St. Christopher's By the Sea

About this church

St. Christopher's By-the-Sea Episcopal Church gathers at 10:00 a.m. Sunday in Key Biscayne, with coffee hour following worship. The congregation describes itself as a warm community that welcomes all people and places worship and service to others at the center of parish life. Episcopal prayer, Scripture, sermon, and Holy Communion shape the service, while baptisms, confirmation, weddings, funerals, and prayer requests connect worship to major moments in members' lives.

The parish shares its campus and community identity with St. Christopher's Montessori School, and a Wednesday school service is part of the clergy's ministry. Members serve as acolytes, lectors, chalice bearers, lay Eucharistic ministers, choir singers, ushers, pastoral caregivers, and coffee-hour hosts, so newcomers can see clear roles beyond simply attending. Community breakfasts, neighborhood celebrations, walking groups, and service projects make the church visible around the island. The parish is also in a clergy-transition season and publishes information about its rector search, an important current detail for anyone learning about leadership. A first visit is straightforward: arrive before 10:00, stay for conversation afterward, and use the ministry list to find a practical next step.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed August 25, 2026. Sources: Sunday schedule, rector search, and parish welcome · Worship and sacramental services · Lay ministries and service roles · Sunday service and coffee hour event

Service times

Confirm current times directly with the church before visiting.

Ministries and visitor notes

• Sunday coffee hour — after worship

Location