The Sarum Episcopal Church stands in a long tradition of Catholic bodies. We are a Catholic Church whose Sacramental Orders have come through Old Catholic Bishops. Our resource for doctrine and liturgy is the ancient British Catholic tradition. We believe in sensitivity and compassion, in hope and expectation, in growth and integrity, in accountability and responsibility.

ORTHODOX, TRADITIONAL, PROGRESSIVE

ORTHODOXY IN DOCTRINE

• For a sense of rootedness and a clear knowledge of our foundation in Christ's Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church.
• For the history, culture and development of the Gay and Lesbian community.

TRADITIONAL LITURGY

• For a sacramental and aesthetic medium in the fullness of tradition for the growth and affirmation of the people of God.
• For an effective means of presenting the Catholic faith and an affirming atmosphere.
• For building a strong sense of community.

PROGRESSIVE SOCIAL CONSCIENCE

• For freedom to address contemporary issues.
• For a modern idiom in liturgy.
• For women and men as clergy.
• For welcoming people living with HIV.
• For a nonjudgemental and welcoming acceptance of the people of God regardless of orientation, marital status or lifestyle.