Claudia Ricci, Author at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church

Worship

Lighting a Votive, Lifting a Prayer

ByClaudia Ricci September 11, 2024September 15, 2024

To the far left of the Chapel altar, near the red sanctuary light that signifies the presence of Christ, sits a small stand crafted by a metal artist from Deland. Its compact design holds 35 votive candles. While not all Episcopal Churches have votive candles, St. Barnabas does. The ritual lighting of a votive is…

Community Life | Outreach

The Famous Fish Fry Feeds

ByClaudia Ricci November 18, 2023April 8, 2024

Under a cloudless, autumn sky, 200 people enjoyed the beautiful lakeside setting and abundant picnic at the Underhill residence. The St. Barnabas Fish Fry, a beloved event for parishioners, friends, and neighbors, traditionally takes place on the first Sunday in November, right after the stewardship campaign. Instituted 20 years ago by Jean and Frank Underhill,…