The Church of the Epiphany is a small,
urban Episcopal congregation
whose people come from all walks of life. Characteristic of small
congregations, there is a deep and sincere concern among our members
for each other. We care about each other very deeply. Being a part of
Epiphany really is being part of a family.
Our building is located at 1530
Lafayette Blvd., in the geographic
center of the City of Norfolk, Virginia. The Church was built in 1920,
and is a "period piece" with interior exposed brick walls and massive
ceiling beams. Beautiful stained glass windows, and a pipe organ
contribute greatly to the aesthetics of the space. It is heated,
air-conditioned, and handicapped accessible. Many of the furnishings
and appointments were rescued from a fire that destroyed St. Luke's
Church in 1921. Fire damage can still be seen on many of the pews. The
Parish House was built in 1954 and has recently been extensivly
renovated.
The Rev. Richard O. Bridgford serves
as Rector. The parish offers a
full range of programs, including a growing Christian Education Program
for both children and adults, a choir and an ECW. Epiphany hosts 6 Girl
Scout troops.
Epiphany enjoys Eucharistically
centered worship, using the 1979
Book of Common Prayer. Our worship, including our music, is a blend of
both old and new. Although the Episcopal rites tend to be somewhat
formal, special effort is made to assure that the services are relaxed
and comfortable to visitors.
Epiphany offers wonderful
opportunities for the personal involvement
of new members. Every phase of the ministry of the parish is open to
new participants and new ideas.