St. Columba in-the-Cove is a unique and growing congregation nestled in the shadow of Monte Santo Mountain, in the community of Big Cove, near the Hampton Cove sub-division. We strive to be an open minded and welcoming body of believers, firmly engaged in the teachings of Jesus Christ.

We welcome all who seek to better know and experience a life in Christ as instructed and led by the Holy Spirit.

Established in 2000, St. Columba Church offers many opportunities to serve the community of Big Cove and the surrounding areas. Among our ministries are the CARE Center, a place where families in need can get help with the challenges of life including food and clothing assistance, tutorial help for students, and utility bill assistance. Also, our men's group works with the CARE Center to help provide home repairs and construction needs to local families.

Other groups at St. Columba Church include:

The Episcopal Church Women (E.C.W.), a social and service organization for women in the Episcopal Church.
The Episcopal Youth Community (E.Y.C.), a youth group who call themselves the TURTLES (Togrther UndeRstanding The Life Everlasting Spirit)
The Altar Guild, a women's service group dedicated to the maintenance, preparedness, and service of the Church's liturgy.
Lay Eucharistic Ministers (L.E.M.), a group of non-ordained men and women who assist the priest during the service.
The men's, women's, and kid's Liturgy Service Group who serve as readers, acolytes, ushers, intercessers, and hospitality providers.
Sunday school teachers for adults and youth.

Our Sunday services include:

A come-as-you-are 8:15 am Eucharistic service, Rite II, with no music and an abreviated sermon by the Rector.
A 10:30 am Rite II Eucharistic service with music, singing, and all of the trimmings.
Adult and youth Sunday school begins at 9:15 am.

Wednesday service includes:

A short Eucharistic service at 6:00 pm, followed by a casual dinner, and youth group activities until 8:00 pm.