St. Ann's by-the-Sea Episcopal Church

About this church

St. Ann's by-the-Sea Episcopal Church is an active Episcopal congregation at 167 Ocean Avenue in Kennebunkport, Maine, with a stone chapel and a seaside chapel on the grounds. From mid-June through Labor Day, the Seaside Chapel hosts a Sunday service at 8 a.m., and the Stone Chapel hosts a Sunday service at 10 a.m., with Holy Eucharist served at both. After Labor Day weekend and until late September, a single service is held at 9:30 a.m., weather permitting, in the Seaside Chapel. The site does not list a winter Sunday schedule, so visitors should confirm times before attending.

The service of Holy Communion lasts about an hour and includes readings from the Old and New Testaments, a sermon, and music. There is no formal choir, but an organist plays the organ for the 10 a.m. service, and a few hymns are sung before the 8 a.m. service. During the summer, a monthly Lemonade on the Lawn follows the 8 a.m. service for fellowship. There is no official dress code. The church also lists centering prayer, weddings, baptisms, renewal of vows, memorial services, and benefit concerts. Gates for visitors to the property generally open at 9 a.m. The office phone number changes between summer and winter, so check the contact page.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 5, 2026. Sources: Worship schedule · What to expect at worship · Contact and address · Homepage and visiting hours

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