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Welcome to East Granby Congregational Church! We are glad that you are interested in EGCC.  We hope the information below will help you feel comfortable when you come visit us.

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Here are some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about East Granby Congregational Church.

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Our Worship Services

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Youth Programs

Ways to Participate

Worship

Join Us

Every Sunday at 10:00 am

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About the Service

We offer two types of worship services:  traditional and informal.  Our traditional services follow an order of worship that includes announcements, responsive readings, time with the children, scripture readings and sermon, prayers, hymns and choir music.  Special occasions and programs are also included in a varying schedule.  We also have a very informal ‘service’ called Cafe Church monthly, where we meet for breakfast, a short inspirational message and small group discussions.  Cafe Church happens in one of our meeting rooms periodically.  See our calendar for the next one. 

Our services begin at 10 am. You can arrive 5-10 minutes earlier to make your way to the sanctuary and be seated. Come a bit earlier for the Cafe Church to visit and enjoy breakfast.

We are on Route 20 at the intersection with Route 187 in East Granby Center.

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There is a large parking lot behind our church with access from Route 20.

Your are welcome to attend in whatever attire is most comfortable for you- we do!

Yes,  we have handicap parking right near our entrance, and you may ‘drop off ‘ those with limited mobility at the door. Inside, everything is accessible via an elevator to the second floor.  There is a handicap bathroom on both floors.  We also provide large print bulletins and hearing assisted headsets.

Communion is offered on the first Sunday of every month.  Everyone is encouraged to partake in communion- you do not need to be a member.  Children are welcome to partake at the discretion of their parents/guardians.

Yes, we gather in Fellowship Hall after service to greet and visit with one another.  Refreshments are served.

Yes, you may join us for the service via live streaming.  There are also recorded services from prior weeks. These are available on the Services Online page. 

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Youth Programs

Yes, we have a nursery that will care for your infants, toddlers age 3 and younger.  Older children, may attend Sunday School during the service.

Church School occurs during the second portion of the service.  Children begin the service with their parents/guardians.  After the “Time with the Children” they leave with their classroom teachers to attend Church School in the round building.

Yes,  your children are welcome to stay with you for the entire service.  We can provide a clipboard with a coloring page and paper and crayons for their use if you desire.

Yes, we have a Preschool that is part of our church.  Visit the Preschool page for more information.

We partner with Granby Congregational Church to offer a Confirmation class for young people in grades 8-12. 

We have a childrens’ choir and bell choir who perform in our services several times a year.  We have an annual fundraiser for the children to learn about service to other parts of the world.  We have a Christmas pageant for our youth to re-enact the Christmas story.  Our older  youth participate  in Heads Up Hartford, a week long service camp for youth in the greater Hartford area, and can attend summer camps at Silver Lake.

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Membership and other ways to participate in our faith community

We offer a new member orientation several times a year, which ends with a new member service.  You may also transfer membership from your previous church.

We offer several Bible studies and book groups. 

There are many opportunities for participation, including retreats, book and bible studies,  missions and service, a community food pantry and garden, assisting with the service and Church school, fundraising and maintenance.  There is something for everyone!

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Looking for more information? Use this form to request it. Our staff will be in touch with you soon.

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We would love to have you join us for Lectio Divina. One of our members will contact you very soon!

We would love to have you join us for Bible Book Study Club. One of our members will contact you very soon!

We would love to have you join us for Friday Night Book Club. One of our members will contact you very soon!

Thank you for your interest in the Missions and Outreach Programs.  Please use this form to request more information on how you can get involved in our projects.  Our Missions and Outreach ministry team will be in touch very soon!

We will be happy to put you on our monthly Beacon email list. 

Please be sure to send the form so that we can get back to you!