What should I expect if I visit a UCG congregation for Sabbath services?
Answer:
Thanks for your interest, and we hope you do have an opportunity to visit one of our congregations .
Our meetings begin with congregational singing, followed by a prayer. (Our congregational hymns are Psalms or biblical themes set to music.) After that, an elder or someone designated by the pastor gives a 10- to 12-minute message. More congregational singing follows, and after some announcements, often a choir or musicians present special music.
The main message lasts approximately one hour and is normally delivered by either the pastor or a designated elder. These messages provide guidance, encouragement and education to the membership, as well as help us worship God. The service ends with another congregational hymn and prayer.
hi, I find your site interesting, and your attempt to portray the "gospel message" as understood by first century believers as admirable. It was good to see that many of the erroneous beliefs that developed in christianity eg trinity, immortal soul etc have been disregarded, and equally good to see that the real christian hope of resurrection to life in a very real kingdom here on earth is being taught. I do have some reservations however, since I do not believe that all eroneous doctrins have been disregarded (eg supernatural devil). The great thing is, however, as we come to the end of mans reign and the start of Christs millenial reign, we will soon all be able to worship God having a much greater understanding of the intricacies of the orginal gospel message.