What to Expect at an Orthodox Church
Orthodox Church Service
12 Things I wish I had know before entering an Orthodox church by Kh. Frederica Mathewes-Green, http://frederica.com/12-things/
Church Etiquette
Church Etiquette or Some Things You Should Know While In Church by Father David Barr, http://www.sainteliaschurch.org/files/Etiquette.pdf
Attending St. Ignatius
Families and Children
We want everyone to participate in our services, therefore, it is extremely important to us that both parents and children feel comfortable in our church. Our services are quite long, so if at any point you need to take your child out of the sanctuary, please feel free to do so. There is a room for nursing and diaper changing (before you enter the church), which can be used during the services.
Communion
Holy Communion is only for members of the Orthodox Church who have prepared themselves through prayer, fasting and regular confession. However, everyone is welcome to come forward and to partake of the blessed bread offered by the Altar boys.
Coffee Hour
All are welcome to join us for coffee hour after the Divine Liturgy on Sunday mornings and for potluck dinners after Presanctified Liturgies during Great Lent.
Last But Not Least
Entering the Church
When you enter the church please make sure to sign our guest book located next to the icon of our Patron Saint, Ignatius of Antioch. Also, make sure to pick up a bulletin. This will provide you with information about the parish and help you to follow the services on Sunday mornings.
Joining the Church
If you are interested in joining the Church, please contact our parish priest, Fr. Philip Begley at fr.philip@stignatiusfranklin.org or 615-791-8143.