Arriving and parking
Please aim to arrive 10–15 minutes before the Liturgy begins. On-site parking is available around the church grounds. Follow any signs or directions from church volunteers when the grounds are busy.
Coming to the church
Plan your visit
Whether you are coming to a baptism or wedding, joining a ministry, or attending Sunday Divine Liturgy, here is what helps you arrive at ease.
Where32–40 Kosovich Place, Cecil Park
LanguageEnglish
Sunday Liturgy8:30 am
Get directions (opens in a new tab)Baptism or wedding guests
If you have been invited to a service.
You do not need to become a regular Sunday attender to be a respectful guest. Come a little early, dress modestly for worship, and follow the congregation or simply observe. Parking is on the church grounds.
For times, family arrangements, or accessibility, contact the office. Photographers and videographers should open the media guide on a phone rather than assuming what is allowed in the sanctuary.
Email the office- Arrive 10–15 minutes before the time you have been given, so you can park and be shown where to sit.
- Keep shoulders and knees covered. Women are encouraged to bring a simple headscarf; men pray with the head uncovered.
- The service is in English. There will be prayer, Scripture, hymnody and ceremony. You are not expected to know the movements.
- Unless Father Neil has told you otherwise, do not come forward for the Eucharist.
- Friday Night Preaching and Bible studies are open to you as well, if you would like to return during the week.
Ministries
The usual first step for most people.
Friday Night Preaching and Bible studies are for everyone — including seekers, invited guests, visiting Christians, and members. If you are discovering the faith, start here or speak with Father Neil, rather than treating Sunday Liturgy as the default.
Sunday Divine Liturgy
If you are coming on Sunday.
An additional path, especially for Christians baptised in an apostolic Church. Seekers are not forbidden to come; they may observe, and they should not receive the Eucharist.
Who may receive the Eucharist
The Eucharist is for Christians baptised in an apostolic Church — Orthodox or Catholic — in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, after speaking with the priest. If that is not your situation, you are welcome to observe the Liturgy; please remain in place and do not come forward to receive.
What to wear
- Formal dress is encouraged but not required; modest, respectful clothing is appropriate.
- Please keep shoulders and knees covered.
- Women: bring a simple headscarf to wear during worship.
- Men: wear long pants and a long-sleeved shirt, with the head uncovered.
During the service
The Liturgy includes Scripture, prayers, hymns, incense, a sermon and the Eucharist. The congregation stands for much of the service, with opportunities to sit. You may follow others or observe quietly.
Children
Children and families are welcome. Sunday School is available at 8:30 am for children aged four to seven. For current arrangements or accessibility needs, contact the church before attending.
Eucharist
- Many members of the congregation will come forward to receive the Eucharist.
- The Eucharist is for Christians baptised in an apostolic Church — Orthodox or Catholic — in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, after speaking with the priest.
- If that is not your situation, remain prayerfully in place and do not come forward to receive.
- Speak with Reverend Father Neil Makko before receiving, including if you hope to receive at a future service.
After the service
After the service, please join us in the hall for fellowship and breakfast. It is a relaxed part of Sunday where children, young people, adults and elders share a meal. You are welcome to stay, introduce yourself and connect at your own pace.
Speak with us first
Would a conversation help?
Contact the office about ministries, a baptism or wedding you have been invited to, or Sunday Liturgy. Reverend Father Neil Makko can guide you according to your circumstances.