit or send us a question.