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This is a brief introduction to who we are and what we are about as the United Church of Christ in Clinton. We are honored by the presence of visitors and hope that you will always feel welcome just as you are. Bring your hopes and frustrations, joys and sorrows, and together we will seek the presence of Christ — even as we are sought by Him. As we gather for worship, fellowship, and service, may we all be led to walk in the way of our Lord. |
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The United Church of Christ in Clinton traces its roots to 1843 when a few members withdrew from the Presbyterian Church, drew up a covenant and were chartered as the First Congregational Church of Clinton. The first meeting place was the district school house on Clinton Street where the water tower now stands. A new church building was completed in 1844 and continues to serve as the gathering place for the congregation. The Civil War saw the congregation divided as "pros and cons sat grim faced on opposite sides of the sanctuary." Some members worked with Sojourner Truth and the Underground Railroad to provide safe passage for slaves. During the 1920's the congregation helped bring the cultural and educational programs of the Chautauqua Movement to Clinton. The Kircher Memorial building addition was completed during this period and was put to use for religious drama and an expanding Sunday School. |
Generations gather every Sunday morning to study the Scriptures, worship God, and celebrate the Good News of the Gospel, God's love for all in Jesus Christ. Our Sunday morning begins at 9:45 a.m. with a brief gathering for singing and announcements followed by worship at 10 a.m. Church School classes are offered for children (during the school year) following the Children's Moment in the worship service.
Following worship there is a Fellowship Time in the Dining Room. Child Care is available during all programs and activities as needed. The Sacrament of Holy Communion is celebrated each month, as well as on special Sundays of the church year. Communion is also shared with the homebound. The Sacrament of Baptism is celebrated upon request. Adult and Bell choirs help lead the congregation in worship. A pipe organ and piano as well as other occasional instruments accompany choral and congregational singing. Vacation Church School is held during one week of the summer. Youth Groups meet during the school year for study, fellowship and service. The rite of Confirmation is offered to students in seventh grade and above.
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We come together in various groups for work and play. Women's circles (and a few men) have prepared and served the Clinton Rotary Club dinner for over fifty years. The annual Clinton Fall Festival (last week in September) involves all generations in preparation and serving of food — ranging from German pretzels to turkey sandwiches and a Swiss Steak Dinner. Summer activities include worship in the park and an all-church picnic. Summer camps are offered through the Michigan Conference UCC. Youth work camps are occasions for learning, service, and fun. We serve the local community through our support and involvement with Meals on Wheels, the Evangelical Home in Saline, the Daily Bread of Lenawee Soup Kitchen, Habitat for Humanity, Relay for Life and the Lenawee County CROP Walk. We join with sister churches in the community to provide for a local Food Pantry and emergency fund, as well as to offer a number of ecumenical worship services throughout the year (Thanksgiving, Good Friday, Baccalaureate, Fall Festival.) We support the world-wide mission of the church through our gifts to Our Church's Wider Mission and other special offerings. |
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Are you searching for a faith family? Come and see your new home.
Is it music you’re after? We have a great choir!
Need fellowship? You’ll find it here.
Looking for friendship? There are wonderful people in our congregation, willing to share the love!
Thirsting for scripture? We hear wonderful messages each week.
We love our Church, and we think you will too! |
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We are a part of the United Church of Christ. (see the UCC link: http://www.ucc.org and http://www.michucc.org) The United Church of Christ came into being in 1957 with the union of two Protestant denominations: the Evangelical and Reformed Church and the Congregational Christian Churches. Each of these was, in turn, the result of a union of two earlier denominations.
Our faith is 2000 years old. Our thinking is not. We believe in God’s continuing testament. That is why we are committed to hearing God’s ancient story anew and afresh in our lives and in the world today. Our members and leaders are engaged in ministry in the present and future church, and we embrace all kinds of communities and new modes of thinking. Why? Because God is Still Speaking.
We are not a perfect church, but we do try to be faithful. We are known for arriving early on issues of inclusivity and justice. We believe faith requires tenderness and courage, a kind of big love that is committed to changing people’s lives—in our churches, but also in the world around us. We call it religion with relevance.
The Bible is considered the primary source for understanding the Good News of God's love for all, with both individual study and interpretation of the Biblical narrative encouraged and respected by its members. We seek a balance between freedom of conscience and accountability to the apostolic faith. The UCC shares in an ecumenical partnership with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ.) This partnership is in witness, service, fellowship, and worship, as well as in the proclamation of a common faith. (See the Christian church link: http://www.disciples.org)
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