Sunday Morning Worship
Second Sunday of Advent
December 10, 2023
11:00 AM ET
Preacher: Rev. Adriene Thorne
We are an interdenominational, interracial, international, open, welcoming, and affirming church and congregation. Whoever you are: You are safe here. You are loved here. You are invited into full participation in our life together. We welcome, affirm, and celebrate all God’s children, LGBTQIA+. We actively work to become an anti-racist congregation. Join us for worship on-site or online every Sunday morning at 11:00 am ET.
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