We love visitors and those interested in knowing some more about us. So when you come, you will be warmly welcomed and not expected to do things a particular way or give money. 

Because Orthodox Christian worship is ancient and from the Mediterranean area, much of it will seem unfamiliar to those whose prior church experience has been in other churches. There is the sight of candles and oil lamps, there is the smell of sweet incense in the air, there are the icons of Christ and His saints, most of the service is chanted and sung, people are bowing and crossing themselves, and the service's focus is joining each other along with our heavenly brothers and sisters in joyful worship. This is how we have worshiped Jesus for almost 2,000 years.

There is a service book and a bulletin you can follow the service with. The greeters will be happy to answer any questions you have. But most of all, just observe and absorb. The best way to learn is by experiencing, seeing, and tasting. And give it some time. Come to several services to better absorb what this profound spiritual experience is.

Then join us for coffee and refreshments afterward and get to know us. We're fellow pilgrims just like you.

A note on receiving communion, also known as the Eucharist. The Eucharist is a very holy and, therefore, "family only" sacrament. Thus, the reception of the Holy Eucharist is only for baptized members of the Orthodox Christian Church who have prepared with prayer, fasting, and regular confession. If you want to know more about this, just ask our pastor.

Yes! Children worship with us.

We do not shuffle them off to kiddie church or Sunday school. Your children are welcome and loved!

Don’t worry if your child wiggles and squirms a bit. God put the wiggle in them; don’t try to get it out! Unless your child is making more noise than our priest and choir, just stay put. When they need a little more room, just walk them to the back, so that they can still see and hear what’s going on.