Welcome to St. Stephen's!
There is parking in the front of the church, in the back and along the streets of Veteran's Way and Village Way. The front door faces Village Way. Our congregation is made up of people of all ages, all walks of life and many different denominations of the Christian faith. We are held together by one thing, our desire to follow Jesus. Our dress code is simple: come as you are!
As you enter the front door of our church, the first thing you will see is a print of Rembrandt's famous painting of The Prodigal Son and a sign underneath saying "Welcome Home". Whether you have spent a lifetime going to church or coming for the very first time, you are welcome at St. Stephen's.
At St. Stephen's one of our core values is "diveristy in worship". We have two Sunday morning worship services. The 9am service is a more modern style of worship with a range of musical styles using piano, guitar, drums and vocalists. The 11am service is more traditional with hymns, a choir and organ music. We also have an Online Service available through our website or directly from YouTube each week.
We do not have a separate children's program at this time but children are always welcome! Activity packs are available and families are welcome to use the library, adjacent to the sanctuary, where we have children's books and toys, if you'd rather not stay in the sancutary.
Frequently Asked Questions About Church
What do I wear?
We have no dress code, please dress comfortably.
I have attended a United Church before. Are they all the same?
No. The United Church has a varied expression of worship. We are particularly focused on establishing and nurturing our relationship with Jesus Christ. Mission is a continuing focus for us.
What about communion?
The question of who is welcome at communion is often asked at our monthly communion services. We believe that all who love Jesus are welcome at the Lord ’s Table.
How do I become a member?
If St. Stephen’s is now your church home but you are still a member of another United Church, or you would like to become a new member of St. Stephen’s through a profession of faith, please contact the office. Membership within the United Church of Canada requires you to have been baptized and that you have enough knowledge about the Christian faith and the United Church to make your commitment with understanding. Either a certificate of transfer from another United Church or the willingness to reaffirm your Christian faith allows you to become a full member. Members are allowed to vote and serve on the Board and be fully active in the life of the church.