A Typical Sunday at CCC
We are a small congregation that meets every Sunday at 9:30 AM for Bible Study and 10:30 AM for corporate Worship. As our name implies, we value Christian community. As such, we make a regular habit of meeting in each other's homes for bible studies, meals, and general community life.
If you would like to begin your Sunday visit a bit more casually, we invite you to join us for coffee before Bible study at 9:30 AM. The Coffee Room is located on the West side of the building and there is an outside entrance with parking. We also have classes available for ladies only, newcomers, and topical classes that meets on a seasonal basis.
We gladly offer nursery for young children and we also have a children's educational program for the Bible study hour. Teens and college students are welcomed and encouraged to attend one of our mixed age classes and join the congregation for worship.
Our Sunday morning worship service is open to all at and begins at 10:30 AM. While our worship is liturgical in style and format, our dress is casual and our services are very approachable and warm. Be sure and pick up a bulletin on your way into the sanctuary as our order of service, readings, and lyrics are printed for your convenience and edification.
Our call to worship is usually a song that is led by our worship leader and band. The music at CCC is acoustic and draws from styles both ancient and modern. We sing hymns, psalms, and songs (many written by our members both past and present).
As we engage in worship together, we have a time of silent confession, which is followed by congregational prayer, and singing. You are invited to add the names of those who need prayer as we progress through our liturgy. We also have multiple Scripture readings - one from the Old Testament and one from the New Testament - one of which will typically be the text for the sermon that follows.
We believe that all things are to be done in order, but we also believe in the presence of the Holy Spirit in our services empowering us to worship God in spirit and in truth. While liturgy gives structure to our service, there may sometimes be a spontaneous word of exhortation given from the congregation just prior to the sermon or during the singing portion of the service. It is not uncommon for some members to raise their hands in praise while singing or in prayer. You may even notice some who genuflect or cross themselves as they pray. These personal expressions of worship are encouraged, but there is never any pressure or requirement to do so.
Following the sermon we move into the time of Eucharist (or thanksgiving) in response to what we have heard. We will recite one of the ancient creeds of the Christian faith together (either the Apostles, Nicaean, or Athanasian Creed). There will also be a brief time of what we call "passing the peace" where we will greet one another with the words, "The peace of Christ." Although it may be a bit awkward at first, our purpose for this greeting is to acknowledge our unity in the Body of Christ. The presiding minister will then pray for the elements of the Lord's Supper in preparation for serving the congregation. An exhortation and explanation is usually given for what we are doing and why we do it.
All baptized believers are invited to the altar to receive bread and wine in remembrance of Christ's sacrifice on our behalf. We generally move row by row and those who are able to kneel do so at the altar. It is acceptable to stand to receive the elements if you have difficulty kneeling. (The elements can be brought to those who are immobile - please notify a server). It is a joyful time of celebration as we proclaim with our bodies the faith that we have received from God. We offer unleavened bread and wine served in single serving cups. The bread represents Christ's body and the wine represents the New Covenant of His blood. (We offer easily digestible wheat wafers for those with swallowing issues - please let us know in advance. A gluten-free option is also available with advance notice. We also offer grape juice for those who prefer it. You should indicate your preference for juice by crossing your arms after kneeling at the altar). When distributing the bread and wine the servers will say something like, "Christ's body was given for you" and "Christ's blood was shed for you". You are not required to respond, but words of faith like, "Amen, I believe" are appropriate.
After the time of Eucharist we close with a celebratory song, the Doxology, and a benediction (usually a Scripture passage). At the completion of the worship service you are free to leave, but we invite you to stay for a brief time of announcements and prayer for specific prayer requests that are shared at that time. Most Sundays the elders are available to lay hands on, anoint, and pray for the sick following the service.
Although the services are officially concluded by noon it is not uncommon for folks to hang around for an hour or more afterwards simply because we love to visit with one another.
If you would like to begin your Sunday visit a bit more casually, we invite you to join us for coffee before Bible study at 9:30 AM. The Coffee Room is located on the West side of the building and there is an outside entrance with parking. We also have classes available for ladies only, newcomers, and topical classes that meets on a seasonal basis.
We gladly offer nursery for young children and we also have a children's educational program for the Bible study hour. Teens and college students are welcomed and encouraged to attend one of our mixed age classes and join the congregation for worship.
Our Sunday morning worship service is open to all at and begins at 10:30 AM. While our worship is liturgical in style and format, our dress is casual and our services are very approachable and warm. Be sure and pick up a bulletin on your way into the sanctuary as our order of service, readings, and lyrics are printed for your convenience and edification.
Our call to worship is usually a song that is led by our worship leader and band. The music at CCC is acoustic and draws from styles both ancient and modern. We sing hymns, psalms, and songs (many written by our members both past and present).
As we engage in worship together, we have a time of silent confession, which is followed by congregational prayer, and singing. You are invited to add the names of those who need prayer as we progress through our liturgy. We also have multiple Scripture readings - one from the Old Testament and one from the New Testament - one of which will typically be the text for the sermon that follows.
We believe that all things are to be done in order, but we also believe in the presence of the Holy Spirit in our services empowering us to worship God in spirit and in truth. While liturgy gives structure to our service, there may sometimes be a spontaneous word of exhortation given from the congregation just prior to the sermon or during the singing portion of the service. It is not uncommon for some members to raise their hands in praise while singing or in prayer. You may even notice some who genuflect or cross themselves as they pray. These personal expressions of worship are encouraged, but there is never any pressure or requirement to do so.
Following the sermon we move into the time of Eucharist (or thanksgiving) in response to what we have heard. We will recite one of the ancient creeds of the Christian faith together (either the Apostles, Nicaean, or Athanasian Creed). There will also be a brief time of what we call "passing the peace" where we will greet one another with the words, "The peace of Christ." Although it may be a bit awkward at first, our purpose for this greeting is to acknowledge our unity in the Body of Christ. The presiding minister will then pray for the elements of the Lord's Supper in preparation for serving the congregation. An exhortation and explanation is usually given for what we are doing and why we do it.
All baptized believers are invited to the altar to receive bread and wine in remembrance of Christ's sacrifice on our behalf. We generally move row by row and those who are able to kneel do so at the altar. It is acceptable to stand to receive the elements if you have difficulty kneeling. (The elements can be brought to those who are immobile - please notify a server). It is a joyful time of celebration as we proclaim with our bodies the faith that we have received from God. We offer unleavened bread and wine served in single serving cups. The bread represents Christ's body and the wine represents the New Covenant of His blood. (We offer easily digestible wheat wafers for those with swallowing issues - please let us know in advance. A gluten-free option is also available with advance notice. We also offer grape juice for those who prefer it. You should indicate your preference for juice by crossing your arms after kneeling at the altar). When distributing the bread and wine the servers will say something like, "Christ's body was given for you" and "Christ's blood was shed for you". You are not required to respond, but words of faith like, "Amen, I believe" are appropriate.
After the time of Eucharist we close with a celebratory song, the Doxology, and a benediction (usually a Scripture passage). At the completion of the worship service you are free to leave, but we invite you to stay for a brief time of announcements and prayer for specific prayer requests that are shared at that time. Most Sundays the elders are available to lay hands on, anoint, and pray for the sick following the service.
Although the services are officially concluded by noon it is not uncommon for folks to hang around for an hour or more afterwards simply because we love to visit with one another.
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