Grace United Church of Christ

Traditional service represents the style of service that has existed in the church for generations. It consists of five sections.

Gathering - This begins the service with a call to worship.

Hearing- This part contains scripture reading, children's time, and special music. Also during this period, we present special events that may occur such as the Sacrament of Baptism.

Answering - In this part, we offer prayers to God in behalf of members, friends, and family members who are ill or injured. We also make offerings and gifts to God.

Sharing - The United Church of Christ believes that Jesus would welcome to His table anyone open to His Word. In this spirit, UCC offers open communion to all who want it, and to celebrate this sharing.

Sending - This part concludes the traditional service. Here, the pastor blesses the congregation and urges them to go out into the world and live their beliefs.

Contemporary service is a recent innovation at Grace United Church of Christ. It contains the five sections of a traditional service, but presented using contemporary religious music and a more informal style of worship.

This is an approach favored by many families. If this looks interesting to you, come, give it a try.