About Us

We are an Episcopal Church in Encinitas, California, where you are fully valued, fully accepted, and fully loved. We believe that all people are created in God’s image—celebrating the dignity of every human being, and we honor that every person, in all their diversity, is essential to the Body of Christ. We are a diverse community following the way of Jesus. Come journey with us as we seek to fulfill our mission in the world by transforming our communities with the infinite love of God. We are an inclusive and affirming church that shares Christ with one another and our neighborhood through worship, fellowship, Christian formation, and community service programs.

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Our Mission Statement:

Because hunger comes in many forms, we reveal God’s love by nourishing the community through acceptance, worship, learning, and service.

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Current News

What people are saying…

“This Community makes me laugh, supports me, and accepts me for who I am-and for that I am forever grateful.”
-Jane W. (youth)
“Our souls are nourished at St. Andrew’s.”
-Matthew B.
“Let’s go Millie! You don’t want to miss your blessing!!”
-Ollie (4 years old)
“The people of St. Andrew’s are always looking for ways to expand the table beyond what might be expected of a church.”
-Paula J.
“Ollie and Millie love coming to St. Andrews! We appreciate that they feel welcomed there!”
Joanna S. (mother of Millie, 2, and Ollie, 4)
"I love this church. There is a warm, welcoming community feeling. You can be who you are here. Much of the focus is really living the values that Jesus taught."
-Betsy V.
"Everyone I've met seems authentic and kind at St.Andrew’s, Encinitas. The parish attendees are always friendly, smiling, and approachable."
- Jim O.
"There are plenty of opportunities for our children to LOVE going to church and learning about God."
-Jennifer R.
“I'm a queer person. I am 110% included, accepted and celebrated at St Andrew's. I appreciate so much that I can participate fully in all activities, leadership roles, and ministries. Speaking of which, they are totally focused on loving their neighbors— what Jesus said to do. All love. No judgment.”
-Hannah W.
“This church community is wonderful. We feel it's a second family to our small family of four. “
—Lauren R.
“We enjoy the involvement of children and younger adults in the life of the church. Attendees come from all over North County and range in age from families with children to seniors.”
- Joe W.
“It’s not just that we get food, showers and haircuts at St. Andrew’s, it’s that we feel at home here.”
-Saturday breakfast guest