Emmanuel does not have it’s own designated parking lot, rather we are located at the corners of Cross Street and Memorial Plaza / Park Row in the heart of Chestertown.

Abundant and free off-street parking is available all over downtown Chestertown. There are also three parking lots on Cannon Street (just a block away), which can be utilized.

Yes.

We have an accessibility ramp to access the Church and Parish Hall. The ramp is located at the double doors closest to the Courthouse and is clearly marked.

We also have an elevator to the second floor of the Parish Hall which is where the Parish Offices, Choir room, Children’s classrooms, and Retreat House room are located.

Not at all.

Our parishioners come from a variety of faith traditions and have each found a home here.

We welcome everyone - pilgrims, disciples, tourists, and doubters.

Some parishioners dress up for church services, while others attend in casual clothes. There is no one answer to this question. Jeans and body art are often seen.

All children, regardless of age, are always welcome in the worship space. Children often take communion with their parents.

God put the wiggle in children so please don't feel that you have to suppress it in God's house. Children can use the floor as a play area, stand on the pews, or, better yet, sit in the front to see better and feel more involved. And wandering about the church (with a grownup), is a good way to get the "kid zoomies" out.

Yes.

Our Sunday School and Nursery are both available for children of all ages on the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Sundays of each month from September through May during the 10:30 a.m. service.

The Episcopal Church is an affirming and welcoming place for everyone regardless of gender or sexual sexual identity.

In 2026, the Episcopal Church will celebrate the 50th anniversary affirming that LGBTQ+ people have a full and equal claim to the love, acceptance, and pastoral care of the church.

In addition, many of our parishioners are members of the LGBTQ+ community themselves. We welcome everyone to join us.

Our typical Sunday services last from between 60 minutes to 75 minutes in length.

We have made a deliberate attempt to format our bulletin to be as welcoming and accessible as possible.

From including information about when to sit or stand, when to read responsively, and even where the restrooms are located, we have tried our best to create a bulletin which allows everyone to feel unintimidated and comfortable with the format of the service.

We are not here to judge you, but to welcome you in friendship and love.

Everyone, including children.

Communion is the Lord’s supper; God’s feast for all of God’s people - including you.

Whoever you are, and wherever you you are on your journey of faith, there is a place for you at Christ’s table.

Not at all.

The decision to come forward to take Communion, receive a blessing from the Priest or Deacon, or to not accept either, is a personal choice between you and God.

At the direction of an Usher come up to the alter rail.

Cup your hands together to receive the bread in the palm of your hand. Eat the bread, then move on to the person holding the chalice and drink from the cup.

If you prefer to receive the wine by intinction (dipping the bread into the wine), please tell the Priest or Deacon and they will intinct and then hand the bread to you.

‍If you are allergic to wheat flour please notify the Priest or Deacon. We do have a gluten-free alternative available.‍

If you wish to receive a blessing rather than Communion, simply come forward when directed and cross your arms over your chest.

Before the service people generally find a place in the Church to sit (there are no reserved seats or pews), greet one another, talk quietly, or spend some time in quiet prayer and / or contemplation.

After the service, everyone is welcome and encouraged to move to the Parish Hall to enjoy a time of coffee, tea, food, socializing, conversation, and fellowship.

You are not alone. See an usher who will set you up to hear the service

Contact the office at 410-778-3477 and someone will visit you. You may request communion at the visit.