WHAT TO EXPECT

Our 9:30am service is designed to reinforce our core values of love, acceptance, inclusion, redemption, mercy and equity. These values, exhibited and preached upon by our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, are reflected in our music, sermon and church news and updates. We aim to connect and build relationships before, during and after our service.

Upon arrival to our church you will be greeted with a smile and a worship bulletin. You’ll be directed to the sanctuary. We aim to create a welcoming and inclusive worship space!

Each service features a sermon, based on scripture, designed to better understand these passages and to reach forward to today’s times to give us guidance, hope and a challenge. Music is both contemporary and traditional, with our choir and church musicians playing live and meaningful music. We also occasionally feature solo voice and instrumental works. 

Children’s Time is a regular service feature where we share God’s good news through stories and examples. After this, young children can go to our education wing if desired, with adult supervision. Our news and updates allow us to hear of ongoing missions and ways to support those less fortunate in our community.

Following the service we offer coffee and refreshments, in a designated time to build relationships with one another. Our Faith in Life educational series is offered in Fall, Winter, and Spring and features interesting and important topics of discussion and learning. Occasionally we have a special class and/or luncheon available.

We think you’ll enjoy our intentional and inclusive approach to worship!

MUSIC IN WORSHIP

As we seek to glorify God, the Psalmist instructs us to make a joyful noise! Music is an important way we do this during worship.


We employ a blend of traditional and contemporary music, singing both hymns and praise songs during most services. It is important to enjoy both old musical favorites and new expressions of our faith — almost anyone can find something to like as they meditate on the day’s message. In this way, we will never stop growing, either spiritually or musically. We like to emphasize participation, and seek to highlight the talents of church members and those in our community. On any given Sunday, in addition to congregational singing, you might encounter performances from the choir, handbells, or other instruments. The music ministry offers rich opportunities for fellowship. Nothing draws us into community closer than the joy of preparing to lead worship.

Choir
The choir is an integral part of weekly worship. The choir leads all congregational music and offers periodic special music. Anyone is welcome to join, whether for a trial rehearsal or to claim preferential seating in worship. No previous musical knowledge or experience is required; only a good attitude and a willingness to learn. For more information, contact Kayla Jarvis.

Worship Band
The worship band features an ecclectic mix of hymns, classic and contemporary worship music, as well as folk-style worship music. We regularly include piano/keyboards, bass, drums, guitar, mandolin, and accordion and always welcome other musicians. The worship band typically rehearses Wednesday evenings at 5:30 P.M. For more information, contact Kayla Jarvis.

New Hanover Ringers
The New Hanover Ringers is a group of musically eclectic individuals united for a common purpose – to ring for the glory of God and provide musical offerings to the congregation. We currently ring two octaves of Malmark bells and handchimes, but have room for more members, as the church owns three and a half octaves. No musical experience is necessary, but you should be able to commit to rehearsals on a regular basis. For more information contact Pam O’Brien.

Previous Worship Services

The World We Want to Live In

This Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 9:30 AM

Scripture:

Is 11:1-9

Revelation 21:1-8

John 14:18-31

SERMON: The World We Want to Live In –

Stewardship is not about the life we live here and now, it is preparation for the world we want to live in. The one God forms in our hearts and minds through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Join us after worship for the Hanging of the Greens. This is an annual tradition where we prepare our sanctuary and other common areas for Advent. One key element is the Chrismon tree; adorned with Chrismons, “ancient symbols” for Christ or some part of Christ’s ministry: the dove descending down, fish, Celtic cross, Jerusalem cross, shepherd’s crook, chalice, shell, and others. Wreaths, banners and other seasonal items will be brought out and displayed throughout the church. It’s a time of camaraderie and lots of laughter as well as a time for reflection to focus on the coming of Advent. 

T3

This Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 9:30 AM

Scripture:

Matthew 6:19-34

2 Corinthians 4:5-12

SERMON: T3 – It is not just money that makes up stewardship. It is the Godly care of our time, our talents AND our treasure that makes us good stewards in God’s eyes.

Join us after worship for a taste-testing of the Project Pie pies. Tracey and her crew have baked up Pecan, Walnut Struesel Pumpkin, and Bacon Swiss Quiche. Pies are going fast so if you are planning on ordering one, do it soon.

Annual Hymn Sing

Hymn Sing Sunday

This Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 9:30 AM

Join us for our annual Hymn Sing service. During this year’s service we will be taking requests from our hymnal. Several members of our congregation will also give a testimonial about a person who was inspirational in their faith journey.

Come – Sing – Rejoice

The Sacred Journey

This Sunday, November 3, 2024 at 9:30 AM

We welcome The Rev. Terry Nathan Diebold to the pulpit this Sunday as she leads us in worship on this special day.

All Saints Sunday

Scripture:

Ruth 1: 11-16

Galatians 6:1-2,9-10

John 15:12-17

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