Thank-you for your interest in visiting St. Andrew Lutheran Church! We look forward meeting you. Weekly worship services are every Sunday at 10:30 am.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the services like?
- Attending St. Andrew Lutheran you will find yourself amongst a welcoming congregation that will do everything possible to make you feel like a part of worship.
- Sunday worship services typically run about an hour in length.
- Each service consists of four main elements:
- Gathering: Confession and Forgiveness, a remembrance of baptism, and an opening hymn
- Word: Pastor’s message (Sermon) typically is based on one that readings for that Sunday.
- Meal: Holy Communion is served at every service
- Sending: prayer, hymn, and a call for all to Share the Good News
- What should I wear?
- At St. Andrew Lutheran, we are very open to whatever you would like to wear. Some members will wear a traditional “Sunday best” but others are entirely casual in jeans and a comfortable shirt. “All are Welcome!” so feel free to come as you are and wear whatever makes you feel most at ease.
- Can I participate in communion?
- “All are welcome” at the table to receive God’s grace through the sacrament of Holy Communion, regardless of age. Both wine and grape juice are offered as well as gluten free bread. If you prefer a blessing instead, simply place your arms in an X shape over your chest.
- Are children welcome?
- It is a joy having children at worship as they are the future of our world, and sharing the Good News of the Word with them, no matter how how young, is important.
- Activity bags are available and are filled with crayons and quiet activities for younger children.
- Understandably that sometimes there can be a need for even the most patient of parents to have a more peaceful, contemplative time at worship, and there is a nursery available for that reason.
- If it is necessary the ibrary area (just outside the sanctuary) is often used for conforting and calming young ones.
- How accessible is the church for those who are handicapped?
- Our church is fully accessible by wheelchair, and even if you were to come to worship without a wheelchair but need one later, we have one that can be provided to you. There are also assistive hearing devices and large print bulletins available.