What to Expect
“Every Sunday, we get to dine with God.” That is how one beloved member of St. Peter’s recently described what she experiences on Sunday mornings at church. Whether it’s during worship or at Coffee Hour afterwards, a meal is at the heart of our life together.
As an Episcopal Church, our worship includes ancient rituals, yet also embraces the present in meaningful ways. Our liturgy (or prayer) includes hymns and songs as well as times of quiet. There are readings from Holy Scripture, a sermon, prayers and a celebration of the Holy Eucharist where we experience Jesus present with us in bread and wine. People of all ages, including children, are welcome and expected at worship at St. Peter’s.
Following worship, the holy meal that we share together in church continues at Coffee Hour. As our rector says each week, Coffee Hour is “a continuation of the hospitality we experienced at God’s table.” Some people have remarked that at St. Peter’s, “Coffee Hour” does not do it justice since there is always a meal. We like to think of it as a foretaste of the heavenly banquet. We hope you will come experience it with us.
Children & Families
At St. Peter’s, we strive to welcome people of all ages, including infants, toddlers and young children. Our building is equipped with a family restroom, which includes a changing table. For children aged 3-12, our Sunday School program, Godly Play, is held from September to June on the first, third and fifth Sundays of the month during the first half of the service. For children who may need a little extra “wiggle” room in church, our church space is equipped with books, soft toys, and coloring pages. Children are fully welcome at St. Peter’s in the fullness of their being, wiggles and all.
Persons with Disabilities
For persons unable to climb stairs or use our ramp, our space is equipped with a lift from the Lower Parish Hall on the South King Street level to our church space. The restrooms in our Lower Parish Hall as well as our gym are fully accessible.
