Church Etiquette

When coming to an Orthodox Church, we are entering into a holy space, the Kingdom of God. Throughout history, God has revealed the appropriate ways to worship Him and how to behave when in His presence. This behavior is meant to move beyond the walls of the Church, it is meant to infiltrate our very being and the life that we live. Proper behavior in God’s presence is meant to make us holy too.

Here are a few basic guidelines:

• Dress modestly and cleanly

• Turn off mobile phones before coming in

• No food or drink in the church

• Arrive 10-15 minutes early if possible

Visitors Welcome!

Here are a few tips to help make your first visit with us a good one:

• Be sure to sign our guestbook in the entryway with your contact information.

• Please take anything of interest in our literature rack  – we have many free brochures and booklets. We also have a small book store with many books on the spiritual life available.

• If it’s your first time to an Orthodox service, the service books offered are often more of a hindrance than a help so we recommend just observing for your first visit.

• Please know that Holy Communion is for baptized Orthodox Christians who have made preparations through prayer and fasting.

• Be our guest during Fellowship Hour after the Divine Liturgy on Sundays!