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Frequently Asked Questions
Short answers to your questions…to help you feel at home at St. Andrew !
Where in Denver are you located?
3096 S. Sheridan Boulevard, Denver, CO 80227
Two blocks north of Hampden on the northeast corner of Sheridan and Dartmouth
Go to our home page and click on “Map” for specific directions.
When are your worship services…and how long do they last?
10AM – 11AM – Blended worship in the sanctuary with choir, piano, organ, classical anthems and instruments.
What about my kids?
Our children’s program begins at 9AM with Kids’ Choir. At 10AM the kids join you in the sanctuary for the first part of worship and the Kids’ Sermon. After the Kids’ Sermon (about 10:20AM), the kids go with their teachers to the classrooms for Sunday School.
Do you have adult education too?
Of course! You’re welcome to join our adult ed. class at 9AM, rooms 6 & 7
Where do I park?
Parking is adjacent to the church, just east of the building. Enter off of Dartmouth.
What time should I arrive?
Services begin at 10AM. You should plan to arrive ten minutes early.
What if I am late?
No problem! An usher will help you if you arrive late for a service.
Do people dress informally?
Generally, yes…but you will see both blue suits and blue jeans. Please be comfortable – we’re a place of grace and welcome.
Where do I take my infant and very small kids?
You’re welcome to bring your kids of any age into worship with you. We also have a staffed nursery near the sanctuary.
Is St. Andrew engaged in serving the world beyond its walls?
Very much so – and we would love to have you join us. Our primary mission work currently centers on Community Ministry, a food and clothing bank serving the poor of Southwest Denver. See our “Mission” page for more info.
I have visited St. Andrew and would love to become a member…what do I do?
A person may join St. Andrew through (1) transfer of membership from another Christian church, (2) baptism and public profession of faith, or (3) reaffirmation of faith:
Membership Transfer
Persons who are active members of another Christian church may transfer their membership. Simply contact the church office and we contact the transferring church.
Baptism and Public Profession of Faith
An adult who has never been baptized can become a member through the Sacrament of Baptism at a Sunday worship service. As part of the baptismal rite, one is asked to affirm his or her faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and asked to make a promise to be a faithful member of St. Andrew.
Reaffirmation of Faith
For persons who have not been active in church for some time, and may not know if their name is currently on a church role, then they may join by reaffirmation of faith. Similar to a first time profession of faith, the person is asked to reaffirm their faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and asked to make a promise to be a faithful member of St. Andrew.
First Friends
Our “First Friends” program is a way to help our new members become involved and comfortable with our congregation. Each new member will have their own personal “First Friend” who will help them to feel an integral part of our church. They will help these new members become familiar with all facets of the church, emphasizing areas that would be of special interest (i.e. youth group, nursery, choir, etc.), invite them to in-church activities and outside church-related informal group activities.
What does it mean to be a faithful member of St. Andrew?
According to Scripture a person is saved by grace through faith. One cannot earn or buy or effect salvation for oneself, it is a free gift from God.
Faithfulness is a response to God’s grace, and it can take many forms. One will likely hear faithfulness described using three “Ts” – time, talent, and treasure. A person of faith generally gives of these resources in response to God's grace. Again, we are not trying to earn God’s love here, but are rather simply responding in gratitude by giving of ourselves.
We believe that a person will never fully appreciate the blessing of church membership without being fully invested in its life, work, ministry and mission. And to be fully invested means that we all freely give of our resources and ourselves.
We are a family of faith that seeks to love and serve Christ faithfully.
This is a community of hope, where you will always hear a message of hope!
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