Quick Guide for Visitors
Service Times |
9:00am (Oct–June) Holy Communion (quiet, no music);
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Parking |
Main entrance: St Laurence Ave (small lot with accessible spaces)Large lot: behind church, off Bowman Ave |
Children |
Kids Church during main service (Sept–June)Activity table at the back of the church sanctuaryPurpose-built room with glass wall & audio feed for carers |
Communion |
Everyone welcome. Bread & wine, gluten-free wafers & grape juice available.Communion can be brought to your seat - just ask a greeter |
Coffee & Conversation |
Join us in the main hall after the service - a great way to meet people and ask questions |
You’re Welcome Here
You might have driven along Como Lake Avenue without ever noticing the turn that brings you to us. St Laurence is an Anglican church in Coquitlam where worship has deep roots and room to breathe, where honest questions are part of the journey and not a shortcut around it, and where the table is set for everyone without condition.
We are an affirming community: no matter your background, your sexuality, your gender identity, or who you love, you are safe and welcome here. Come as you are.
Our Services
- Parish Communion – 10:30am (October - June) / 10:00am (July - September)
Our main Sunday service, with sung hymns, liturgy, and a mix of traditional and contemporary music. This service is also livestreamed on our YouTube channel (we’d love you to subscribe!). Afterward, the homily (sermon) is posted online for later viewing. - Holy Communion – 9:00am (October–June)
A smaller, quieter service without music.
(If you’re new to Anglican worship, think of these as our “early service” and our “main service.”)
Parking & Accessibility
- Main entrance: On St Laurence Street, with a small parking lot (including accessible spaces).
- Larger lot: Behind the church, accessed from Bowman Avenue.
- Our Main entrance is fully wheelchair accessible.
What to Expect
- A friendly greeter will welcome you and answer questions.
- Sit wherever you feel comfortable; ushers can help if needed.
- Our worship uses modern, accessible language and blends traditional and contemporary elements.
- Services last about 60 - 75 minutes.
Children & Families
Children are always welcome. During the main service (September - June), we offer Kids Church, where children begin in worship and then head out for their own program before rejoining families for Communion.
We also provide:
- A children’s activity table at the back of the church, available throughout the service.
- A purpose-built room for younger children and carers, with a glass wall looking into the sanctuary and a speaker system so parents don’t miss out.
If children stay with you in the pews, that’s absolutely fine - wiggles and noise are part of church life!
Communion
Everyone is welcome to receive Communion. Bread and wine are offered, with gluten-free wafers and grape juice available. Ushers will guide you when it’s time to come forward.
If it’s easier for you to remain seated, Communion can be brought to you - just let a greeter know how we can help.
After the Service
Please join us for coffee, tea, and conversation in the main hall. It’s a great way to meet people and ask questions.
Want to Learn More?
If you’d like to connect further, talk to a greeter, fill out a visitor card, or sign up for our weekly email newsletter. And don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel for livestreams and sermon recordings.