Welcome!

We welcome all people. We value the diversity of humanity, a diversity which includes differences in sex, age, race, ethnicity and national origin, range of abilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, financial means, education, and political perspective. We cherish our differences and commonalities, and we strive to learn from each other.

We gather together in spiritual community and worship to find meaning and live more deeply. Worship creates connections within, among, and beyond us, calling us to our better selves, calling us to live with wisdom and compassion.

Location

Our service is conducted in person each Sunday in the Fellowship Hall at the Episcopal Church of the Ascension, located at 21641 Great Mills Rd, Lexington Park MD, and on zoom.

Enter from the upper parking lot next to the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s office.  There is a set of double glass doors at our entrance. If there is no greeter at the door, ring the doorbell and the greeter will meet you to direct you to the left to enter the Fellowship Hall. The upper parking lot should be reserved for first time visitors and anyone with a need for an accessible entrance and a shorter path into the space. The lower parking lot on the east side of the church offers ample parking.

If you are unable to attend in person, you can join our hybrid service via the zoom link on the Congregational News page for each service.

When

We meet every Sunday at 10:00 AM for worship services, recommended for ages 11 and up. On the first Sunday in September, we hold our annual Labor Day Picnic off site to start the new church year.

Our nursery/preschool and an elementary age religious education class meet several times a month during the worship service. Parents meet monthly via zoom to plan the teaching schedule.

Accessibility

Our worship space is fully accessible.  There is a ramp from the upper parking lot to the double door entrance, and in the lower lobby is an elevator to access the upstairs children’s classrooms.

What to wear

Some people like to dress up for church, but jeans and T-shirts are not uncommon. Wear what makes you comfortable in this setting.

What to expect

Our services generally follow a traditional Protestant format with hymns, readings from inspirational texts, and a sermon. Service Leaders include members and friends of the Fellowship, as well as occasional guest speakers. From time to time our services incorporate holiday celebrations, multigenerational services, or longer musical performances.  At the beginning of our services, we light the chalice, which is the symbol of our faith.

Need more information?

Contact us at info.UUFSM@gmail.com or message on Facebook at UUFSM