The Divine Liturgy starts at 10:00 AM and is usually over by 11:30 AM.

Before the Divine Liturgy starts there is a service called Orthros (Matins). There is no break between the end of Matins and the beginning of Liturgy, one flows directly into the other, so when you arrive for Divine Liturgy at, or a little before, 9:30 it may seem like you’re late but you’re not. You’re probably catching the end of the Matins service.

There are service books that will help you to follow along with the Divine Liturgy. There are visitor guides of the divine liturgy that you are welcome to keep.

There will be Greeters to meet you to assist and answer any questions you may have. They will be able to assist you in getting seated and provide you with a service book to follow along in.

An Orthodox service can be overwhelming on your first visit. Vibrant images of biblical events and saints cover the walls. You will see people lighting candles and venerating icons. The smell of incense fills the air. People will not only be using their voices to worship, but also their bodies. They will be crossing themselves and bowing or prostrating. It may seem strange at first, but this is how Christians have worshiped God for 2,000 years.

Fellowship

Every Sunday after the Divine Liturgy we have a Fellowship meal. Please make plans to stay afterwards. It would be our honor to have you as our guest.

There are Great Vespers every Saturday beginning at 6 pm and lasting about 45 minutes. On Wednesday, there are weekday services that begin at 6 pm and last about 30 minutes.

When you arrive you will likely see people sitting quietly praying and the room will be dimly lit.

Please grab a service book and find a seat. When the service begins, everyone will stand up. It is the custom of Orthodox Christians to stand at attention during worship.

If you are used to going to other churches, you may expect there to be a Sunday School for the children while adults attend the main service.

In the Orthodox church, children are full-fledged members of the church and attend services along with adults. This may be challenging for parents if it is their first time visiting. A little noise and a little movement from children is not a problem. It is to be expected. We would only ask that if your child begins crying loudly to please take them outside till they calm down, and then return to the service. You will see this happen throughout the service with other families. It is perfectly OK.

The important thing is to participate in the service as a family and to know that we are glad you are with us.

“There are two designated parking spots for our guests. You are welcome to park in those spaces. We also have ADA accessible parking spaces with a ramp.

There are five ADA accessible parking spaces with a ramp onto the sidewalk. There are no steps to enter the building or steps once you are inside. Bathrooms are ADA accessible. Should you need assistance during the service, a Greeter will gladly help find a suitable place in the Nave.