Second Sunday in Advent, Dec 5, 2021
In-Person worship services at 10:30 am on Sunday!
Holiday Food Pantry Schedule:
Christmas Week – Open 9-11am on Thursday, December 23rd
New Year’s Week – Open 9-11am on Thursday, December 30th
Food Pantry is Open, Saturday, December 4, 2021 from 9-11am
Food Pantry is now located at the back of the church; follow the signs to the alley off of 12th Avenue. Groceries will be loaded into your trunk.
- Tuesday, November 30, @ 1:00pm – Centering Prayer – Zoom
- Thursday, December 2, @ 4:30pm – Tri Mu Circle – Zoom
- Friday, December 3, @ 1:00pm – Centering Prayer – Zoom
- Saturday, December 4, @ 9-11:00am – Food Pantry
- Sunday, December 5, @ 10:30am – Worship w/Communion in COP Sanctuary; Lighting of the Second Advent Candle
Welcome
Welcome to Church of Peace, United Church of Christ. We’re a congregation of the United Church of Christ located in the Longview neighborhood of Rock Island, Illinois. We are a church built around family, serving our community, valuing our history, and envisioning our future together.
The Church of Peace family includes 2 year olds and 80 year olds, people with a wide variety of physical abilities and disabilities, gay, bisexual and straight people, white, brown, and black people. We look forward to embracing you warmly no matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey.
Learn About Us
Church of Peace has a proud history and a bold vision for our future. We were founded by a small group of German immigrants, we chose to stay and serve our neighbors in a changing community, and today we remain a force for good in our community. Follow this link to learn more about the vision, people, and programs of Church of Peace.
Worship With Us
Worship is central to our life together. Sunday morning services are complemented by special services throughout the year, including Ash Wednesday, Christmas Eve, and other holidays. Follow this link to learn more about what you can expect when you attend worship at Church of Peace.
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