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12 Things I Wish I’d Known
By Fredricka Matthews Green 1. What’s all this commotion? During the early part of the service the church may seem to be in a hubbub, with people walking up to the front of the church, praying in front of the iconostasis (the standing icons in front of the altar), kissing things and lighting candles, even though the service is already going on. In fact, when you came in the service was already going on, although the sign outside clearly said “Divine Liturgy, 9:30.” You felt embarrassed to apparently be late, but these people are even later, and they’re walking all around inside the church. What’s going on here? In an Orthodox…
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Welcome
Come and See! We would be honored by your visit and invite you to come experience the ancient Orthodox Christian Church and worship with us. Visiting an Orthodox Church, for many people, is a new and exciting experience. For those who are unfamiliar with the Orthodox Christian faith it may sometimes be difficult to understand what is happening, and we are sensitive to that. Be sure to read a very helpful article entitled“12 Things I wish I’d known…” written by Frederica Matthews-Green or watch a few videos here to prepare you for what you will experience. If you have any questions during your visit, please speak to any one of the friendly…
