An Open and Affirming Church
An Open and Affirming Church
A CHURCH IN PORTLAND, ME
Sunday Morning @ 10 AM | 159 State Street, Portland, ME, 04101
NEW
HERE
A PLACE YOU CAN CALL HOME
A kind, compassionate, fun-loving, justice & peace-orientated spiritual community-we are that place!
KIDS
CHURCH
WE LOVE OUR KIDS
Your kids will love our church! Kids' Church and childcare every Sunday!
FIND A
GROUP
COMMUNITY FOR YOU
Groups are a great way to get to know & connect with like-minded people with shared interests.
ONLINE
JOIN US
Can't join us on Sunday? Watch our YouTube Livestream Sunday @ 10 AM or whenever it is convenient.
IN PERSON
JOIN US
Fill out a "Connect with Us" card found in the pews & drop in the offering plate or give to an usher.
HEY THERE!
Thank you for stopping by our website. If you are searching for a community that works together on issues of social justice, encourages one another to live our lives authentically, feeds our spirit, honors human dignity, and supports one another in the search for meaning and spiritual enrichment, you will find like-minded people here!
-Pastor Bryan
GOD WANTS TO DO GREAT THINGS THROUGH YOU
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Have questions? We have the answers!
Where are you located?
159 State Street Portland, Maine. The church is located near the former Mercy Hospital campus. State Street is one-way heading south so the church will be on your left.
Where do I park?
You can park on either side of State Street. Parking is FREE on Sundays! Click here for a map of good places to look for on-street parking.
On Sunday mornings (excluding Mother's Day & Easter Sunday), you may park in the Cumberland Club parking lot.
To get to the lot, drive past the church and take the next LEFT onto SPRING STREET. Drive a block and half and the Cumberland Club lot is on your LEFT. The lot entrance is just past Zephyr Ice (129 Spring Street) and across the street from the little blue house.
What time is the service? What do I wear?
The service is Sunday at 10 a.m. in the main Sanctuary. Dress is casual.
What does a typical service look like?
Our worship services are a dynamic blend of traditional and fluid styles. Classic hymns on our beautiful pipe organ are mingled with newer contemporary music. Different art forms are employed. The service often follows the common lectionary for readings from the Bible and our pastor Bryan delights in both educating the church and interpreting lessons relevant for our culture and time. We find power in metaphor and are more interested in interpretation than literalism. Our services are designed to bring hope, humor, challenge, and change to this life rather than focusing on the next. We do not believe in exclusivism and honor all enduring faith traditions and the spiritual truth of each individual.
Is there something for my kids?
Kids of all ages are welcome to attend the service. Pastor Bryan always includes a "Kids' Sermon" just for kids. Following the Kids' Sermon, we provide child care in our nursery for infants and toddlers. Older kids are welcome to join our staff in Chapel Hall for "Kids Church" - a time for kid-focused lessons in a fun environment!
How do I join a group?
The Groups page includes the leader of each group. Send the leader an email about your interest and they will get back to you!
How can I get involved?
We have all sorts of opportunities to volunteer. There is something for everyone! Contact Pastor Bryan to discuss ways to share your time and talents.
How can I participate digitally?
We livestream our Sunday 10 AM service on our YouTube channel so you can join us then or watch the service whenever it is convenient. Meetings and things like book group can be attended virtually via Zoom.
RECENT SERMON
STATE STREET CHURCH UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST
Want to see what a Sunday morning experience is like at
State Street Church United Church of Christ? Connect with us by watching a recent sermon!