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August 21, 2019  |  By Rev. Danielle Bartz

The Grand Experiment: Lakeside Worship Services

This summer our congregation took a big leap and tried something new. For five weeks we moved ourselves out of our sanctuary and worshiped in the park on Thursday evenings. Surrounded by wildlife, bluffs, water, and people playing softball, we worshiped God in the midst of God’s glory. Here are few pictures of a successful experiment!

Our new banner so everyone driving by could know who we are and what we are doing
We gathered around picnic tables in the shade to participate in worship
Sandy Todd, our wonderful organist and musician, continued to provide musical leadership. Along with our brand new speakers so everyone could hear!
Along the lake, we participated in Holy Communion, the central sacrament of Christian faith and community

Thank you to everyone to helped to create our outdoor worship services! If you participated and have feedback for Pastor Danielle, please don’t hesitate to share!

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