The Worship Experience at Frazer Mennonite Church
Worship
An informal and intimate worship experience. People of all ages are involved in leading various elements of our worship service. Children are welcome to be present and to participate in the worship service. A weekly time for Caring and Sharing allows us to bear one another’s burdens and share in one another’s joys.
Message
Hearing scripture and listening for a message. Usually these are read from the New Revised Standard Version, but sometimes from The Message by Eugene Petersen or the New International Version. Every Sunday, we listen for the living word of God from these readings. Pastor Amy usually shares a message focused on these scriptures and related to our contemporary lives.
Music
Music is an important part of Frazer worship. We sing a mixture of hymns and contemporary songs from Hymnal: Voices Together. Our musical styles vary from a cappella four-part singing to modern hymns accompanied by guitar or piano.
Communion
Celebrating communion together once a month, usually on the third Sunday of each month. We welcome all to the table to eat and drink the gifts of life that Jesus offered. Grapes are provided for children to enjoy. Gluten-free bread is provided.
Child Friendly
Not only are children welcome in our worship service, they are also invited to participate in singing, reading scripture, collecting the offering and more. Children’s worksheets, offering activities related to the scripture or theme for the morning, are provided for children. In addition, worship bags for younger children are provided in the back of the sanctuary.
Welcoming
An inviting and welcoming atmosphere. You can expect to be personally greeted and welcomed to worship, not only by the official greeter inside the door but by others who approach you to make you feel at home. Most services include a welcoming time when we stand up and greet those around us. A 20-30 minute coffee and fellowship time following the worship service allows more time for conversation and getting to know one another. At the same time, children have their own snack and fellowship time downstairs.
Casual
Casual and comfortable dress is the norm, but a variety of styles can be seen any given Sunday morning. So feel free to wear whatever makes you feel comfortable for worship.