The Worship Experience
On Sunday mornings we worship in our warm and inviting sanctuary at 10:00 AM. The service is live-streamed to include those who can’t make it in person (pbumc.org/live).
Worship is the time when we honor the God who created us and who gives us life. Our morning worship service has three “movements”: gathering, listening, and responding. As we gather in God’s name, we sing, pray, and greet one another. We listen for God’s guidance to be given through the children’s time, the choir music, the scripture reading, and the pastor’s reflections. We respond to God’s love through prayer, through offering gifts, and through dedicating ourselves to Christ’s service.
Worship has a definite plan and structure, but the atmosphere is casual and informal. People dress as they are comfortable, anything from shorts to suits. Our “blended” music style includes traditional hymns, praise choruses, and gospel songs. The goal of worship is that people be drawn into an experience of God’s love and grace. Newcomers are always welcome.
Children and Nursery Care
Children come to worship for the first 15 or 20 minutes and have their own special story and prayer time. On most Sundays, they are then excused to Sunday School, where they learn Bible stories, play, read, share snacks, or do projects under the care of trusted adults. Nursery care for infants and toddlers is available during the entire worship service, though some parents prefer to keep their babies with them in church. If babies are fussy or toddlers are busy, parents also have the option of participating in worship from the entry area, where windows and speakers allow access.
Holy Communion
We serve Holy Communion on the first Sunday of every month. We use grape juice so that we might include children as well as those working to maintain sobriety. Gluten-free elements are also available. Everyone is welcome to share in communion; membership is not required.