Plan Your Visit
Welcome! We look forward to greeting you online or in person for worship or another activity.
Worship Times
We worship in our Sanctuary on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. We also offer a live broadcast of Sunday worship here.
Our Location
We are located next to Governor Mifflin High School, on the corner of South Waverly and South Brobst Streets in Shillington.
Parking
We have an off-street parking lot on the North and West Sides of our Sanctuary with entrances to the church off both Waverly Street (facing the high school) and off Brobst Street (across from the large empty grass lot). There is also ample street parking on both South Waverly and South Brobst Streets. If both the parking lot and street parking are full, you may park on the large grassy lot on the South side of the Sanctuary (enter at the corner of Waverly and South Brobst Streets).
Entrances
On Sunday mornings, there are two main entrances. The direct entrance to the Sanctuary faces South Brobst Street (across from the large empty grass lot) and is to the left of the arcade as you face the south side of our building. The other “rear entrance” is entered by the church office (facing the high school) and is accessible from the off-street parking lot and is easily accessible for Sunday School drop offs. You will notice a greeter posted at both of these doors. Both entrances are handicapped accessible, although you will need the elevator if you enter by the rear entrance.
No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here.
Other Sunday Morning Connections
At Immanuel, we offer much more than a worship service on Sunday mornings. Immediately following our 9:00 a.m. worship service, join us in Fellowship Hall for Cafe Fellowship. Then, at 10:15, our education hour begins, where we have age-appropriate opportunities for you to deepen your commitment to God through spiritual growth and education in fellowship with other believers. Education and Fellowship Cafe run September through May.
Children: Faith Formation
Youth (Grades 9-12): RISE
Adults: Adult Seminar
What to Wear
Dress as who you are and in what you feel comfortable. Because our members come from all walks of life, you will see everything from blue jeans to suits. God cares more about the state of your heart and spirit than what you are wearing.
Offering
While we pass an offering plate at every service, we believe the offering is a voluntary act of stewardship, in gratitude for the gifts that God has given us. What anyone gives or does not give is a personal decision and not a duty or requirement. If you do choose to give a gift, you can be assured it will be used to share God’s work.
Length of Worship
Our worship service typically lasts one hour. Many people like to visit others in the congregation, so feel free to arrive early or stay late!
Children in Worship
We welcome children in worship with us! Each Sunday, we have a Children’s Moment, where children of all ages are welcome up to the front of the Sanctuary for a relative age-appropriate lesson. There is a children’s activity center located at the back of the Sanctuary where books, coloring pages, and small toys can be found. These can be used in this space or in the pews during worship.
Typical Worship Service
Our services are blended, honoring tradition in new, contemporary ways. You can expect to experience God’s presence through music, silence, scripture, reflection, prayer, and interaction with others.
Communion
All are welcome at God’s table, regardless of church membership or belief.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is our pleasure to have you visit with us, whether it be on a Sunday morning, during a mid-week ministry, or simply through this website. We recognize that those visiting churches for the first time may do so with a bit of uneasiness, but we hope you find yourself feeling very welcomed at IUCC. We welcome all who enter, from all walks of life, to come together to worship God, to learn from Jesus, and to serve God’s beautiful creation. There is always a lot happening at Immanuel UCC. Please explore this website to become familiar with our opportunities and ministries.
What does Immanuel mean when it says it is a church that is “Open and Affirming”?
Open and Affirming (ONA) is the United Church of Christ’s (UCC) designation for congregations, campus ministries, and other bodies in the UCC which make a public covenant of welcome into their full life and ministry to persons of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions. The “full life and ministry” includes the sacraments (i.e. baptism, communion), marriage and leadership roles. The concept of Open and Affirming is extended by Immanuel to include people of all differences including ethnic, racial, economic, etc.
How do I find out more about Sunday School for my child?
Our Faith Formation classes for ages 3 through grade 6 meet on Sundays from 10:15-11:00am. We have Confirmation for students in grades 7-8, and our RISE teen fellowship (grades 7-12) also meet on Sunday mornings. Visit our Faith Formation page for more information.
Do I need to be a member of Immanuel to take part in church activities?
No; We welcome anyone and everyone to participate in our church-wide programs, activities, fundraisers, and educational opportunities. Visit our newsletters page to review upcoming events and signup for future communications!
Do I need to be a member to be baptized or married at Immanuel?
We welcome all families to have their child be baptized into the Christian faith, regardless of church membership. Weddings are ordinarily officiated by the pastor for members and at the discretion of the pastors for non-members. Please contact the church office for more information.
How can I find out more about the United Church of Christ faith?
How do I find the church?
Our church is located at 99 South Waverly Street in Shillington, at the corner of Waverly Street and Brobst Street. For directions, please refer to this map.