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What are Sunday services like?
Neighborhood Church’s Sunday service normally includes
music, hymns, readings, and sermon. We have many special services
and themes throughout the year.
How do I get to church?
We are located at 301 North Orange Grove Blvd in Pasadena,
CA. Click here for an area map. For driving directions from your location, click here.
Where do I park?
We have a parking lot in front of the church on Orange Grove
Boulevard and street parking along the residential street,
Arroyo Terrace. On busy Sundays, the Pasadena Museum of History
(located on the corner of Walnut and Orange Grove) also offer
us extra parking in their parking lot.
Where is the Sanctuary?
Click on Campus Map for a map of the Campus.
What should I wear?
We are a diverse congregation. Some people dress up and some
dress casually. Wear what feels comfortable to you.
Is there Sunday School or childcare for my child(ren)?
We offer childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Youth Religious Education classes are offered from children
in kindergarten through high school. Your child(ren) are most
welcome to join us. Please click here from more information.
Can my child(ren) stay with me in service?
Children are welcome in the service, though most are in our Religious Education classes.
We also have a special area in our nathex (foyer) for families to worship together with their
infants or younger children.
Who attends Neighborhood Church?
We are a congregation of about 675 adult members from the
greater Los Angeles County region. Our diverse religious community
comes from many traditions. Many of our members were raised
in other religious traditions and bring a variety of spiritual
experiences. Our members are single and married, gay and straight.
Some have children, others do not. Our campus and worship
service are handicap accessible.
What is a Welcoming Congregation?
Formally recognized and accredited by the Unitarian Universalist
Association, a Welcoming Congregation is one that publicly
and intentionally welcomes bisexual, gay, lesbian, and/or
transgender people as members, friends, and guests. Neighborhood
Church celebrates the lives of all people and have taken an
active and empowered stand against oppression on the basis
of affectional orientation.
How do I get involved?
Come to church, attend a service, stay for coffee, check out
our many tables and activities each Sunday. Participate in some
of our social events, volunteer for a social justice project,
sign up for a class or lecture. However you choose to get involved,
connecting with other newcomers or long time members is vital to a
full and rich life at church.
Do I need to become a member?
You are welcome to participate in all or our programs and
activities. There are a number of activities and programs
that can help you decide if Neighborhood Church is right for
you. Attend Sunday service, take a class, meet other folks
on our patio, or volunteer for a social justice project. After
you get to know us a bit better, we ask that you consider
membership and joining us as a formal member of the congregation.
How do I become a member?
There are a number of steps that you can take to decide if
you’d like to join the church. We recommend joining us
for our introductory class, New to Neighborhood, held on Saturday
mornings throughout the year. Our Bridging Group orientation
seminar is also a good way to lean more about Unitarian Universalism,
the church, and membership. After carefully deciding if Neighborhood
Church is right for you, you become an official member by
completing a membership card (available at the Welcome Table,
in the office, or from any staff or board member) and making
a financial commitment to the Church. Shortly thereafter,
our Membership Coordinator will contact you to answer any
questions and chat about what you are seeking in a spiritual
home and how we can help you find ways to get connected.
What are the responsibilities of membership?
- Be present - attend regularly and bring your authentic self.
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Grow your own faith – develop
a spiritual life.
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Make this your community - connect
with others.
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Give of yourself in three ways
each year: help our children, volunteer for a social justice
project, and care for those in need.
- Support the Church financially by making an annual pledge.
Who can I contact with other questions?
Email
or call our membership coordinator, Kim Hayden, at 626.449.3470.
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