Two worship services are offered each Sunday
at
8:30 and 10:30 schedule of upcoming services
Childcare for children under 5 years
of age is available during both services. Services
The
8:30 a.m worship service is a reflective service. Communion is taken each Sunday. Those attending service share communion by intinction where the
cup and bread are passed in the gathered circle. Special music is provided. Children of all ages are welcome at the worship which includes a children's time.
The 10:30 worship service includes a Children's
Time where children are invited to gather at the
front of the church for a special lession. Communion is offered the first Sunday of each month.. The Sanctuary Choir, the
Praise and Worship Band or special music is provided. Once a month the Children's Choir provides music.
This service is interpreted in American Sign Language
Baptism
The United Church of Christ celebrates
two sacraments, baptism and communion. Baptism is celebrated
both for infants and for older believers who have not previously
been baptized. This sacrament is included in the Sunday worship
service, after conferring with the pastor. Many persons bring
water for the baptism from a place that is meaningful to them.
Through water at baptism, God embraces you — no matter who you are — and brings you into Christ's Church. You become vital not only to a local church, but the wider Church. You share in the life, death, and resurrection of Christ. The church also promises to love, support, and care for you throughout your whole life. Baptized, you now participate fully in life of the Church and God's realm. more about baptism in the UCC »
Communion
The United Church of Christ celebrates
two sacraments, baptism and communion. We practice "open" communion, inviting all Christians
to the Lord's Table, regardless of denominational affiliation.
Persons of all ages, including children, share in this sacrament.
Grape juice is used so that all may participate. Just some water, just a simple meal of bread and juice, but for us in the United Church Christ, what is simple means much more.
At Holy Communion, we share a simple meal of bread and "wine". Here, we experience the presence of Christ again. Together, around God's welcome table, we recall God's loving acts especially in Jesus, we experience our oneness in Christ, hope for a time when all will be fed, and anticipate the fullness of God's love and justice throughout creation. more about communion in the UCC »
Inclusive and Expansive Language
Inclusive and expansive language is used in our worship services. This is far more than an aesthetic matter of male and female imagery; it is a fundamental issue of social justice. Language that is truly inclusive affirms sexuality, racial and ethnic background, stages of maturity, and degrees of limiting conditions. more about inclusive and expansive language in the UCC »
Children's Time
Children's time is a lively event as children of all ages come
to hear a lesson that is created especially for them, but is enjoyed equally by the
adults.
Nurseries We have three nurseries, providing care for newborn to 5 year
old children. Our nurseries are staffed by a paid nursery care
provider and church volunteers. Care is provided from 8:30-11:30
am every Sunday. Care is also provided during Wednesday night
programming and other scheduled events. |
