Episcopal church · MO · est. 1870 · Historic register · Verified 20 days ago

Christ Episcopal Church

680 South Florence Avenue, Springfield, MO 65807
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4.6 · 38 Google reviews

About Christ Episcopal Church


Christ Episcopal Church is an Episcopal church in Springfield, Missouri located at 601 E Walnut St, Springfield, MO 65806. Christ Episcopal Church was founded in 1870. As of April 2026, Christ Episcopal Church holds a 4.6-star rating across 38 Google reviews. The Christ Episcopal Church parish office answers at (417) 866-5133.

Our mission is "To Know Christ, and to Make Christ Known."

Christ Episcopal is the oldest church still in operation in Springfield, Missouri. Christ Church was established in 1859, and is included in the National Historic Register.

If you are familiar with Roman Catholic or Lutheran services, you will find Episcopal services remarkably similar. The central rite is the Service of Holy Eucharist.

Regardless of your race, gender identity, sexuality, ethnicity or religious background, you are welcome to participate with us in worship, fellowship, and service.

All baptized Christians, regardless of denomination, are invited to receive the Eucharist. Services are held on Sunday at 8 and 10 a.m. Thursday evening services are held at 5:30 p.m."

Sacraments and rites at Christ Episcopal Church


Christ Episcopal Church publishes the following sacraments and devotions in its public materials: Baptism, Holy Eucharist.

  • Baptism
  • Holy Eucharist

Christ Episcopal Church through the years


  1. 1870 Founded
  2. March 26, 1987 Added to the National Register

When does Christ Episcopal Church hold services?


Christ Episcopal Church publishes the following weekly hours: Thursday 8 AM–5 PM, Friday 8 AM–12 PM, Saturday Closed, Sunday 7:30 AM–12 PM, Monday 8 AM–5 PM, Tuesday 8 AM–5 PM, Wednesday 8 AM–5 PM. All times are local to Springfield, MO.

Thursday
8 AM–5 PM
Friday
8 AM–12 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
7:30 AM–12 PM
Monday
8 AM–5 PM
Tuesday
8 AM–5 PM
Wednesday
8 AM–5 PM

Where is Christ Episcopal Church located?


Christ Episcopal Church is located at 601 E Walnut St, Springfield, MO 65806. The building sits at coordinates 37.20186, -93.27735, placing it in Springfield, MO 65807.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

Parking within ¼ mile
Transit within ¼ mile
Coffee & a bite afterward

Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, Apr 27, 2026.

The neighborhood around Christ Episcopal Church


The ZIP code 65807 area around Christ Episcopal Church is home to 55,384 residents with a median household income of $48,029 and a median age of 33.4 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

55,384 Residents in ZIP 65807
33.4 Median age
$48,029 Median household income

US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.

What to expect at a service at Christ Episcopal Church


Episcopal worship uses the Book of Common Prayer, the same liturgy Anglicans have prayed for centuries.

  • Holy Eucharist lasts about an hour. Includes Scripture readings, sermon, the Nicene Creed, prayers of the people, and Communion.
  • All baptized Christians are welcome to receive Communion regardless of denomination.
  • Dress varies by parish — suit or business casual is always safe.

Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.

Quiet time to visit: A weekday mid-morning visit — roughly 10:30 AM on Thursday — is usually the quietest time for personal prayer or a look inside.

Christ Episcopal Church on the National Register of Historic Places


Christ Episcopal Church is listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places under reference 87000514, added to the Register on March 26, 1987.

Read the official NPS nomination for Christ Episcopal Church →

Churches founded the same year as Christ Episcopal Church


4 other churches with a documented founding year of 1870 are indexed in Churches List.

Your Sunday at Christ Episcopal Church


Service window 7:30 AM–12 PM
Nearest transit Bus stop · 404 ft
Coffee after Potter's House · 623 ft

Christ Episcopal Church by the numbers


156 Years of continuous worship since 1870
38 Google reviews to date
Gothic Revival architecture Architectural tradition

Questions and answers about Christ Episcopal Church


What denomination is Christ Episcopal Church?
This parish is part of the Episcopal tradition.
What are the service times at Christ Episcopal Church?
Published hours: Thursday 8 AM–5 PM, Friday 8 AM–12 PM, Saturday Closed, Sunday 7:30 AM–12 PM, Monday 8 AM–5 PM, Tuesday 8 AM–5 PM, Wednesday 8 AM–5 PM
What is the phone number for Christ Episcopal Church?
You can reach the parish at (417) 866-5133.
Where is Christ Episcopal Church located?
The parish is located at 601 E Walnut St, Springfield, MO 65806.
When was Christ Episcopal Church founded?
Founded in 1870.
Is Christ Episcopal Church on the National Register of Historic Places?
Yes — NRHP reference 87000514, added March 26, 1987.
How do visitors rate Christ Episcopal Church?
4.6 out of 5 stars, based on 38 Google reviews.
What is the architecture of Christ Episcopal Church?
Christ Episcopal Church is a Gothic Revival architecture building.
Is Christ Episcopal Church the official parish listing?
This listing is compiled from public Google Business data and has not yet been claimed by the parish. If you represent Christ Episcopal Church, you can claim the listing to edit hours, photos, and announcements.

Visitor notes about Christ Episcopal Church


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Est. 1870 One of 108 Episcopal parishes in MO  ·  See the register →
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