Help! I've never been to church before!

That’s ok. We’re a nice group of people who will be happy to help you and make you feel comfortable.

At St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, we use the Episcopal Book of Common Prayer, and each season we have a worship booklet which contains the full service, so you don’t have to struggle with page numbers. We sing from the Hymnal, with occasional music added through the worship booklet or hand-outs.

If you are not sure what to do, just follow everyone else or, if you prefer, you can just remain seated throughout the service. You are under no obligation to join in any of the singing or even to like the music. We know we don't all have the same musical tastes and we don't expect you to either.

At each service, we celebrate "The Great Thanksgiving", or "Communion". This involves eating a small piece of bread and drinking a little wine, the Body and Blood of Christ. This is done by Christian believers in memory of the death and resurrection of Jesus. If you have not been baptized but desire to receive a blessing, you may come forward with the others, cross your arms over your chest, and you will be given a blessing. Baptized Christians of all ages may receive the bread and wine. If you desire to be baptized, we will be happy to talk with you further.

As a visitor you are not expected to contribute to the work of the church (that's our responsibility) so don't feel embarrassed to pass the Offertory plate on without putting anything in it.

After both services, refreshments are served. Join us in the parish hall for refreshments. Just follow the crowd.

Should you need to visit the "facilities", they may be found through the double doors on the right near the front, or in the classroom building to your left as you exit the main door. Our ushers will be glad to direct you there.

For meetings other than church services we use the Parish Hall or a room in the classroom building. Any member or Usher will be glad to direct you to the appropriate area.