Wild Church

2nd Sundays. We gather outside to be in conversation with the land, as we reflect, share, and join in communion. Often followed by a potluck.

Upcoming Gathering

We will gather on September13, 3:30pm

We are going to try a new gathering spot along the waters of Casco Bay as we take time this month to reflect on our connection to these waters. We will gather at the Martin's Point trail, you can put that name in google maps and it will take you there.

There are some picnic tables along the accessible paved path and during the wandering time there is a trail to the beach, this is not as accessible. Since it will be the weekend parking shouldn't be a problem. There are no bathrooms or water. Look for our sign pointing to where we are gathered.

Please bring:

Bring a picnic dinner for afterwards.
Camp chair or blanket
Friends!

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What is Wild Church?

In this time of ecological collapse and mass extinction we feel called to create beloved community re-connected with the soil, water, plants, and all creatures of our Casco Bay watershed in the greater region of Portland, Maine.

We are connected to the Wild Church Network of congregations seeking to encounter God in the wilderness, a place of spiritual transformation and new vision. We are inspired by the Watershed Discipleship movement of church communities learning to love their place, as defined by their watershed.
We are rooted in the Anabaptist tradition of following Jesus in daily life, with connections to Mennonite Church USA. We are open to all who are looking for a deeper relationship with God, community, and creation from any faith tradition or no faith tradition, or full of questions and doubt.
We are committed to the internal and external work of undoing racism, sexism, homophobia, and other forms of violence that harm our bodies and grieve the Spirit.
We believe that ancient faith practices like Sabbath rest, Eucharist, Scripture reflection and prayer, offering healing and renewal for our weary bodies and world.
We usually meet outdoors monthly on the second Sunday of each month at 3:30pm with a BYO picnic dinner afterwards. In the winter months we will get creative and may meet indoors when needed.
Kids are welcome! We don't have childcare, but invite their participation and play throughout our time together. During our time of wandering we have an activity and storytime for children.
We are an evolving experiment in being church in a renewed way, and invite your ideas, creativity, and contributions!