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About Worship

Worship at Naperville Presbyterian Church (NPC) is one of the central experiences that we share together. One of our core values as a church says:

We believe that worship is central in the life of the believer. Worship that glorifies God, both in daily life and in the regular gathering of the church, is the natural response of the believer to the grace of God. We desire to facilitate participatory corporate worship experiences that give God glory, honor and praise, that open the way for authentic encounters with Him and that bring His followers great delight.

The central focus of our worship is God. Our worship together provides an opportunity to weekly meet God in praise, adoration and acts of commitment through the Bible, song, prayer and the regular observance of the sacraments. Our worship together helps us to remember, recount, celebrate and respond to all that God has said and done for us in His love and grace. Our worship together is guided by the gospel message that God has met our deepest needs, especially through His work on the cross.

To help us in our focus on God and our authentic worship of Jesus Christ, we have chosen a contemporary style as our musical identity. But within this style you'll find a wide range of
expressions . . . from intimate, reflective worship with a small quiet group of musicians, to an all-out celebration with choir and horns, to everything in between. You'll find some of the newest music for worship along with fresh settings of some of our oldest hymns. You'll experience moments of silence, meditation and quiet as well as strong affirmations through ancient creeds and prayers.

So what can you expect?  While no two weeks are the same, each week includes ample opportunity to actively participate in worship (in particular through song), to hear what God is saying to us through His word and to respond to Him. The details and elements may change week by week, but come expecting to meet God!

Family Worship

NPC encourages families to experience worship together on Sunday mornings. We welcome family worship at both the 8:30 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. services. Sunday School meets during both service times to accommodate those who want to attend Sunday School first and then gather for family to worship, or those who prefer to worship first and attend Sunday School during the second service. If you are only able to join us for one service, children are welcome to attend Sunday School while parents are in worship. Nursery care is available for infants and younger children.

Our worship center is wheel chair accessible. During the 8:30 a.m. service, sign language in pigeon sign is provided. Please ask an usher to guide you to seating for interpreter services.

Gluten free bread is available for communion, and Naperville Presbyterian Church has a nut free policy to help families who are dealing with allergies. If you have any other specific needs, an usher will be happy to assist.

Our hope is that by making your family as comfortable as possible, it will allow you to focus on worshiping our Lord through song, word and prayer.

Sing to the LORD, you saints of his; praise his holy name.  Psalm 30:4

Sunday School Information