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Welcome to Foreside Community Church: <\/strong>a congregation focused on connecting to God, nurturing community, and discovering how our lives make a difference.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Join us in worship Sundays at 9:30am: in our sanctuary or online!<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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All are welcome here! Our congregation is made up of individuals from many faith backgrounds. We are an Open and Affirming Congregation of the United Church of Christ: we believe that each of us is created in the image of God and welcomed into the full life and ministry of the Church. We make every effort to be accessible and meet the needs of individuals with disabilities, aging and elderly individuals, and children and families.<\/p>\n\n\n

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While on Sundays we come together for worship service, you will find us active here all week long. We have Bible study and reading groups, prayer shawl knitting, monthly breakfasts, meditation groups, bell and choral choirs, and family focused services as regular offerings. We also host special events such as family cookie decorating, a joyous annual Christmas fair, a children\u2019s Christmas pageant, and special musical offerings.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Explore our website to learn more about Foreside Community Church\u2019s history, our current offerings, and our hopes for the future. We hope that you will find the Spirit, a strong community, and a sense of belonging whenever you come or connect with us. No matter who you are or where you are in life\u2019s journey, you are welcome here \u2013 and we hope you\u2019ll soon join us to see for yourself all that Foreside Community Church has to offer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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