Holy Innocents Episcopal Church

06/01/2026

Mrs. Wendy commenced the children's message by inquiring about their experiences with significant accomplishments, followed by an exploration of the feelings associated with doing something good. This discussion naturally led to a review of the gospel, with Mrs. Wendy underscoring the importance of sharing Christ's love with others. Through the use of a flashlight analogy, she explained that just as the light guides us, following Christ's teachings allows us to walk in the light, and sharing His love facilitates the growth of that light.

05/27/2026

Rev. Tom Warren from St. Mary’s Episcopal Church will be hosting a Holy Eucharist service at St. Barnabas in Snow Hill, NC on June 6th at 10:00 a.m. This esteemed church holds two annual services; the hot service in late spring and the cold service in early fall. The 1928 prayer book will guide our worship, providing a sense of continuity and tradition. This promises to be a memorable occasion so mark your calendars and be sure to join us.

05/24/2026

Join us for our Sunday Eucharist Service as we observe Pentecost Sunday, live on YouTube at the link below.

Pentecost Sunday, May 24, 2026, Holy Innocents Episcopal Church, Se...

05/24/2026

During today's Children's Message, Rev. Jon Sargeant inquired about the significance of the church's red attire, ultimately eliciting the response that it was Pentecost. Upon receiving this answer, Rev. Sargeant probed further by asking the children to define Pentecost, explaining that it commemorates the church's birthday. When asked to define the church, the children initially responded that it was the building. Rev. Sargeant clarified that the church actually refers to the community of people gathering to learn about God's Word. He proceeded to share the day's Gospel and concluded by highlighting the Holy Spirit's role in empowering church members to spread the Gospel courageously.

05/23/2026

It's been an extraordinary day. Appreciation is extended to all participants who celebrated with us in person and remotely on this notable day. We are pleased to have the Rt. Rev. Sarah K. Fisher as our IX Bishop of the Diocese of East Carolina!

05/18/2026

You are cordially invited to view the recording of our Holy Eucharist Service from the previous day. We welcome you to join us every Sunday.

The Seventh Sunday of Easter, Year A, Holy Innocents Episcopal Church, Seven Springs, NC, Rev Jon Sargeant

05/17/2026

It is a joy to see our children enthusiastically participate in worship services through various roles such as lectionary readers, acolytes, and ushers, demonstrating their eagerness to be part of the service.

05/17/2026

The Children's Message commenced with Rev. Sargeant, affectionately known as Father Jon, inquiring if the children had ever embarked on an extended journey. Several shared experiences visiting Disney. Father Jon then posed a question regarding who they had left behind during their travels. His intention was to prompt reflection on family members, such as parents or grandparents, who might have been unable to participate and what their activities might have been while the children were away. Father Jon noted that those left behind likely offered prayers for the children's safety during their trip and their return. He drew a parallel to the Gospel, where Jesus, aware of his impending ascension, provided the disciples with a prayer to signify his enduring presence with them and future believers.

05/14/2026

For our church’s second-quarter outreach project, we are collecting items for Kitty Askins from their Wishlist. A copy of the Wishlist is included in this post, and another is available on the credenza. Please place donated items in the tub labeled “Kitty Askins Wishlist Items.” Donations will be collected throughout May, June, and July. We prayerfully ask you to consider supporting this meaningful outreach, which has touched many of our families.

05/10/2026

Mrs. Caroline delivered a remarkable sermon that effectively merged Rogation Sunday and Mother's Day into a unified message for the congregation this morning. She initiated the children's sermon by presenting seeds to the children, thereby introducing the theme in an engaging manner. Subsequently, Mrs. Caroline utilized tangible clues to highlight the significance of Rogation Sunday and its coincidence with Mother's Day. During the children's sermon, Mrs. Caroline posed a question regarding the essential factors for farmers to achieve success in cultivating vegetables. The children's responses included water, sunlight, favorable weather, fertilizer, and soil. Mrs. Caroline pointed out that the children had overlooked a crucial element, namely that farmers require an abundance of faith. She elaborated that farmers must trust in God's providence and exercise patience, rather than constantly monitoring their crops' progress. Furthermore, Mrs. Caroline drew a parallel between farmers and mothers, noting that mothers sow seeds of love, faith, and patience in their children and must have faith in God's guidance as they nurture them. The children distributed packets of impatiens to the congregation, symbolizing the importance of having faith comparable to the tiny size of the seeds. Concluding the sermon, Mrs. Caroline led the children in holding up letters that spelled out 'Thank you' as she recited a poem expressing gratitude to farmers and mothers for their faith, love, and support.