worship

A few notes about our worship services. We’ll update this page as we add elements!

Sacraments are those ways in which God uses the material things of this world as signs to and seals of his love, grace and mercy in this world. At Trinity Forest, we affirm two sacraments as taught and commanded by Jesus: 

1. Baptism, in which water symbolizes washing from sin and promise of new life in the Spirit.
2. Communion, in which bread and wine symbolize Jesus’ body and blood as we are united to him (also called the Lord’s Supper, the Lord’s Table, etc.).

About Communion.

We believe that participating in communion seals to us the benefits of Jesus’ sacrifice of himself in his death — spiritually nourishing us for growth in him, sharing in our union with him and his body of believers, and engaging us in his service in the world. 

The communion table doesn’t belong to Trinity Forest or even a denomination. It is for ALL Christians – whatever branch of the Christian tree you fell out of, or whether you think you do a “good job” being a Christian or not. Have you tasted Jesus’ grace, and is your heart seeking him more? Come if you love him a little and want to love him more – don’t stay away!

We will invite you to participate with a glad and sincere heart – but there is no obligation. You may simply remain where you are, or…

• If you know you’re exploring faith and not a Christian yet – take time to pray and reflect. Or come up for prayer and a blessing. Or find us after for conversation. Our hope is one day you will come to this table in faith! 
• If you have a child not yet ready (not baptized and believing in Jesus Christ), come find our pastor down front for a time of blessing and prayer! 
• All are invited to sing, or give and receive prayer for one another, during Communion. Anyone needing prayer from someone can simply come down front, where our prayer team will be available (look for the lanyards).

If you have further questions or want to talk with our pastor Andy, simply contact him or find him after on a Sunday.

Sunday Suppers

On Communion Sundays (typically the first of each month), we want to create a culture of Sunday Suppers. At Jesus’ table, God is the inviting host and we are the beloved guests. Having received his grace, we have the privilege and passion to share it with others. So we want to open up our “tables” to others. When you invite someone to eat with you – you are not simply making an invite, you are promising a kind of peace, trust, and relationship that says: “you are welcome here.” 

So on Communion Sundays, we want no one to eat alone that day. Invite over others from our church, or friends or neighbors or coworkers or whoever you want from the places you live, learn, work and play. Don’t overthink it or roll out the red carpet. Just be like – “hey! 6pm Sunday – our house. We’re cooking/ordering in) and want you to join us. Can you come hang for dinner for awhile?”Don’t let your idea of “perfect” be the enemy of the good here. Make it lunch instead of dinner, or Monday if that’s better. Get take out around your kitchen table. No kitchen or room to host? Offer to meet up for coffee or beverage of your choice. Or collab with someone else and go in on it together. And if we can help connect you with people, we’d love to: fill out this form if you have room to invite others and need ideas!