At University Place Christian Church we seek, individually and together, to:
• Nurture and be nurtured in Christian love
• Engage fully in worship and service
• Anchor ourselves in Christian faith
• Reach out to our neighbors in Christian witness.

At UniPlace we seek a place NEAR to the heart of God

United in Christ, University Place Christian Church's vision for the future is to:
Thrive as an inviting and accepting faith community that offers everyone a place at the table
Praise God with joy and celebrate God's love through worship in diverse, uplifting ways
Grow in our spiritual maturity and understanding of God's word, through individual and collective study, reflection, and prayer
Celebrate, respect, and guide our youth
Nurture, uplift, and enjoy one another through personal bonds, small group ministries, and fellowship activities
Minister in varied ways to the campus community and our other neighbors
Bear witness to the teachings of Christ by strengthening ties with the Illinois Disciples Foundation, enhancing awareness of global problems, and working for a just society

Worship service each Sunday morning is at 10:00 a.m. There is Junior Church year round for children in kindergarten through third grade during the service. Children's bulletins are available at services through the year.

Our congregation celebrates the Lord's Supper every Sunday. We practice open communion, which means it is not necessary to belong to the congregation to take communion.

This congregation practices baptism by immersion for those who have reached an age of understanding and who make a Confession of Faith. If you have been baptized in another tradition, it is not necessary to be immersed.

Parents may arrange for young children to be dedicated during a worship service. This is a time for parents to give thanks for the birth of a child and the congregation to commit itself to providing nurture, love and support for the child and its parents.

Confession of Faith is for people who are initiating their association with the church. the minister will ask you: "Do you believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the Living God, and do you accept Him as your Lord and Savior?"

Transfer means you are a member of another church and want to place membership in University Place Christian Church. It is not necessary for you to arrange a transfer letter.

During Worship and Sunday School hours, child care is provided for infants and children through four years of age. This area is located at the end of the main hallway south of the Sanctuary, in the IDF building.