What to Expect at UPC

That First Step…

We know that coming to a new church can be intimidating, so we want to make you feel welcome when you come to UPC! We offer both in-person and livestream options for worship and we are intentionally inclusive, showing the hospitality and welcome of Christ. You can plan on our services lasting about an hour. Our Welcome Team will be ready to help you with any questions you may have.

Our Covid-19 Policy is always changing and adapting to reflect our the state of our community. Currently, we are mask-optional and have a large space to facilitate social distancing if that feels good to you.

Come As You Are

No matter what ability, stage, age, or season you find yourself in, wherever you are on your faith journey, we are here for you! It’s our hope to provide a nurturing place where we can all grow. We hope you’ll find our church to be a place that will encourage you to belong, laugh, and grow into the person God created you to be.

UPC is a great place for people who are curious about God as well as for those who are more seasoned in their faith. Maybe you’ve never felt comfortable in a church setting, maybe you have experienced pain in another setting, or maybe you are feeling a need to reconnect. UPC is a place where you can learn more about who God is and what God means for us to do. We are committed to resourcing everyone - no matter where they might find themselves on their journey toward wholeness.

Get in Touch

Pastor Debra loves coffee! She is happy to meet with you anytime to answer your questions about our church. You can email her or call the church to set up a time.

Check us out on social media, too. You can read about some of our ministries and watch services as well.

If you haven’t yet visited our campus, you’re welcome to come by any time. You can visit during the week (Monday-Thursday 9AM-3PM) or join us for in person worship any Sunday at 10AM. When you join us for worship, please be sure to fill out a Welcome Card in the pews and place it in the offering box on the kiosk in the lobby. That way we can reach out to you.

FAQs


What time is Worship?

We have one service on Sunday at 10AM in our sanctuary. Services typically last one hour and are followed by Fellowship hour with coffee, tea, and freshly baked cookies prepared by our Dough Boys.

What is worship like?

We worship as we live - in the fullness of our community. The music we sing and the words we share are representative of those who gather. We offer what is known as “blended” style of worship which simply means, we bring a wide range of expressions into the sanctuary, from traditional to modern. You can see the live stream of our weekly services at our YouTube channel.

How should I dress?

We don’t have a dress code at UPC. On any given Sunday you will see folks wearing suits and ties, dresses and skirts, or jeans and t-shirts (and everything in between). Come just as you are.

Are children welcome in worship?

Children are an integral part of our worship services. They help with the liturgy, set the table for communion, and provide music, too. On First Sundays, children stay for the whole service, helping Pastor Debra set the table, and on 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Sunday, they are invited to go to Sunday School following our Time with Young Disciples.

We have worship bags and rainbow streamers for kids to use during the service. At the back of the sanctuary there is a Quiet Room for families who want to bring their baby or toddler into a different space. We encourage families with children to sit close to the front because we know that when kids are closer to the action, the feel more connected and involved

 

You’re welcome any time!

  • Meditate on one of our park benches.

  • Hike the trails on our campus.

  • Wade in the creek.

  • Play on our playground

  • Worship with us!