- 673 Main Street, Bolton, Massachusetts 01740
What to Expect
As an interdenominational church, we value the many expressions of faith that exist in our community. Our worship is based on Christian practices and traditions. Our special services include a Maundy Thursday service, Easter sunrise service, and one or two Christmas Eve services.
The majority of worship takes place in our sanctuary.
For those who are not able to join us in person, we offer a link to join us via Zoom
https://zoom.us/j/99518573228?pwd=xouByVWTMIedkz4LdGpbsYKxYPifod.1
Existing members and visitors are greeted and can pick up a bulletin for the service at either the front or the back of the sanctuary, which is wheelchair accessible. We also offer hearing assistance devices and large print bulletins. Some people may chat with friends or discuss a little ‘church business,’ but when the organist begins the prelude, everyone falls silent and turns their attention to the wonderful music. The minister then welcomes everyone attending in person and via Zoom and the service officially begins.
The service themes are based on a Lectionary or scriptural passage, or major news events, secular holidays, or issues within the church (i.e., LGBTQ+ inclusion, etc.). Hymns and music are selected by our Minister of Music to enhance the theme of the service. For example, on Mardi Gras Sunday, we sing “When the Saints Go Marching In.” At the end of each service, we remain seated and listen to the entire postlude and usually this ends with appreciative applause.
When we are not worshiping in the Sanctuary, we can be found in Davis Hall at our weekly coffee hour right after service, on the front lawn or at our meditation area off one of the nature trails behind the church.
We periodically have Brunch services where we share food and worship together.
We have celebrated the Winter Solstice with a bonfire in the parking lot. We hold our July 4, Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day services at the town war memorial.
We are a fun-loving church family and welcome families of all sizes.
Come as you are. Our congregation’s attire ranges from casual to dressy. Please wear what you find comfortable.
Communion, the sacrament of The Lord’s Supper, is observed on the first Sunday of each month. All are invited to participate, whatever their religious or faith background. The bread (gluten free) and “wine” (white grape juice in individual cups) are passed among the congregation.
Throughout the year, our worship incorporates holiday celebrations, plays and pageants. There are special services at Christmas and Easter, usually enlivened by guest musicians. The sounds of jazz, rock, and even African drumming have been heard in worship. On “Mardi Gras” Sunday, we even throw beads from the balcony, a la Bourbon Street! Each summer, we travel to Old Sturbridge Village to have a traditional Quaker service in the old Bolton Quaker meeting house.
Single level access to our sanctuary is found through the back entrance to Davis Hall (building connected to our church) where parking is plentiful.