What happens at church?

At each of our church services, we worship God together in song (a mix of traditional hymns and more contemporary music). Someone reads from the Bible, and the pastor preaches a sermon that helps us understand the text and apply it to our hearts. We bring our needs, and the needs of the world, to God in prayer; and we share together in the Lord’s Supper (also called Holy Communion). After the service, many of us stick around to chat over coffee, tea, and cookies in the hall.

Our worship follows the liturgy (pattern of worship) laid out in the Book of Common Prayer 2019, part of a tradition of Christian liturgy stretching back to the English Reformation, and beyond, to the ancient Church.

Of course, the best way to find out what our church service is like is to come and experience it for yourself!

I’m not a Christian. Can I still come to church?

Yes! Coming to church is a great way to learn what Christians believe, and to get to know Jesus for yourself.

Can I take Communion?

Anyone can take Communion who believes in Jesus Christ, has been baptized, and repents of his or her sins. You don’t need to be Anglican; Christ’s table is open to all Christians.

At St. Timothy’s, baptized children may receive Communion at the discretion of their parents.

Can I bring my kids to church?

Yes, absolutely! Kids of all ages are welcome; don’t worry if they make a little noise.

Our children stay with us in the sanctuary for most of the Sunday service, where they learn to participate in Christian worship by observing older believers and joining in as they are able. At the time of the sermon, kids ages 4 to 11 are invited to attend a Sunday school lesson in a room just down the hall, after which their teachers lead them back into the sanctuary, in time for Communion.

Parents with children younger than 4 are welcome to keep them in the sanctuary throughout the service, or take them to the nursery down the hall as needed. Children age 12 and up are invited to stay in the sanctuary for the sermon.

All our clergy and Sunday school teachers receive annual training in our Safety, Response and Care Policy, and undergo a police Vulnerable Sector Screening (renewed every three years). We share your concern for your children’s well-being, and we thank you for trusting us with them.

Have any other questions?

You can get in touch with Pastor Josiah by email at josiah@sttimothyabc.org, or by phone at (514) 319-1656. He will be happy to hear from you, and to answer any questions you may have about your visit!