Church of the Apostles in Seattle

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  Elizabeth Maupin

  :: 08 January 2018 00:29:13

  I attended fairly regularly for about six years and found this to be a vibrant congregation open to experimentation, yet respectful of the spiritual strength embodied in some traditions of the church. Not all of the experiments have survived, but the willingness to try something different has. The liturgy is enriched by fresh approaches and creative themes that vary from season to season. Sermons, called "reverbs" are often given by members of the congregation. We got to see faith and the questions that people wrestle with as they mature spiritually from many different perspectives. It helped us to know each other in a way that rarely happens when all the preaching is done by the pastor. This isn't a good congregation for someone looking for consistency and simple answers, but it is a great place for the inquisitive soul on a spiritual journey looking to explore beyond initial assumptions and easy answers.

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  Kelly Caver

  :: 07 January 2018 23:21:13

  I've been attending here for almost 3 years and love the home I've found in this community! The services are beautiful, creative, and contemplative - a great mix of liturgical and modern music and readings. One of my favorite parts of the service is called "Open Space" - it's a time to pray and/or reflect after the sermon. I love the quiet pause it provides for me to connect with God before I begin my work week. There are many opportunities to get involved, as congregational members help choose liturgy, give short sermons, and write and perform music. It's a loving and involved community where we tangibly helps our members through all kinds of life circumstances - deaths, births, illnesses, unemployment, divorce/break-ups, moving etc.

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  Katherine Buck

  :: 07 January 2018 19:00:01

  This quirky little church is something special. The worship service is both familiar and new, with engaging and creative music and prayer. You can expect new, original, and theologically progressive music from the excellent worship team. You can sense the traditional rhythms beneath an experimental exterior. The church is LGBTQ+ welcoming and casual.

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  Sarah Siefke

  :: 06 July 2017 17:16:55

  Hands down the most inclusive church I've ever been to. Gay, lesbian, transgender, non-binary, atheist, follower of a different religion, black, white, brown or anywhere in between, ALL are welcome here and encouraged to ask questions and worship in a way that feels right to them. I've left a big church in the Seattle area that claimed to be inclusive, and joined COTA because it's the real deal. As one of the worship songs we sing says, "There is no fear in love.'"

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  Ned Olson

  :: 11 December 2016 16:16:41

  If you've ever been to a show at The Fremont Abbey, it's every bit as creative and inspiring when the church takes over the space on Sunday. The Saturday night Easter vigil and blowout Rise party every year is not to be missed. When I first showed up more than ten years ago I didn't realize how progressive and "open and affirming" most of the congregation is. I am pretty much conservative, evangelical, and Republican, yet even I am accepted and affirmed here with no expectation of becoming anything different. I would say that takes "open and affirming" to a whole new level. I believe it gives us all a golden opportunity to grow and develop in unexpected ways. I have found community here like I have not known in years and feel like I have more opportunity than ever to "grow into the image and likeness of Christ". Nothing feels forced, yet expectations are high. I don't drink myself, but the first time I showed up I was invited out to a pub after the service and had a great evening. It felt like Jesus had invited me out to knock back a cold one with his friends -- and did not at all mind if I ordered tea. COTA is not for everyone, but I encourage anyone to give us a try, and if you feel a little too uncomfortable with some of us, give us another try. It just might be Jesus that you are feeling uncomfortable with.