WELCOME

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS for SUNDAY MORNINGS

• What time do I arrive? It’s good to arrive a few minutes before the service so you can get yourself settled. An usher or greeter will give you a bulletin which will guide you through the service. We are located at 432 Van Buren St. Herndon, VA 20171, and you can access the church parking lot via either Van Buren or Spring streets. Follow the signs to the Sanctuary! There is a handicapped ramp at the top level of the church and an elevator if you come in through the lower level (Preschool Entrance).

• Where do I sit? Sit anywhere you like! There are comfy chairs in the back for anyone’s use.

• Kids at Church: We know it’s hard, but thank you for bringing your children to church. Please know that your family is a vital part of the community gathered in worship and we enjoy the joyous background noise! We have worship bags available in the Narthex as well as Godly Play at our 10 am service. You cand find more information here about children at St. Timothy’s.

• Sit, stand, or kneel?  At St. Tim’s, some stand while others kneel, so nothing you do is wrong. It’s always appropriate to follow the example of those around you.

• The Peace This can be a particularly awkward moment for people who are newcomers or visitors. What we are doing is ritually enacting our need to be in right relationship with one another before we go to communion. We do that by saying “Peace be with you” to one another. People may shake hands or embrace the people right around you.

• Communion People generally come forward to stand or kneel at the altar to receive communion. Ushers will help guide you. The official policy of the Episcopal Church is that anyone who has been baptized may receive communion. Others may come to the altar for a blessing. For the bread, gluten-free wafers are available upon request. For the wine, either take a sip from the chalice or allow the chalice-bearer to intinct for you.