Welcome Home.
We are so glad you joined us for worship at St. Mary Magdalene Orthodox Church. The Divine Liturgy may have felt ancient, beautiful, but perhaps a little unfamiliar and that is all right. Everything you experienced comes from a living tradition that has been handed down in the Church since the time of the Apostles.
Orthodoxy is not a new version of Christianity but the fullness of the faith preserved through prayer, worship, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit. We hope your visit gave you a glimpse of that sacred continuity and the peace that comes from standing in the presence of God.
What You Experienced in the Liturgy
- When we stand, we stand before God in awe.
- When we cross ourselves, we confess the Holy Trinity.
- When we sing, we join the angels in heaven.
- When we His Body and Blood, we are with Christ.
What Comes Next
Your first visit is only the beginning of a lifelong journey of faith. The Orthodox Church invites you to grow at your own pace, to ask questions, and to experience the beauty of worship and community again and again. Below are a few simple ways to stay connected and continue learning.
- Come again: The best way to learn about Orthodoxy is to be present. The more you come, the more the Liturgy begins to open to your heart.
- Join us for Coffee Hour: Stay after Liturgy and meet our parish family in a relaxed and welcoming setting.
- Ask questions: Fr. Stephen and our parish members are always glad to talk about what you saw and heard.
- Attend our Bible Study and Catechumen Classes: These are informal and open to anyone who wants to learn more about the faith.
- Get on our email list for all the latest happenings at the parish: Fr. Stephen sends out multiple emails throughout the week that include links to all our studies, schedule of services, and anything he may find fruitful for the spiritual health of the parish. Ask to be added.
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