"A creed is a confession, a declaration, an affirmation. A creed takes that complex collection of historical
narratives, poems, prophecies, sermons, letters, visions, and parables that we call the Bible, and summarizes them down into
a handy statement. A creed is a summary of the fundamental teachings of Scripture and personal statement of religious
convictions. It is a way for the church to say 'this is what we believe the Bible says'...The Apostles' Creed is most widely used summary of Christianity the church has ever composed. It is time-tested,
historically rooted, and widely accepted."
- From The
Creed by Michael Bauman
We are traditional in our style of worship and are led in worship by our pastor and lay
leader, our choir, the piano and organ. Responsive readings, praying together, and hymns are an integral
part of our service.
·
Responsive readings are meditations that actively center our hearts and minds on a specific passage of
scripture, theological doctrine,
or attribute of God in a way that unifies us as a body as it unifies the service as a whole.
· Praying
together allows us to be united as a body in the theme and content of our prayer as we individually come before our Father.
The “Lord’s Prayer” is a cherished part of our service almost every week.
While praying the “Lord’s Prayer” together, we are led in praise of our Father;
reminded of specific attributes of God; involved in corporate confession; and prompted of our need for God’s provision,
guidance, and protection while also being united in word and thought with Christians around the world and throughout history.
· Hymns
enhance our worship by engaging our imagination, intellect and will through their vivid imagery, rich theology, and resonant
melodies.
At the same time, our services
have an informal feel as we often, if not weekly, celebrate individual achievements, share our burdens and praises for
prayer, and even sing Happy Birthday!
Our Denomination:
Our church is part of the National Association of Congregational
Christian Churches (NACCC)
Their Mission:
Bringing together Congregational Christian Churches
for mutual care and outreach
to our world
in the name of Jesus Christ
For more information on our Denomination, please, click on the link below to view their
website.
National Association of Congregational Christian Churches