✦ Worship
Liturgy &
Prayer Schedule
✦ Schedule
Weekly
Services
Our regular weekly schedule is listed below. Additional services are celebrated on feast days and during the liturgical seasons. Please see the Parish Calendar for the full schedule.
Our Divine Liturgy is the principal act of worship of our community. Visitors and newcomers are warmly welcomed — we are an Open and Affirming congregation and everyone is fully welcome. Please arrive a few minutes early.
Sunday
Matins (Orthros)
The morning office of the Eastern rite, prayed before the Divine Liturgy.
Divine Liturgy
The Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom — the central act of worship of the Eastern Church. The principal act of worship of our community.
Parish Fellowship
Coffee, pastries, and community time following the Divine Liturgy. All are warmly invited.
Saturday
Confession (Sacrament of Penance)
The Sacrament of Reconciliation, celebrated face-to-face in the ancient tradition.
Great Vespers
The solemn evening prayer of the Eastern rite, sung on the eve of Sunday and feast days.
Wednesday
Rosary of Divine Love
The community gathers to pray the Rosary of Divine Love together, meditating on the mysteries of Christ's life.
Great Lent (Seasonal)
Rosary of Divine Love
Every Friday during Great Lent, the community gathers for the Rosary of Divine Love — a meditative prayer accompanying us through the Lenten journey.
Akathist to the Theotokos
The Great Akathist Hymn is prayed on select Friday evenings during the first five weeks of Lent, following the Rosary of Divine Love.
Feast Days
Great Vespers
Solemn Vespers on the eve of major feast days.
Divine Liturgy
Festal Liturgy celebrated on the eve of major feasts.
Divine Liturgy
Festal Liturgy on the day of the feast itself. See the Parish Calendar for specific dates.
✦ Our Services
The Beauty of Eastern Catholic Worship
The Divine Liturgy
The Heart of Our Worship
The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom is the central act of worship of our community and the source and summit of our faith. Celebrated since the 4th century, it is a mystical encounter with the risen Christ where heaven and earth meet. Through the Liturgy, we participate in the eternal worship of God and receive the precious Body and Blood of Christ in Holy Communion. It is a full sensory encounter with the mystery of God — incense, chant, icons, and the Eucharist at the center. The Liturgy is celebrated in English, with elements of Church Slavonic and Greek. We maintain an open table: all who are drawn to receive Holy Communion are welcome, regardless of background, denomination, or life situation. As an Open and Affirming congregation, we believe that no one should be turned away from the table of Christ.
Great Vespers
The Evening Prayer of the Church
Great Vespers is the solemn evening prayer of the Eastern rite, sung on Saturday evenings and on the eves of feast days. This beautiful service of psalms, hymns, and readings prepares our hearts for worship and rest, inviting us into contemplation of God's goodness throughout the day and opening us to the grace of the coming liturgical celebration. The service uses Scripture, ancient prayers, and sacred chant to lift our minds and hearts to heaven. The service lasts approximately 45 minutes and is open to all.
✦ Sacrament of Reconciliation
Confession &
Pastoral Care
The Sacrament of Confession is celebrated face-to-face, following the ancient tradition of the Eastern Church. Fr. Joseph is available for confession at the times listed below, and also by appointment. He welcomes all who seek healing and reconciliation, regardless of how long it has been since their last confession.
First-Time Visitors
What should I wear?
Modest, respectful attire is appreciated. Many women wear a head covering, though it is not required. There is no dress code for visitors.
Can I receive Communion?
All are welcome at the table. Christ himself ate with everyone — the outcast, the seeker, the doubter, the sinner — without first requiring them to be in a particular spiritual state. As a community, we have chosen to follow His example. If you are drawn to receive, please come forward. If you prefer to receive a blessing instead, simply cross your arms over your chest as you approach. No one is turned away.
How long is the service?
The Divine Liturgy lasts approximately 60–75 minutes. Great Vespers is approximately 45 minutes. Matins is approximately 30 minutes.
Is there parking?
Yes, parking is available at our location. Please see the Contact page for our address and directions.