And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. Acts 2:42
At Providence Reformed Baptist Church, we believe that worship should be simple, biblical, and Christ-centered. If you're visiting from a larger or more contemporary church, you may find our approach refreshingly different. Our goal is not to entertain, but to see the glory of God through His Word, worship, and faithful fellowship.
What Does Worship Look Like?
Our worship service is shaped by Scripture and follows the historic Reformed tradition. Each Sunday, we gather to:
- Pray together – Bringing our praises and petitions before God. (Philippians 4:6)
- Read the Bible – Hearing God’s Word publicly read. (1 Timothy 4:13)
- Preach the Word – Expository preaching that applies God’s truth to daily life. (2 Timothy 4:2)
- Sing Psalms & Hymns – Singing rich, theologically sound songs. (Colossians 3:16)
- Celebrate the Lord’s Supper – Remembering and feeding upon Christ’s sacrifice (see below). (1 Corinthians 11:23–26)
Our doors open Sunday at 9:30 AM for fellowship and coffee. We have Adults & Kids Sunday School at 10:00AM. After a break, we gather again in the sanctuary at 11:00 AM for worship. The service typically ends around 12:45 PM and the sermon lasts about 45–50 minutes as we take time to deeply engage with Scripture. You are warmly invited to join us from start to finish!
Want to see a sample of our order of worship? Check out our Weekly Lord's Day Liturgy
The Lord's Supper
We believe the Lord’s Supper is a means of grace. By the work of the Holy Spirit and through faith, believers are spiritually nourished by Christ and all His benefits (1 Corinthians 10:16; 11:23-32). Therefore, we administer the Lord’s Supper most Sundays following the preaching of the Word.
Who May Participate?
We practice “close” communion—welcoming not only our members but also baptized believers connected to a faithful church. This differs from “closed” communion (members only) and “open” communion (no pastoral oversight).
If you’re visiting and would like to join us in the Supper, please speak with our Pastor before the service to confirm your connection to Christ in three ways:
- You have professed faith in Christ through baptism,
- You are a member in good standing under the care and oversight of a local church, and
- Affirm that this meal is a memorial where we spiritually receive and feed on Christ crucified.
To prepare, please fill out our Lord's Supper for Visitors Form.
Our approach to the Supper is not meant to exclude but to ensure that all who partake do so in a way that honors Christ and His Church (1 Corinthians 11:27-29). We invite you to prayerfully prepare your heart for this sacred time of communion.
Children
We believe worship is for everyone, including children. We do not separate kids from the main service because we believe that children benefit from worshipping with their families.
Have little ones? We understand that young children may struggle to sit through a full service. That’s why we provide:
- A "Training Room" near the sanctuary entrance – Equipped with audio and a view of the service for parents who need a quieter space.
- A welcoming congregation – We expect some noise from children and are happy to support parents in this season of training.
Our experience shows that ages 1-3 can be the most challenging, but we encourage parents to persevere. If you need help, don’t hesitate to reach out.
Questions? We’d Love to Connect!
We know visiting a new church can feel unfamiliar, so if you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Pastor Todd at todd@provrbc.com.
We look forward to worshipping with you!