As we gather to join in communion each week, we celebrate the togetherness of sharing in Christ’s body and blood given for all, for the forgiveness of sins. We believe Christ is fully and truly present in our communion elements: wafer, wine, bread, and juice and that all are welcome to participate at Christ’s table. After prayerful deliberation, Bible study, and a hope for more welcome and inclusion, the Board of Worship has decided to use communion elements which are free from gluten and alcohol so that all may share in the same bread and same cup without feeling separated or concerns about cross contamination of allergens.
We know that communion, and therefore changes to it, comes with a host of meaningful traditions, and our hope is to uphold these as best as possible as we move forward. Each Sunday we will commune at the rail, kneeling or standing as we do now, and receive communion through intinction. You will receive a piece of gluten free bread, and be invited to dip it into a cup of grape juice which is made from 100% grapes- not from concentrate, and has no water, sugar, or other products added to it. Pastor Will will be sharing more on this in worship, and we also welcome conversation about it. Please reach out to Pastor Will, Patrick, or Board of Worship chair, Sue Volz, with questions you may have or for continued conversation.
Last modified: July 24, 2026