What Can I Expect from an Episcopal Worship?
Our worship is liturgical, meaning it follows the same service and prayers week to week from texts that don't change much during a given season of the year. This sameness gives the worship a rhythm that becomes comforting and familiar to worshipers.
All worship in the Episcopal Church is based in the Book of Common Prayer.
The liturgy might seem confusing at first. However, a program is available at every service providing guidance.
Who May receive Communion?
All baptized Christians—no matter age or denomination—are welcome to receive communion (also known as the Eucharist) by joining the congregation at the altar to eat the bread and drink the wine. For those who do not feel comfortable drinking from the communal cup, you may “intinct” or dip the wafer in the cup and then consume it. Episcopalians invite all baptized people to receive, not because we take the Eucharist lightly, but because we take our baptism so seriously.
Visitors who are not baptized Christians are still welcome to come forward during the Communion to receive a blessing.
How Long is the Service?
Most Sunday services last about an hour. However, special services such as Christmas and Easter, tend to run longer. The 4:30 p.m. service tends to run about 30 minutes depending on the size of the group and how the spirit moves us that particular afternoon.
What Should I Wear?
You will find a wide variety of types of dress at St. John's from jeans to business attire. However, most of the congregation wear business casual attire (example: Khaki pants and a polo shirt). During special services, such as Christmas, many members prefer to dress up. Remember it doesn't matter what you were, only that you are able to join us to celebrate God's love!
What Type of Programs are Available?
St. John's offers countless programs for adults, youth and children, including:
- Weekly bible study
- Adult choir
- Sunday school
- Nursery assistance during Sunday service
- Youth group
- A variety of service opportunities such as: Acolytes, ushers, Altar Guild, Episcopal Church Women (ECW), St. Martha's Guild and community outreach
Schedule of Services:
Sunday - 8 and 10 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., except the first Sunday of every month, with one morning service at 9 a.m.
Wednesday - 11:30 a.m.
Thursday - 5:30 p.m.
Please note the chapel is open at all times for private prayer.
How to Find Us:
St. John’s is located in Downtown Wausau, at 330 McClellan Street. For a map courtesy of Google Maps© click here. Parking is available on the street and in public lots surrounding the church.
For More Information
If you would like more information or have any additional questions please feel free to contact Father David Klutterman via e-mail at: Klutterman@aol.com
