Worship and Events Now Virtual
In keeping with Church of the Brethren District guidelines and state guidelines on public health in light of the coronavirus, all church worship and events are being conducted online for the time being. For more information see the update letter from March 14th and the update letter from March 21st and frequently asked questions about COVID and church practices as of October 17th sent by Mark Lane, Chair of the church Board.
Directions
We're located at 1615 North Coalter Street in Staunton, Virginia. You can use the map above to find us, or view a larger map on Google Maps.
From the North: Take I-81 South to exit 225, turn right onto Route 262 (Woodrow Wilson Parkway), and turn left onto route 11 (Lee Highway). Veer right when 11 splits from 11 Business. Veer left when 11 splits into Augusta and Coalter, to follow Coalter Street. Pass Mountain View Drive to arrive at 1615 North Coalter.
From the South: Take I-81 North to exit 225, turn left onto Route 262 (Woodrow Wilson Parkway), and turn left onto route 11 (Lee Highway). Veer right when 11 splits from 11 Business. Veer left when 11 splits into Augusta and Coalter, to follow Coalter Street. Pass Mountain View Drive to arrive at 1615 North Coalter.
From the North: Take I-81 South to exit 225, turn right onto Route 262 (Woodrow Wilson Parkway), and turn left onto route 11 (Lee Highway). Veer right when 11 splits from 11 Business. Veer left when 11 splits into Augusta and Coalter, to follow Coalter Street. Pass Mountain View Drive to arrive at 1615 North Coalter.
From the South: Take I-81 North to exit 225, turn left onto Route 262 (Woodrow Wilson Parkway), and turn left onto route 11 (Lee Highway). Veer right when 11 splits from 11 Business. Veer left when 11 splits into Augusta and Coalter, to follow Coalter Street. Pass Mountain View Drive to arrive at 1615 North Coalter.
Welcome
We open our doors to everyone. Come worship with us!
Childcare is provided during worship for infants to four year olds. All children are invited to participate in worship.
Childcare is provided during worship for infants to four year olds. All children are invited to participate in worship.
Your First Visit
We have Sunday School from 10 to 10:45am, and worship from 11am to 12:15pm. Worship usually features:
During the service we offer religious education and nursery care for children.
There is no dress code at our church. You may find sweaters and blue jeans, a shirt and tie or casual dress, or “Sunday Best” attire. We want you to come however you feel most comfortable.
- Music
- Reading scripture
- A children’s story
- A sermon
- An opportunity to share joys and concerns with the congregation
During the service we offer religious education and nursery care for children.
There is no dress code at our church. You may find sweaters and blue jeans, a shirt and tie or casual dress, or “Sunday Best” attire. We want you to come however you feel most comfortable.
Accessibility
We're proud to say that our church was chosen as a national recipient of the Open Roof award at the 2015 Annual Conference, to recognize our efforts to make the sanctuary more accessible to those with disabilities.
Parking is available on three sides of the church building.
An overhang is available on the north side at the main entrance for persons to be dropped off in inclement weather or for easier access to the sanctuary. From the main entrance, you can either enter by stairs or the ramp, which is wheelchair accessible.
The lower level of the building is accessible via elevator or by the ground level entrance on the south side of the building.
Assistive listening devices are available from an usher.
Accessible restroom facilities are available on both levels of the building.
Parking is available on three sides of the church building.
An overhang is available on the north side at the main entrance for persons to be dropped off in inclement weather or for easier access to the sanctuary. From the main entrance, you can either enter by stairs or the ramp, which is wheelchair accessible.
The lower level of the building is accessible via elevator or by the ground level entrance on the south side of the building.
Assistive listening devices are available from an usher.
Accessible restroom facilities are available on both levels of the building.
Communion
We only serve bread and cup communion a few times per year. If you visit on one of the Sundays when Communion is part of the worship service, know that you are welcome to participate in this special ceremony. Brethren are ‘non-sacramental’ which means that Communion is a service of remembrance and everyone is invited to Christ’s table in order to give thanks and participate in this symbolic meal. Children are invited to participate at their parents' discretion and parents are encouraged to answer their questions, even during the service.
Inclement Weather
In case of cancellations due to inclement weather, check the WHSV Closings page. Updates are often also posted on our Facebook page.
Questions?
When you arrive, if you have questions about Sunday School, childcare, worship, or the church, let the greeter at the entrance know. We’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have and point you in the right direction!
If you have other questions, feel free to contact any of the church staff members on our Contact page.
If you have other questions, feel free to contact any of the church staff members on our Contact page.