Christian worship gives all glory and honor, praise and thanksgiving to the holy, triune God. We are gathered in worship to glorify the God who is present and active among us — particularly through the gifts of Word and Sacrament. We are sent out in service to glorify the same God who is present and active in the world.
(PCUSA Book of Order, W-1.0101)
At Topsail Presbyterian Church, our worship services are designed to glorify God and deepen our relationship with Him and one another. Through scripture, message, and music, we come together to celebrate God's presence and be renewed in faith. Our worship style is traditional, yet remains vibrant and welcoming. It offers a sense of reverence and continuity rooted in the church’s historic practices.
We hold two services each Sunday.
- 8:15 is a smaller, slightly more casual, intimate and contemplative worship service.
- 10:30 usually has a larger crowd, choir, and a children’s sermon after which children can go to age leveled Sunday School classes or are welcome to stay in worship with their families. A nursery is provided during the 10:30 service.
If you cannot attend in person, we livestream our 10:30 service on this website. The livestream is also shared on Facebook and YouTube.
Music holds a vital place in our worship, engaging the heart, mind, and spirit. It brings our congregation together in joyful praise and solemn reflection. We are blessed with a wide range of gifted musicians who share their talents through instruments such as flute, oboe, harp, guitar, trumpet, and more. Their contributions enrich our worship experience and help lift our collective voice in glorifying God. Whether through choral anthems, congregational hymns, or instrumental offerings, music at Topsail Presbyterian deepens our connection to God and to one another.
We celebrate Communion, also known as the Lord’s Supper, on the first Sunday of each month and on other occasions as an act of thanksgiving, remembrance, and spiritual nourishment. We practice an open table, trusting that the invitation to Communion comes from Christ himself. All who place their trust in Jesus Christ—regardless of age or denominational affiliation—are welcome to participate. Congregants receive the bread and cup together and wait until all have been served before partaking, symbolizing our unity in Christ and our shared participation in the body of Christ.