Worship is central to nurturing faith. Here, from the Presbyterian Constitution, or the Book of Order, are some basic statements about worship:
Christian worship gives all glory and honor, praise and thanksgiving to the holy, triune God. We are gathered in worship to glorify the God who is present and active among us-particularly through the gifts of Word and Sacrament. We are sent out in service to glorify the same God who is present and active in the world. (W-1.0101)
God acts with grace; we respond with gratitude. God claims us as beloved children; we proclaim God’s saving love. God redeems us from sin and death; we rejoice in the gift of new life. This rhythm of divine action and human response-found throughout Scripture, human history, and everyday events-shapes all of Christian faith, life, and worship. (W-1.0102)
… Therefore the worship of the triune God is the center of our common life and our primary way of witness to the faith, hope, and love we have in Jesus Christ. To be a Christian is to worship Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. To be a member of Christ’s body, the Church, is to share through Word and Sacrament in the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit. (W-1.0107)
We invite you to join with us in this central activity of our faith! But, we know that it can sometimes be uncomfortable to visit a worship service for the first time. To get acquainted with us before you visit, we invite you to look over our information on:
About Worship – What To Expect