Christian faith is a journey from birth through death to life eternal. Every season of life, and indeed every moment, is lived in the presence of God. We honor these moments with sacraments and special services – Baptism, Communion, Weddings, and Memorial Services. We observe important milestones as our children and youth grow in faith – presenting age-appropriate Bibles to Kindergarteners and 3rd Graders, culminating Confirmation or “QUESTFormation” with a special service, and Blessing our High School Seniors near the time of their graduation.
Baptism
Through the sacrament of Baptism, we are blessed by living water, joined to Christ’s journey, and welcomed into the faith and family of the Church universal. Christians are baptized only once, but there is no bad time to celebrate the gift of God’s grace in our lives. We baptize babies, children, youth, and adults in the midst of worship so that the whole congregation is present to make promises to nurture and support the newly baptized. Contact Senior Minister Chris Braudaway-Bauman for more information.
Communion
We celebrate the sacrament of Communion on the first Sunday of every month and on special services throughout the year, including Ash Wednesday and Maundy Thursday. As we gather together at the feast of grace and remember the meal Jesus shared with his disciples, we give thanks for an open table where everyone is invited to participate and receive the bread of life and the cup of blessing. Our Communion elements are gluten-free and alcohol-free.
Confirmation/QUESTFormation
Our 8th graders undertake an intentional spiritual quest in the company of peers and adult guides. As they explore questions of meaning, they are invited to claim faith for themselves. The year culminates in a service of worship where the congregation renews our covenant to our youth on their ongoing journey.
Weddings
Our historic Sanctuary, our contemporary Chapel, and our clergy are available to assist couples in making the vows of marriage. In keeping with our commitment to a love that honors all, we welcome couples who are straight or gay, from the Christian tradition, interfaith, or non-believers, marrying for the first time or another time around. Visit our Weddings page for more information.
Funerals and Memorial Services
When a loved one dies, we gather together in the shelter of God’s healing love to mark the transition with words of thanksgiving, with prayer and music, and with God’s promises of everlasting love and eternal life. In times of grief, we are honored to minister to you. Contact Senior Minister Chris Braudaway-Bauman for more information.