Ways to Connect - Danville Congregational Church

Looking for connection, inspiration, a way to serve—or just some good company? We’ve got lots of easy ways to plug in. Try something new, meet great people, and be part of our vibrant, caring community.

Most of the opportunities below are announced in our Thursday email newsletter and Sunday bulletin. We invite you to jump in whenever it works for you!

For more information, please contact the Office.

Connect & Build Community

Lunch Bunch – 1st Sundays, Noon - 1:00 pm

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant with fellow DCC folxs. Great food, good conversation, no agenda.

TGIF Gatherings – Various Fridays

End your week with a casual potluck-style supper. These intergenerational gatherings are fun, low-key, and welcoming to all.

Men's Group – Tuesdays

A time for men to enjoy friendly, spiritual conversation.

Spirited Sisters – 3rd Thursdays, 2:00-3:30 pm

A book club and discussion group for aging women. We share stories, explore big questions, and walk through life together.

CARE Support Group - 3rd Wednesdays, 2:30-3:30 pm

CARE stands for Compassionate, Acceptance, Resilience, Encouragement and is a group that supports each other

Nurture Your Spirit

Wednesday Morning Prayer - Wednesdays @ 10:00 am (in-person & online)

A midweek moment of reflection and connection with Pastor Todd—lifting up prayers from Sunday’s worship and those shared throughout the week.

Prayer Shawl Team

Knit or crochet items filled with love—shawls, scarves, hats, and baby blankets—to bring comfort and care to others. Baby Blankets and hats are given to welcome babies in our Dayspring community.

Prayer Team

Hold space for others through confidential prayer. A meaningful and quiet way to support our community

Serve with Purpose

Friends of Dayspring

Help welcome preschool families, bake cookies, or bring teacher lunches. Sign up to be on the request email.

Social Justice Opportunities

Join a book club, coffee chat, or service project.

Outreach Projects

Pitch in with backpacks, Easter baskets, meals, and more. Learn more about Outreach by clicking here.

Meal Train

Cook a meal for someone going through a big life moment. Easy, appreciated, and full of heart.

Go To a Protest

Join others from DCC as we stand up and speak out for justice.

Worship, Youth, & Special Roles

Emmaus Worship Support Team

Help with the behind-the-scenes work that brings Sunday services to life.

Godly Play Door Keeper

Support our kids’ spiritual growth through our Godly Play educational program.

Join the Choir

Love to sing? Come lend your voice and be part of something joyful. Talk to our choir director, John Kendall Bailey.

Grow & Belong

Join a Commission or Committee
As a Congregational Church, the work of of the church is carried out by the congregation. Share you skills and talents.

Building & Grounds

Care for and improve our church spaces—inside and out.

Children's Ministries

Support and nurture our youngest members from infants to 5th grade—through creative, loving educational programs centered around the Godly Play approach.

Community Life Commission

Plan and host social gatherings that bring us together to connect, celebrate, and build community. If you love cooking or organizing fun events, this is a great place to share your gifts!

Faith Journeys Commission

Plan and host adult programs and gatherings that inspire spiritual growth, deepen faith, and foster meaningful connection.

Welcome & Media

Help share the story of DCC with the wider community and warmly welcome guests into our church family.

Outreach Commission

Organize special offerings and hands-on service projects that engage our congregation to support the needs of our greater community.

Stewardship Commission

As an independent Congregational church, we are fully self-funded. This commission leads efforts to sustain our mission through generosity—encouraging financial giving and inviting people to share their time and talents in meaningful ways.

Worship Commission

Support the minister to plan and organize meaningful worship experiences, including music and liturgy.

Youth Ministries Commission

Work closely with our Minister of Youth & Community Engagement to create a supportive and engaging program for middle and high school youth (6th–12th grade) to grow in faith and community.

Anti-Racism & Justice Ministries

Work toward equity and inclusion within our church and beyond through learning, advocacy, and action.