The Episcopal Church is rich in tradition and liturgy. This is a blessing, but it can be confusing for newcomers. If you are not familiar with the Episcopal worship services, these notes may be helpful.

It's often helpful to prepare for corporate worship by previewing the Order of Service as listed in the bulletin and by prayer.  Many people kneel and cross themselves at various times during the service.  This is each worshiper's personal choice.  Feel free to do so, or not, as you wish.

All baptized Christians are welcome to receive the bread and wine at Communion, regardless of age or religious tradition.  Children are invited to come forward to receive either Communion or a blessing, at the discretion of their parents.  You are equally welcome to remain in your seat.  If you come forward, the priest will serve you the bread ad then a chalice bearer will serve the wine.  The bread is best received on an opened-flat hand.  If you eat the bread as soon as it is served, the chalice bearer will offer you a sip of wine directly from the large chalice.  The cup is best guided to the mouth by taking hold of the base of the chalice.  Receiving only bread or wine is acceptable as full communion.

We welcome children and our expectation is that they worship with their families in church. A quiet play area is provided in the back of the church for families with children six and under. Older children are welcome to use a “What Are We Doing?” pamphlet, available with crayons in the back of the church.

Please join us in the Parish Hall for coffee hour after the 10:30 service.

Visitor cards are available in the racks of each pew. Place completed cards in the offering plate or give them to an usher or the priest.