Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Quad Cities (UUCQC)
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Worship - What to Expect

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Our services may be similar to many churches that you have attended, however, at our congregation we draw from different sources of wisdom (Jewish, Christian, and other world religions.   For more information about Unitarian Universalism - and our congregation in particular - please take a look at our visitors page.

If you are visiting for the first time and know the general way of church services in America, our Sunday services will follow a familiar rhythm.  An Order of Service helps both visitors and members follow that day's service. Some churches distribute bulletins as a guide to the service. At the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Quad Cities, we use an Order of Service. (Please see column at right.)
 
Children are most welcome. Children usually begin the morning with their parents in the worship service. Early in the program, we have "Words for All Ages,"  a five-minute story or discussion with the minister or a lay person. When the conversation is complete, the children go to their religious education rooms as the congregation "sings them out."  See our Religious Education page for more information about what you and your children might expect from the Sunday morning RE classes.    

After services, please join us downstairs for coffee after the service. This is where you will get to know many of our current congregants and have the opportunity to ask questions.  We welcome you!
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Words for All Ages

Sunday Topics

Worship
Youth Religious Education
Forum
Coffee Hour

Also see
Visitor Information
Adult Enrichment
Sermon Archives 2015
Sermon Archives pre-2015
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Typical Order of Service

  • Ringing a bell or gong
  • Prelude
  • Welcome to the church
  • Welcome to this service
  • Opening Hymn
  • Chalice Lighting (learn about chalices and why we light them here)
  • Offering
  • Sharing Joys and Sorrows
  • Silence or Prayer
  • Sung Response
  • Reading
  • Sermon
  • Closing Hymn
  • Benediction
  • Postlude
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3707 Eastern Avenue, 
Davenport IA 52807
Phone: 563-359-0816
Email: office@uucqc.org
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  • Welcome
  • PLEDGING
    • Annual Operating Pledge
    • EFT Pledge
  • About
    • Mission & Vision
    • Board of Trustees
    • Staff
    • Highlights of 150 Years
    • Member stories
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Bylaws
    • Governance
    • Policies
    • Membership >
      • Become a member
      • Common questions about pledging
    • Location
  • News
    • Announcements
    • Media Inquiries
  • Services
    • Sunday worship >
      • Sermon Videos >
        • Sermon Videos 2016
        • Sermon Videos 2015
        • Sermon Videos 2014
      • Music
      • Religious Services Team
    • Visiting Us? >
      • What to expect
      • Location
  • Get Involved
    • Social Justice Ministry >
      • Environmental Justice Project
      • Immigration >
        • Sanctuary
      • Racial Justice Project
      • LGBTQIA Project
      • Community Meal Task Force
    • Youth Religious Education
    • Adult Enrichment >
      • Adult Religious Education
      • Classes
      • Book Clubs
    • Additional Spiritual Practices
    • More Ways to Get Involved
  • Contact Us
    • Contact the Office
    • Staff Emails
    • Location