Our Life Together
Our Congregational Life
At Community Mennonite we get together regularly to encourage, support, and challenge each other. Through congregational worship, Christian education, and small groups, we celebrate God’s activity among us and commit ourselves to God’s purposes.
Congregational Worship
We believe God is present whenever God’s people gather. That is why we worship together each week. And that is why we encourage everyone to participate in worship. Services are led by a variety of persons, while the whole congregation participates in readings, prayers, songs, and sharing. We give opportunity for children and youth to participate in ways that are meaningful to them. We try to keep our services informal but well-planned, innovative yet appreciative of our traditions, and inspirational while urging practical, personal responses to God’s call.
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End of August - Mid June
9AM Worship (nursery available ages 0-2)
10:30 AM Sunday School for Adults and Children (2-High School)
10:30 AM Nursery (ages 0-2)
Mid June - End of August
9:30 AM Worship (nursery available ages 0-2)
Dress - Casual
All Are Welcome
Christian Education
All of us need to study, regardless of age or experience. At Community Mennonite we strive to learn more about ourselves, about the Scriptures, about God, and about the world. The children and youth use Sunday School materials produced by the Mennonite Church. The adults choose from various Sunday School classes offered each quarter. Visitors are always welcome.
Small Groups
We believe the Christian life should be lived alongside others, not in isolation. At Community our small groups provide settings for deeper relationships. Many of the activities of the congregation happen in the small group setting: fellowship, study, personal encouragement, counsel, practical support, outreach, and of course, fun. Small groups are made up of 6-12 adults, plus children, who meet weekly or bi-weekly. Their activities vary. Small group members may discuss issues and personal concerns, conduct Bible or book studies, provide support for one another, and plan social outings and service projects. They meet the children’s needs in different ways, sometimes including them in the meetings, sometimes making child care arrangements. While early fall is a typical time to form or re-form small groups, a person may also join or start a small group at other times. Community expects members to participate in small group life, but non-members are also welcome to join a small group.