St Benedict's Anglican Church

Welcome to St Benedict's Anglican Church

Located at 438 County Road 513 in the serene town of Califon, New Jersey, St Benedict's Anglican Church is a vibrant place of worship dedicated to pursuing the Glory of God through worship, ministry, giving, and education.

Our Calling

At St Benedict's, we are guided by the profound belief that "God is light; In him, there is no darkness..." Our mission is to connect deeply with Jesus Christ and with each other, striving to magnify His name in all that we do. Central to our faith is the commandment to love God with all our heart, soul, and mind, and to treat our neighbors as we wish to be treated ourselves.

Inspired by the teachings of Jesus, particularly His directive to "Go nowhere among the Gentiles and enter no town of the Samaritans, but go rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel," we are committed to proclaiming the kingdom of heaven, healing the sick, and offering help freely, just as we have received.

What We Believe

As Anglicans, we believe in one God, manifested in three persons: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. We recognize that human sin causes a relational breakdown with God, and that Jesus Christ lived and died to provide a model for reconciliation.

The Bible is fundamental to our Christian life, containing all things necessary for salvation. We emphasize regular praise and prayer, both private and public, as essential components of a Christian life. Our community gathers for worship on Sundays and encourages living out one's faith daily.

Membership in God's church is celebrated through Baptism, and all Christians are invited to partake in Holy Communion, a shared "meal" of bread and wine in Jesus' name. We uphold the major Creeds, with the Apostle's Creed used in Baptism and daily prayers, and the Nicene Creed in Holy Communion services.

Explore the richness of our faith through the Catechism, which summarizes the core teachings of our beliefs. Join us at St Benedict's Anglican Church as we journey together in faith, love, and service.