The founder of Methodism, John Wesley, received Holy Communion as often as possible - generally every day! But it seems we have moved away from this tradition. Most United Methodist churches today only offer Communion quarterly or monthly. During the last meeting of the General Conference in 2004, however, the recommendation was made for churches to begin offering Communion at least weekly. We have also heard some requests from parishioners, including the youth, that they would love to celebrate Communion every week. So here is your opportunity ...
Holy Communion will continue to be offered (generally) on the first Sunday of the month as part of the morning worship service. On all other weeks, Holy Communion will be offered after the normal conclusion of worship. The preaching pastor will greet people leaving, while the other pastor (after retreiving the kids from nursery!) will officiate a short Communion service up front, lasting about 10 minutes. All are welcome at the table who wish to meet Jesus there! We have been offering this time of Communion for the last few weeks and would love your feedback.
During Communion Sundays, after the conclusion of worship we will offer a time of prayer at the altar, and anointing with oil as a special healing service. If you feel led to assist in this ministry by praying with folks as they come forward, please see the pastors or lay leader (Chris Ward). This prayer and healing service will be offered monthly starting this Sunday, October 1.
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