Worship Service
We are known as a friendly church. Prior to the beginning of our service, parishioners and visitors are welcomed by an usher. Greetings and conversations are encouraged as people settle into their seats for the start of the service. Our Music Director then begins the prelude, which encourages the congregation to focus on a more reflective presence within the sanctuary. Following a traditional Sunday service opening, the Christ candle is lit, prayers are said, and the Scripture lesson is read, followed by the first of two choir anthems. These aspects of the service allow for further reflection and lead us into the prayerful words of the pastor as she delivers the sermon.
Generally speaking, our church is well attended during the Sunday worship service. There are an average of 60 people who are physically present (including the choir), with another 20-30 online devices tuning in for the live stream format. This varies, however, depending on the weather and seasonal changes that affect the proportion of in-person and online attendees.
We have a “prayground” in our small chapel area in order to provide a safe and comfortable space within the sanctuary for young children and parents. It is equipped with a rocking chair, books, and small toys, and allows people to participate in the service as a family. We continue to strive to keep a flexible mindset in trying new approaches to the ministry of Christ’s love within and outside our church community.
After the service, the weekly Coffee Hour takes place in the Church Hall, which often serves as a gathering place for fellowship. We enjoy coffee, snacks, conversation, and getting to know each other. Many attend this time of fellowship, for not only are refreshments sought, but it is here where volunteers for events like Rummage Sales and Christmas Fairs are discovered! Periodically, we offer organized conversations, discussions, videos, and meetings in this space after Coffee Hour. We are an open-minded congregation that seeks to explore a variety of options for learning about and understanding scripture.
Livestream Every Sunday
We offer livestream worship on our YouTube channel every week. Our Minister, Music Director, and Media Technician work together to make sure our gathering includes not just those in the Sanctuary, but also those who, for whatever reason, participate from afar.
