Faith Formation for All Ages

We are a church that LOVES our children! Each Sunday, they participate in worship through a Moment for All Ages, offering readings, singing, and sometimes even teaching the adults a thing or two! We cherish our children’s contributions and look forward to their special Pageants, which bring joy to the whole congregation.

We encourage children to remain in worship with their families, embracing the sounds of young voices as part of our communal experience. For those who prefer quiet activities, our Pray Station offers engaging options during the service.

For our older youth, we offer Middle and High School programming and an opportunity to join our Children’s Choir, led by our Minister of Music.

Adults are invited to grow in faith through our Potluck & Program series, held on the first Thursday of each month from 5:30 – 7:00 PM in Fellowship Hall. Topics range from Bible studies and prayer practices to social justice and faith exploration.

 

Music Ministry

Our Minister of Music, Jeffrey McKeen, is a retired public school Music Educator and professional vocalist and pianist. He leads our Adult Choir and our delightful Children’s Choir, enriching our worship with music.

We love musical variety! Throughout the year, we welcome guest musicians to share their gifts, adding richness and diversity to our worship experience.

 

Mission & Outreach

Our faith calls us to action, and we actively care for our neighbors through:

• Monthly Mission Bin Drives, supporting local agencies such as The Open Door, North Shore Health Project, One Stop Harm Reduction, Action Inc., Grace Center, and North Shore Postpartum Help.

• Refugee Resettlement Initiatives, providing support for individuals and families building new lives.

• Financial support for disaster relief and aid for those suffering in our nation and worldwide.

• A robust Mission Giving program, extending resources to organizations serving Cape Ann and beyond.

• Racial Justice Offerings on the third Sunday of each month, honoring African American Spirituals as a symbol of restorative justice.

 

Community Engagement & Service

We believe in being the church beyond our walls by engaging in the following initiatives:

• Free Fresh Produce Exchange – We plan to have a community garden in the summer.  Please reach out to the church office to offer supplies and support to make this a reality.

• Monthly Drives & Drop-offs – We regularly collect food, menstrual products, diapers, and other essentials for local agencies.

• Prayer Shawl Ministry – We have blessed and shared almost 300 prayer shawls with those in need of comfort, along with Pocket Prayer Squares, small reminders of God's love available for anyone to take.

• Sacred Spaces – Our Labyrinth & Memorial Garden and The Sacred Grove are open for reflection, prayer, and community gatherings.

• 12-Step & Support Groups – Our church plans to provide meeting space for Co-Dependents Anonymous, and we look forward to hosting a new Women’s AA/NA group soon.