We gather in worship to find meaning and live more deeply. Worship creates connections within, among, and beyond us, calling us to our better selves, calling us to live with wisdom and compassion.

Elements of a typical Sunday morning worship service include:

• Words of welcome
• Lighting a flaming chalice, the symbol of our faith
• Music, both instrumental and vocal and in a variety of styles
• Collection of gifts for Community Food Bank, Coalition Against Rape and Abuse, and animal shelters
• A time for lifting up the joys and concerns of the congregation – usually silent, sometimes spoken
• Readings that complement the message
• A message (aka “sermon”) given by our minister, a guest speaker, or a member of the congregation
• An offering, collecting financial donations for the congregation or for justice work in the community.

From time to time, worships incorporate holiday celebrations, multigenerational plays and pageants, longer musical performances, child dedications, and coming-of-age ceremonies. We offer childcare and learning programs for children and youth during the Sunday service.