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

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

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Parish Calendar

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.

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.

Upcoming Worship Services

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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.

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.

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.

Upcoming Events

  • Celebration of New Ministry
    Celebration of New Ministry
    Celebration of New Ministry
    Wed, Sep 16
    St. Andrews on the Sound
    Join us for a joyful celebration as we formally welcome and install the Rev. Dr. B.J. Buracker as Rector of St. Andrew’s and begin this new season of shared ministry together.
  • Blessing of the Animals
    Blessing of the Animals
    Blessing of the Animals
    Sun, Oct 04
    St. Andrews on the Sound
    Bring your beloved pets for our annual celebration of God’s creatures and the special joy they bring to our lives.
  • Fall Fest & Trunk or Treat
    Fall Fest & Trunk or Treat
    Fall Fest & Trunk or Treat
    Sun, Oct 25
    St. Andrews on the Sound
    Gather the family for an evening of fall fellowship, Trunk or Treat, and plenty of fun for all ages.

Listen to
Our Podcast

A Reflection for This Moment

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

The Soundings: News from Our Parish

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