A note about Sunday morning.
Welcome!
One of my favorite gospel stories is St. John’s account of the woman at the well. Jesus meets her in his own weakness. He is tired and thirsty, and he asks her for a drink of water. In his weakness, he invites her to come near. Jesus listened to her story, and in his presence, she found the Living Waters.
This woman was forever changed because of Jesus. Tradition names her St. Photini meaning Light. She became a witness to the life and light we received, even giving her life for her faith.
Each week, we gather together in our own weakness to draw near to Christ and drink deeply of the living waters, trusting that his presence changes us.
At Christ Our Life, we desire to be like Jesus. We desire to be a hospitable community where we carry one another’s joys and sorrows. Together we walk the slow road of Jesus, so that we can bring his healing, peace, and restoration back into the world.
At the center of all we do is worship. We worship Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. We worship the crucified and risen Christ. We come to eat and drink from him that we may live.
You are welcome here at the table.
Blessings,
Rev. Kara
When and where do you meet?
We meet at the Montessori School of Raleigh at 10:30 am.
7005 Lead Mine Road
Raleigh, NC 27615
How long is the service?
Our services are typically about an hour and fifteen minutes.
What should I wear?
Please dress in what makes you feel comfortable!
What is a typical Sunday service like?
Our Sunday service follows the Book of Common Prayer, a centuries-old collection of written prayers and instructions that guide our worship. During the service, we sing a blend of ancient hymns and contemporary songs. We hear the word of God in Scripture and preaching. Take part as you feel led. Your presence alone is enough.
The centerpiece of our church services is the Holy Eucharist, or communion. We break bread and drink wine, remembering Jesus’s last supper with his friends before his death and resurrection. As we eat and drink, we meditate on God’s self-giving love for us.
Is there childcare available?
Yes! We believe children are not just the future of the church—they are full members of the Body of Christ today. Our vision is to create a sacred, welcoming space where children are invited to encounter the love of God, grow in the way of Jesus, and know they belong. Wiggles, giggles, and tears are all welcome!
How would you describe the culture of your church?
We are a people in the lifelong process of becoming more and more like Jesus. We pray that our values of worship, hospitality, formation, and justice shine through on a Sunday morning. We try to be a place where names are known and all can find a place to worship, connect, and use the gifts that God has given them.
How do you connect outside of Sunday worship?
We offer weekly and monthly forms of connection. Head to our Calendar for upcoming events or check out our Parish Life page to learn more.