All Souls is an Episcopal church.  Our denomination is rooted in the Church of England, transformed and adapted to American needs.  The Episcopal church is a blend of Catholic sacraments and priesthood, Protestant emphasis on the scriptures and the individual, and humanistic respect for individual experience and reason.  That blend has kept the church together during contentious times, and appeals to the diverse group of seekers that we attract.

The Episcopal Church has more than 2.4 million members in 7,679 congregations in 110 dioceses (and one similar geographic convocation) situated in 15 countries plus the United States. To read more fast facts click: EpiscopalLife Online.

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Sacraments are often called "outward and visible signs of an inward and spiritual grace."  The two principal sacraments for Episcopalians are Baptism and the Eucharist (Holy Communion).  The other five sacraments in which we share are Confirmation (the mature affirmation of one's faith), Ordination to Holy Orders, Marriage, Reconciliation, and Anointing of the Sick.

It is a reenactment of the Last Supper that Jesus shared with his disciples before his death on the cross.  It is the means by which we share in the mystery and hope of his death and resurrection.  The Eucharist is the focal point of liturgy, and indeed, of life at All Souls.  It is the Eucharistic table that brings us together physically and makes us one in spirit.

All are welcome to share in the celebration of Eucharist, regardless of one's faith tradition or of where they may be in their faith journey.  This reflects our understanding that it is indeed the Lord's table to which we come, and all are welcomed by our Lord.

All Souls does not have its own parking lot.  Street parking is available on Swan Street, Angle Street, All Souls Crescent, Boston Way, Kitchen Place, Biltmore Plaza, and Sweeten Creek Rd (Alt 25).  Additionally, the parking lots of Wachovia Bank on Swan Street, the State Employees Credit Union on All Souls Crescent, and Bank of America on All Souls Crescent are available to visitors.

No, All Souls did not become the Catheral for the Diocese of Western North Carolina until January 1, 1995.

All Souls is the seat of our bishop.  All Souls, as Cathedral, is blessed to be the site where liturgies and events draw the entire Diocese together in unity.