Quick Guide for Visitors
Service Times |
9:00am (Sept–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
At St Laurence, we’re glad to welcome you - whether you’ve been to church all your life or are exploring faith for the first time. There’s no dress code. You’ll see everything from jeans to a jacket and tie. Whatever makes you comfortable is fine.
Our Services
- Parish Communion – 10:30am (September - June) / 10:00am (July - August)
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 (September–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 Avenue, with a small parking lot (including accessible spaces).
- Larger lot: Behind the church, accessed from Bowman Avenue.
- Both entrances are 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.