A bit more about our History
The beginnings
A small group of men and women gathered in the Pilgrim House Chapel in Brunswick, Maine in June of 2001 following the ordination to the deaconate of †David Christopher Bellville. David was ordained through the EACA at it's cathedral church in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Weekly Eucharist began to occur at 5:00 p.m. every Sunday, and worship at that hour has continued since. We are men and women, old and young, gay and straight, together.
What is the EACA?
The Evangelical Anglican Church in America began in the early 1990's by a group of persons from various denominations who wanted to start a denomination that was Anglican in nature, and inclusive in it's ministry. It's history of ministry to the gay and lesbian community is impressive. To find out more about the EACA click on the link on the left side of this page.
How Did the Name of the Church Get Chosen?
Possible names for the church were solicited from those involved with the church. From a list of about 25 names, the church went on retreat and got involved in discernment for a name. The name 'Church of the Good Samaritan' was suggested on the retreat (it was not part of the original list). It seemed to express the mission of the church - which was to reach out to those at the side of the road; those that had been rejected by others. The church has had a special outreach to the gay and lesbian community from its' beginnings.
Church of the Good Samaritan
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The Church of the Good Samaritan is a 501(c)3 organization. All donations are fully tax-deductible. If you wish to donate, please
send your check to: Church of the Good Samaritan
9
Cleaveland St
Brunswick,
ME 04011-2109