Wherever you are on your journey, you are welcome here
St. Augustine’s-in-the-Woods Episcopal Church, Freeland, WA
Weekly Worship Services
Sundays
8:00 am
10:30 am
Holy Communion followed by coffee hour
Mondays
5:30-6:00 pm
All are invited to join in a service of light and hope as we share in the ancient Christian practice of Evensong.
Wednesdays
10:00-10:30 am
Holy Eucharist and Healing Service
(in-person service)
Mission Statement
Wherever you are on your journey, you are welcome here!
We believe in a loving, liberating and life-giving God who extends welcome and dignity to all and asks us to tend to the wholeness of the Earth and all people. Jesus is our companion and guide, showing the way toward abundant love.
At St. Augustine’s in-the-Woods we cherish faith, family, community, and shared worship.
Who We Are
At St. Augustine’s, our shared worship is at the center of our community life. Our services follow many of the worship traditions and seasons of the liturgical year. For newcomers, some elements of our worship might seem confusing. The most important thing to remember is that ALL are welcome here and you can’t do anything wrong! We encourage earnest questioning and are just happy you are here!
Nonviolent Resistance: From Martin Luther King to ‘No Kings’ and Beyond.
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Nonviolent Resistance: From Martin Luther King to ‘No Kings’ and Beyond. 〰️
The annual Martin Luther King Whidbey community gatherings have sought to connect 1960s Civil Rights Movement events with current racial justice issues. This year’s event will use interactive readings, music and TV visuals to explain and celebrate the nonviolent philosophy and actions of the 1960s Civil Rights Movement. The 1960s’ protests have influenced the 2025 Whidbey Island nonviolent pro democracy street rallies. Videos of these marvelous street rallies will also be shown.
Featured speaker will be the Diocese of Olympia’s Canon for Multicultural Ministry and Community Transformation, The Rev. Carla Robinson.
Upcoming Events
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Martin Luther King, “Blessed Are the Peacemakers” community event Nonviolent Resistance: From Martin Luther King to “No Kings” and Beyond
The 20th annual Martin Luther King, “Blessed Are the Peacemakers” community event will be held at 1:00 on January 19 at St. Augustine’s-in-the-Woods Episcopal Church in Freeland.
Cookies and beverages will be available at 12:30 preceding the event and again following the presentation.
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Vestry Dates
The next regular meeting of the Vestry is Tuesday, January 20th, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. in Campbell Hall.
Visitors are always welcome.
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Annual Parish Meeting
Sunday, January 25, 2026
One combined worship service at 9:30AM followed by the Annual Meeting in Campbell Hall. The Agenda will include the Annual Report of the Church and Ministries, the 2026 Budget, and the election of lay leaders for Vestry, Convention representation, and the Endowment Committee.
All are invited, participation via Zoom will be available.
St. Augustine's in-the-Woods Episcopal Church is an LGBTQIA+ welcoming and affirming congregation
When & Where
We welcome you to join us in person or by our live-stream feed.
I’m New Here!
We know it can be intimidating visiting a church for the first time. Here you will find a warm welcome, an open and affirming community of faith, and worship for all.
Our Parish
No matter where you are, or where you've come from, there's a place for you at St. Augustine’s Church
Join us for Godly Play!
Godly Play PLUS (ages 4-11), 10:15 am – 11:15 am During the 10:30 service children from 4 to 11
At Godly play, children learn that God is with them not only here or there but everywhere!
St. Augustine’s, using the Godly Play program, offers lessons each Sunday from September to June.
