STATE STREET CHURCH
UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST
An Open and Affirming Church
An Open and Affirming Church
YOUR EXPERIENCE YOUR WAY.
SUNDAYS AT 10:00 AM
159 STATE STREET, PORTLAND, ME, 04101
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WHETHER YOU WANT TO ATTEND IN-PERSON OR ONLINE, WE HAVE AN OPTION FOR YOU!
PLAN YOUR EXPERIENCE TODAY AND WE WILL:
-Greet you when you arrive & give you information about the service 🚙
-Connect and answer questions 💒
-Help you with your kids ☼ we offer a Kids' Sermon during the service followed by a fun, activity-based Kids' Church.
We also offer childcare for the babies & toddlers.👦🏼
So hit the button below now to plan your experience!
JOINING IN-PERSON?
If you're going to participate in-person, check out this map to see where we're located. We can't wait to meet you!
JOINING ONLINE?
Joining us online? Join from anywhere. Your living room, your car, your grandma's house. No matter where you are, you can participate virtually via Livestream on our YouTube channel on Sundays @ 10AM. Or catch the service whenever it is convenient.
KIDS
CHURCH
Have kids? No worries, we've got you covered. State Street offers programs for kids of all ages as well as child care for our youngest kids. One of our deacons will meet you & assist 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.
