WELCOME TO ST. ANDREW'S ON-THE-SOUND EPISCOPAL CHURCH

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community near Airlie Gardens and Wrightsville Beach.

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See what’s happening at St. Andrew’s — worship, fellowship, outreach, and more. Stay connected to our parish life.

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St. Andrew’s Preschool

A joyful, nurturing place where young children grow, learn, and discover. Find out more about our programs and community.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Share your gifts and make a difference! Explore ways to serve at St. Andrew’s and in the wider community.

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Welcome Visitors

We offer a warm welcome to our visitors. Come and see what St. Andrew's has to offer as part of a loving faith community.

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Come and See What Welcome Feels Like

A place where everyone is invited to come and see what community can feel like. Whether you’re exploring faith, returning to it, or simply looking for a place to belong, you’re welcome here. Join us in worship, friendship, and the simple joy of doing life together.

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Welcome, Father BJ

Please Note

Summer Services Schedule

Saturdays:

5:30 p.m. Celtic Service (Parish Hall)

Sundays:

7:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist (Mt. Lebanon Chapel, Airlie Gardens)

10:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist (St. Andrew’s Church)

11:15 a.m. Fellowship (Old Parish Hall)

Nursery care continues throughout summer beginning at 10:00 a.m.

Children of all ages are always welcome in worship

The 9:00 a.m. Education Hour pauses for summer (resumes in fall)

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PRAYER LIVES HERE

Explore the quiet corners of St. Andrew’s—chapels, pathways, candles, windows—each offering its own way into prayer. Prayer Lives Here gathers the places where the soul slows down, the light shifts, and God feels close enough to notice.

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YOUTH MINISTRIES

Engaging and empowering our youth is at the heart of our ministry. Through dedicated programs and mentorship, we provide a supportive environment for teenagers to explore their spirituality, build meaningful connections, and make a positive impact in the world.

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SERVICES

Join us for worship services that inspire, enlighten, and unite us in faith. Our diverse range of services offers opportunities for prayer, reflection, and communion, catering to the spiritual needs of our congregation and the broader community.

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A Reflection for This Moment

A brief pastoral reflection offering guidance, encouragement, and clarity as we navigate this moment in our shared life.

Two members of St. Andrew's On-the-Sound smile together at a church gathering beside the headline "Called to Serve," illustrating the parish's invitation to discover and use God-given gifts in ministry.

Equipping the Saints for Ministry

God has given each of us unique gifts to serve his Church and the world. This week, Fr. B.J. reflects on the ministry of our vestry and invites each of us to prayerfully consider where God may be calling us to serve.

The Rev. B.J. Buracker

One Body, Many Blessings!

“We, who are many, are one body in Christ, and individually we are members one of another.” – Romans 12:5

The Rev. B.J. Buracker

A smiling family of six poses together on a waterfront boardwalk at dusk, with children holding colorful glow sticks and patriotic pinwheels. Warm streetlights line the pier, the calm water reflects the evening sky, and a vibrant sunset creates a scenic backdrop while people gather along the boardwalk in the distance.

Thanks be to God!

Fr. BJ offers thanks for the warm welcome to St. Andrew's, celebrates the parish's faithful witness, and invites us to join him in prayer as we begin this new chapter together.

The Rev. B.J. Buracker

The Soundings: News from Our Parish

Equipping the Saints for Ministry

God has given each of us unique gifts to serve his Church and the world. This week, Fr. B.J. reflects on the ministry of our vestry and invites each of us to prayerfully consider where God may be calling us to serve.

Rector's Message

3 days ago2 min read

AEDs Now Available at St. Andrew's

For the safety and well-being of our parish family and visitors, two Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) have been installed on our campus.

One Body, Many Blessings!

“We, who are many, are one body in Christ, and individually we are members one of another.” – Romans 12:5

Rector's Message

Jul 161 min read

Parishioners of all ages gather around a buffet during the welcome reception for Fr. BJ Buracker at St. Andrew's, enjoying food, fellowship, and conversation as they celebrate the beginning of his ministry.

A Joyful Welcome for Fr. BJ Buracker

St. Andrew's welcomed Fr. BJ Buracker and his family with an afternoon of fellowship, gratitude, and celebration. Enjoy highlights from the reception, Mark Matheny's welcome, and a gallery of photos from this special day.

Thanks be to God!

Fr. BJ offers thanks for the warm welcome to St. Andrew's, celebrates the parish's faithful witness, and invites us to join him in prayer as we begin this new chapter together.

Rector's Message

Jul 82 min read

Colorful handmade “Let Your Garden Grow” display with a bright sun, clouds, raindrops, flowers, green hills, and seeds, created for Summer Arts Camp.

Seeds of Faith, A Week of Joy

Summer Arts Camp brought children from St. Andrew’s, St. Paul’s, and the wider community together for a joyful week of music, art, worship, games, and friendship. This year’s theme, “Let Your Garden Grow,” reminded us that faith is nurtured over time by prayer, creativity, and the loving care of a committed church community.

Children's Ministry

Jun 303 min read

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Worship: Sun. Holy Eucharist: 10:15 a.m. | Sat. Celtic Service: 5:30 p.m.
Summer at Mt. Lebanon Chapel continues Sundays 7:30 a.m.

910-256-3034 |101 Airlie Rd.

ST. ANDREW'S

Discover a joyful Episcopal
community near Airlie Gardens and Wrightsville Beach.

Parish Calendar

St. Andrew’s Preschool

Volunteer Opportunities

Welcome Visitors

Come and See What Welcome Feels Like