Interested in inquiring further into the Orthodox Faith? The first step is to experience the services and life of the church first hand. There is no formal commitment made by the Inquirer. Attend church regularly; a number of services are offered even on weekdays throughout the year.
Take the time as an inquirer to familiarize yourself with the beauty and order of the services and the people who worship alongside you (please keep in mind that only Baptized, Chrismated Orthodox Christian can partake of Holy Communion). Also during this time, it is helpful to utilize the resources available on our website to learn more about the Orthodox Christian faith. You may also meet with Fr. George for discussions about any questions you may have about the Faith. He can advise you on what books to read to supplement your initial observation of Orthodoxy in practice.
You may eventually decide, with the guidance of Fr. George, to become a Catechumen. Usually after participating in a catechism class, a catechumen, together with their priest, may decide that it is time to be brought into the Church via Baptism and Chrismation. This beautiful service represents a renewal and official beginning of your life in Christ as a member of His body, the Holy Orthodox Church and a full participant in the Eucharist and other sacraments of the Church.
Becoming an Orthodox Christian is a life changing experience. There is a unique beauty in parish life and joy in finding your own personal way to contribute to it. The best part about the Christian life is that there is no limit to an individual’s growth in Christ. Each member of the body of Christ is called to be a saint, that is, a person who becomes united with God by grace.
Take the time as an inquirer to familiarize yourself with the beauty and order of the services and the people who worship alongside you (please keep in mind that only Baptized, Chrismated Orthodox Christian can partake of Holy Communion). Also during this time, it is helpful to utilize the resources available on our website to learn more about the Orthodox Christian faith. You may also meet with Fr. George for discussions about any questions you may have about the Faith. He can advise you on what books to read to supplement your initial observation of Orthodoxy in practice.
You may eventually decide, with the guidance of Fr. George, to become a Catechumen. Usually after participating in a catechism class, a catechumen, together with their priest, may decide that it is time to be brought into the Church via Baptism and Chrismation. This beautiful service represents a renewal and official beginning of your life in Christ as a member of His body, the Holy Orthodox Church and a full participant in the Eucharist and other sacraments of the Church.
Becoming an Orthodox Christian is a life changing experience. There is a unique beauty in parish life and joy in finding your own personal way to contribute to it. The best part about the Christian life is that there is no limit to an individual’s growth in Christ. Each member of the body of Christ is called to be a saint, that is, a person who becomes united with God by grace.