You are welcome to join us
Welcome to our SJC² Partnership! St. John Chrysostom, St. Joseph and St. Mary Magdalene Equal to the Apostles are Episcopal communities who accept all just the way God created us. We hope you will come worship with us. You will be among friends.
Visiting a new church may feel awkward and we know it might be difficult to walk through the door the first time. However, all who enter are welcome. You may see some people stand or kneel during the service — please do whatever is comfortable for you.
Below are some frequently asked questions. If you have any additional questions, don’t hesitate to contact us or talk with our priests or a greeter when you visit.
When are services?
Sunday Prayer service is online via Zoom at 9:00am. Sunday morning Worship Service in-person and on Zoom at 10:00am.
Thursdays feature online Bible Study from 10:00-11:00am, join us on Zoom
Worship
When you arrive one of our Greeters will hand you a service bulletin. It will guide you through our service and help you to participate as fully as you are comfortable. We encourage you to ask for any help you may need. Worship usually begins by listening to scripture readings and prayer. We then gather around God’s table, sharing Holy Communion.
What about the bread and wine?
We use wine during Communion and a gluten-free wafer is also available. You may choose to receive none, both or either of these, or a blessing from the priest at the altar rail instead. ALL are welcome to share in this bread of life and cup of salvation.
If you prefer not to receive Holy Communion, you may come forward for a blessing. Crossing your forearms over your chest indicates to the priest that you are there for a blessing. After the blessing, simply return to your pew.
Standing, Sitting & Kneeling
You may see each of these postures when you visit, depending on the season of the church. If a given posture is difficult for you, please choose another that is comfortable for you.
What should I wear?
Please wear whatever makes you comfortable! We are a fairly casual community – you’ll see a lot of orange if the Broncos are playing, and shorts in the summer time! Come as you are!
How do I find St. John Chrysostom, St. Joseph or St. Mary Magdalene Equal to the Apostles?
What about children?
Children are always welcome at Sunday services! St. Joseph offers a play area in the main sanctuary just for our precious children. St. John Chrysostom and St. Mary Magdalene Equal to the Apostles believe the sound of children is nothing but praise expressed through small voices.
What does the Episcopal Church believe?
Much of what we believe can be found in our Baptismal Covenant or in Episcopal Traditions. Here it is in part:
I will proclaim by word and example the Good News of God in Christ…
I will seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving my neighbor as myself…
I will strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being…
A summary of what we believe begins on page 845 in the Book of Common Prayer which can be found online here.
Accessibility
St. John Chrysostom & St. Mary Magdalene Equal to the Apostles is accessible with reserved disabled parking in front, a ramp to the main church entrance and accessible restrooms. Please let us know if you have any specific questions. We want you to feel at ease and welcome.
St. Joseph is accessible with reserved disabled parking, a ramp to our main church entrance and an accessible family restroom. Please contact us if you have any questions. We will be happy to show you around.
About the Offering of Money
A regular part of our worship is returning to God a portion of what God has given to us. This occurs in our service when the announcements are completed. As a visitor, you are under no obligation to participate in this offering. However, please feel free to do so if you wish.