Overview
The family of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church is a diverse and welcoming faith community, centered on the worship of God. Through worship, education and service we discover God’s grace, and joyfully open our doors to all persons, wherever they may be on their spiritual journey. Sunday services start at 10:00 a.m. We invite you to join us in prayer and worship. We are located on the corner of Gamble and Forest Streets in McCall, Idaho. All are welcome.
We serve our community in many ways: Paradise Point Camp for children and adults, Monday morning Centering Prayer, Alcohol Anonymous meetings every morning, Narcotics Anonymous meetings on Saturday evenings, and numerous partnerships with other non-profit service organizations. St. Andrew’s Cares provides funds to those in need in our community. We have paid utility bills, medical costs, food cards, and provided other needed support through our trusted partners. We donate birthday baking kits, food cards, and food to local food banks. Our Blessing of the Animals is a popular event in early fall.
The Details
Then
In 1912, before the railroad reached the “Long Valley of Idaho”, Episcopal Bishop, Daniel Sylvester Tuttle occasionally traveled north from Boise to hold Episcopal services in McCall. By 1916, the Reverend A.L. Wood was holding services in a frame building called St. Andrew’s Church. The church’s progression and regression in McCall paralleled employment opportunities in this area of mining, logging, and sheep farming, but in 1960, Bishop Norman L. Foote dedicated a new St. Andrew’s Church, on the corner of Forest and Gamble Streets.
Now
In recent years St. Andrew’s has maintained an active presence in McCall by offering worship services every Sunday. A priest celebrates Holy Eucharist twice a month and on Holy Days, and lay leaders conduct Morning Prayer at other times. In addition, members of St. Andrew’s congregation reach out to the community in many ways.
Since April 2020, St. Andrew’s Cares has raised $11,760 in donations. Thanks to all those donations, the church sent funds to those in need in our community. We have paid utility bills, medical costs, food cards, and provided other needed support through our trusted partners.
Heartland Hunger Food Bank
We provide funds, food cards, and food directly to local food banks. Birthday Baking Kits: We create birthday baking kits that contain everything needed for a child’s birthday party. Baking pans are filled with decorations, balloons, cake mix, frosting, and candles.
Soul Food
In collaboration with other local churches, St. Andrew’s cooks lunch for teenagers.
Centering Prayer and Spiritual Retreats
Every Monday morning, St. Andrew’s sponsors a gathering for study and prayer. We also offer spiritual retreats during Advent, Lent, and at other times.
Paradise Point Summer Camp
The Idaho Episcopal church offers child and adult camps on the shores of Payette Lake. St. Andrew’s raises funds to provide camp scholarships. Paradise Point is also used for weddings, memorials, and family reunions.
Blessing of the Animals
In late September, we celebrate the animals that share our lives. The service is held outdoors and includes singing, simple prayers, and a blessing for all animals.
Prayer Shawls and Prayer Request Cards
Donated by church knitters, prayer shawls are available for people who are ill. If anyone wants us to join them in prayer for a loved one, he/she can complete a prayer request card.
Hospital Chaplains
St. Andrew’s has trained volunteers who offer their services as chaplains at St. Luke’s McCall Hospital.
McCall Sunrise Meeting
St. Andrew’s provides a meeting place for The McCall Sunrise Meeting, a local chapter of Alcoholics Anonymous.
St. Andrew’s Church and Fireside Room
Available for weddings, memorials, and other community meetings and events.