Please talk to your local priest about your denominational background and the context of your original baptism. As a general rule, we receive Roman Catholics through Statement of Faith and the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Trinitarian Protestants who baptize according to Christ’s Command, in the Name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit, and who also uphold the Nicene Creed, teaching the full Divinity and Humanity of Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, are generally received through Reconciliation and Holy Chrismation. Other denominations are received through Baptism and Chrismation.

We are open from 8 AM to 6 PM, Wednesday to Sunday. We’re closed on Monday. Holiday hours may vary, so please call or check our website for specific information on those dates.

Our process is extensive, requires a Masters in Divinity or Equivalent, and requires a time of discernment and observation, under the guidance of a Spiritual Father. There are no shortcuts! We take the formation of our clergy very seriously, and to this end, have established a religiously accredited seminary, St. Charles Institute.

Yes, we offer the sacrament of Confession/Reconciliation before every liturgy. Parishes also offer this sacrament by appointment. Please contact your local priest.

Our jurisdiction commemorates the Ecumenical Patriarchate in every liturgy, asking God’s grace and protection upon the 17 canonical Orthodox Churches of the world. Our relationship with the Ecumenical Patriarchate is amicable and open, asking for consideration according to His All Holiness +++Bartholomew’s proclamation concerning the validity of UAOC orders on October 18th, 2018. Our Church is recognized as valid but illicit by the Roman Catholic Church.