An Inclusive Community Oriented Congregation in BurrillvilleWe, the fellowship of Berean Baptist Church, worship one God who is revealed and accessible to each and every one of us regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, social standing or all other abilities. All have been given the gift of accepting full participation in the Kingdom of God because God's grace, love, and mercy are given freely and unconditionally and extend to all people. Therefore, we accept, welcome and affirm all as brothers and sisters united in striving to live holy and acceptable lives in the service of God's Kingdom.
May our hearts as well as our church doors remain forever open and welcoming to all of God's creation. |
January 2023 Newsletter
Reports for Annual 2024 Mtg
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Holy Week at Berean
Passion Sunday - March 24th 10am
We begin Holy Week this year by reflecting together on the Philippian Hymn, in which we read Paul describe Jesus's life, death and resurrection in these terms but [Jesus] emptied himself, taking the form of a slave, assuming human likeness. And being found in appearance as a human, he humbled himself and became obedient to the point of death-- even death on a cross. Our theme is, 'A Time of Emptying' and we will explore both what it means for us to let go of that which distances us from God and others, and how it is that Jesus is present with those who are empty. We are excited to announce that the Little Girls Choir will be performing as will Ashley Palmer. Emma and Bill will lead us in singing; Hosanna Loud Hosanna, I Have Decided to Follow Jesus and others. Note - You can worship with us via facebook live if joining us in the sanctuary is not an option for you |
Maundy Thursday - March 28 7pm
Tonight is a spa night for the soul. We will tell the story of Jesus washing his disciples feet. We offer foot-washing for anyone who wishes to participate, but there is no pressure for you to do so... Our sermon theme is A Time of Resonance and we will reflect on what Jesus is teaching us about discipleship by encouraging us to wash one another feet... hint - it has to do with the healing nature of affection and close attention. Emma and Bill will lead us in singing a number of favorites; An Upper Room Did Our Lord Prepare, Make Me a Servant, They'll Know We are Christians by our Love and more. Worship culminates with the celebration of the Lord's Supper Note - You can worship with us via facebook live if joining us in the sanctuary is not an option for you
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Good Friday March 29 7pm
We will gather on Good Friday evening to retell the story of Jesus's Passion according to the gospel of Mark. In a Tenebrae service we extinguish candles as we read through the passion story signifying Jesus's approach to the tomb.
Emma and Bill will lead us in singing; Lead Us to Calvary, O God How We Have Wandered, Go to Dark Gethsemane and others.
Note - You can worship with us via facebook live if joining us in the sanctuary is not an option for you
We will gather on Good Friday evening to retell the story of Jesus's Passion according to the gospel of Mark. In a Tenebrae service we extinguish candles as we read through the passion story signifying Jesus's approach to the tomb.
Emma and Bill will lead us in singing; Lead Us to Calvary, O God How We Have Wandered, Go to Dark Gethsemane and others.
Note - You can worship with us via facebook live if joining us in the sanctuary is not an option for you
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Easter
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Options for Giving
We are glad to offer Venmo and Paypal as options for our financial support of the ministry of Berean Baptist Church.
- Find us on venmo - @bereanbaptistchurchri. Here is the link to venmo.com
- Enter berean in the search window and choose bereanbaptistchurchri
- Click the Donate link to the right to give through PayPal.