– Worship & Spiritual Life –
Growing Towards God
Join us for our Sunday services at 10:00 a.m. or for Midweek Manna, our casual Wednesday service at 6:30 p.m.
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At North Shore Congregational Church, “Our purpose is to grow and deepen Christian Discipleship in a faith community guided by the Holy Spirit.” Through worship, study and prayer we seek to know God, Scripture, and one another in a way that helps us pursue, together, that deepened relationship with God in Jesus Christ.
In the spirit of the welcome of Christ, we invite all to join us in the journey of growing closer to God in heart, soul, mind, and strength.
All Are Welcome
Whether for one week, or for every week, we are always thrilled to welcome you when you join us for worship.
Chapel Worship
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, there is no early chapel service at this time. We gather for worship both in person and online (Facebook) at 10am each Sunday.
10 am Worship – Sanctuary
The hymns, prayers, Scripture and sermon that we share in the early service are supported, in our 10 am worship service, by additional elements including Children’s Messages, the Chancel Choir, and other special music offerings from the Handbell Choir, the Children’s Choir, individual soloists and small ensembles, and more. This service takes place in our ‘Meetinghouse’ (the traditional Congregational name for the sanctuary) and, like the early service, communion is generally served on the first Sunday of each month.
Sermons
In his farewell sermon to the Pilgrims journeying to the new world in July of 1620, Pastor John Robinson proclaimed his confidence that God has “more truth and light yet to break forth out of his holy word.”
And, God still does…
Worship and Study for Children & Youth
Sunday School
Generally, our 10 am worship service begins, each Sunday, with members of all ages together in worship. After the opening of the service and a Children’s Message, all children age 3, through grade 8, are invited to attend Sunday school.
Youth Sunday School
While the pre-school and elementary students attend Sunday school on the lower level, our Middle school students (grades 6-8) are provided with their own space on the upper level of the church building. Lessons include activities, videos, discussions, and other age-oriented material to help them continue to grow in their relationship with God.
Worship Bags & Binders
For the youngest among us, who could use something to stay busy for part (or all) of our Sunday services, bags and binders full of activities, puzzles and more are available as you enter worship.
Children’s Church
Approximately once each month, Sunday school children begin in the upstairs chapel at 10 am. For the first 20 minutes of the worship hour the children share worship with one of our Ministers. From prayer, to singing, to carrying in the light of Christ, this brief monthly time allows us to more deeply explore many of the basic elements they see in worship every week.
Children’s Choir
The Children’s Choir is open to children in grades K3-6. The choir rehearses once a week, on Sundays, from 9 – 9:50 am in the large group Sunday school room downstairs. The choir sings during the 10 am service, once a month, and is always great joy for the congregation! We incorporate dance, instrumentation, and often collaborate with the adult choir, bell choir, and older youth. Children are welcome to join in at any time throughout the year.
Pageants
Twice a year (prior to Christmas and Mother’s Day), the Children’s Choir, Sunday school and others in the church cooperate to present a pageant during the 10am worship service. In addition to the pageant, these services are filled with opportunities for the children and youth of the church to share musical gifts, lead readings and serve in many other ways in the liturgy of the service.
Explore More for Children and Youth…
From music programs and fellowship gatherings, to camps, retreats and mission trips, explore all that is available in our ministries for children and youth.
Ceremonies
Weddings
North Shore Congregational Church welcomes the opportunity to share in the weddings of both members and non-members. Click below to learn more about holding your wedding at NSCC.
Funerals & Memorials
Sharing the love of God during a family’s time of loss is one of the great privileges we know in ministry. Contact us for immediate assistance, or follow the link below to learn more about services, fees and pre-planning options for a funeral or memorial service.
Baptisms
The Ministers and members of the church are thrilled to share in the blessing and dedication of our children to God. Click below to learn more about the baptism process in our church.
Ceremonies
Weddings
North Shore Congregational Church welcomes the opportunity to share in the weddings of both members and non-members. Click below to learn more about holding your wedding at NSCC.
Funerals & Memorials
Sharing the love of God during a family’s time of loss is one of the great privileges we know in ministry. Contact us for immediate assistance, or follow the link below to learn more about services, fees and pre-planning options for a funeral or memorial service.
Baptisms
The Ministers and members of the church are thrilled to share in the blessing and dedication of our children to God. Click below to learn more about the baptism process in our church.
Adult Formation & Education
Our congregation is always seeking new ways to foster our individual and corporate relationship with God. Explore the book groups, Bible studies, prayer ministries and special programs that currently gather our members in faith-filled fellowship and study.
