Dr. Russell McClanahan
Archbishop · Patriarch
First bishop of the Province, consecrated at the founding convention in 1995.
Evangelical Episcopal Communion · Since 1995
Three streams.
One Faith.
One Mission
Embracing the Evangelical, Charismatic and Sacramental Streams for the Advancement of the Kingdom of God
Our story in numbers
Small beginnings, faithful growth
- 1995
- Founding convention, Fredericksburg, VA
- 32
- Priests and deacons ordained that day
- 5
- Continents with EEC clergy and churches
- 3
- Streams of the Church, held together
Who we are
About Us
The Province of St. Peter was founded in 1995 as a jurisdiction within the Evangelical Episcopal Communion. We are an affiliation of individuals, churches, and ministries that embrace our common Christian heritage as represented through the Evangelical, Charismatic and Sacramental understandings of the historic, universal church.
30+Years of ministry
About us
A home for convergence since 1995
We are an affiliation of individuals, churches and ministries that embrace our common Christian heritage, as it is expressed through the Evangelical, Charismatic and Sacramental understandings of the historic Church.
- A founding jurisdiction of the Evangelical Episcopal Communion
- Clergy ordained in valid Apostolic Succession
- Member churches keep their own property and finances
- Leaders who are accountable to one another
Convergence
Each stream reveals a Person of the Trinity
Over centuries the Church divided into three traditions. We believe Christ is present and at work in all three, and that each is richer when held together.
Evangelical
Centered on Jesus Christ, the Son. Grace, salvation, sound Biblical teaching, a life shaped by Scripture, and a heart for outreach.
Charismatic
Centered on the Holy Spirit. A personal experience of God, empowerment for ministry, and the expectation of healing and spiritual gifts today.
Sacramental
Reflecting the fatherhood and authority of God. Reverence for history and tradition, Apostolic Succession, and union with Christ through the sacraments.
Through the EEC, God has created a diverse, multi-nation, multi-ethnic, even multi-denominational community that approaches the biblical reflection of the early church while embracing the great journey of the Church since then.
Leadership
Shepherds who answer to one another
Our Archbishop's Council is made up of men of integrity who are submitted to Christ and accountable to each other.
Dr. Page Brooks
Archbishop · EEC Presiding Bishop
Missionary Bishop of Missio Mosaic and senior pastor in New Orleans.
Dr. Henry Roberts
Metropolitan · 1st Coadjutor
Founder of Word of Life Community Church and General Secretary of the EEC.
Dr. Sterling Lands II
Archbishop · Consultant
Founding pastor of Greater Calvary Bible Church in Austin, Texas, with 40 years in ministry.
Questions
Common questions about our tradition
New to convergence worship? Start here.
How are the three traditions of the Church different?
Each emphasizes a different Person of the one God. The Evangelical stream centers on Jesus Christ and the Scriptures, the Charismatic stream on the Holy Spirit and His gifts, and the Sacramental stream on the fatherhood of God, Church history and the sacraments.
What is a sacrament?
A sacrament is a tangible means through which God imparts His grace. Many churches recognize baptism and Holy Communion; sacramental churches also recognize confirmation, ordination, marriage, absolution and anointing of the sick.
What is Apostolic Succession?
It is the unbroken passing on of spiritual authority from the original apostles through the laying on of hands, generation after generation (John 20:21-22). It keeps the Church faithful to its apostolic roots and provides accountability for its leaders.
What are spiritual gifts?
A spiritual gift is a supernatural capability God gives a person to build up their own faith and the wider body of Christ. Scripture addresses them in 1 Corinthians 12-14, Romans 12:3-8 and Ephesians 4:7-16.
Can my church keep its property if we affiliate?
Yes. Churches, organizations and ministries that join the Province retain ownership of their property and control of their own finances.
From the blog
Messages from our leaders
Finding Life Beyond Sorrow
After the sudden death of his father, Archbishop Russ McClanahan learned that the presence of Christ does not always remove our suffering, but gives us the strength to walk through it without losing our hope or our purpose.
My Monday Prayer
Our Father which is in Heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thank you for Jesus Christ. Thank you for the Holy Spirit. Thank you for Your grace and mercy.
Stop Judging
Why do Christians often judge one another? Christians are at different levels of spiritual maturity. Leave the judgment up to God.