Pilgrim Church
United Church of ChristNo matter who you are, or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here!
Pilgrim Church
United Church of ChristNo matter who you are, or where you are
on life’s journey, you are welcome here!
About Us
Pilgrim Church, a congregation of the United Church of Christ, is comprised of people just like you – single, married, divorced, widowed, senior citizens, youth, children, traditional and blended families. We come from diverse ethnic, racial, and economic backgrounds. Some of us were raised in church and can’t recall a time when the church wasn’t a vital part of our lives, while for others the whole church experience is new and somewhat unfamiliar. For still others, the church was once central, but they drifted away and only recently returned to their faith.
What We Do
“To Help People KNOW Christ Personally and GROW in Their Faith.”
Sunday Worship
Every Sunday, 9:00 a.m. Worship in Community together
Our worship includes traditional hymns, choir anthem and on the first Sunday each month we celebrate the Lord’s Supper by intinction.
Due to Hurricane Ian damage, Sunday Worship is currently in our Community Center!
Bible Study
Every Sunday, 9:00 a.m. in the Library
This Small Group will continue studying the Old Testament Book of Zechariah. One Bible scholar has claimed, “one could teach the entire Word of God from this one book even including the appearance of Christ in both the first and second Advents. We will be discussing Zechariah’s visions and how they align with the seals of Revelation.
Missions
July is when we assist our neighbors in back to school preparations. This year we are partnering with the Kiwanis and collecting tennis shoes to be shared with the local schools.
Pilgrims make PBJ Sandwiches for the Homeless Coalition each month (4th Thursdays each month) and look forward to reopening the food pantry!
Community Support
Care Group meets Tuesdays,12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. in the office conference room. This is a safe and welcoming space to openly share your current and ongoing concerns. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, or just need someone to listen, you’re not alone. Sometimes simply speaking your heart in a nonjudgmental group can be deeply healing.
NA meets at Pilgrim Church on Thursdays at 7:00 p.m.
TOPS meets on Fridays at 9:00 a.m. Taking Off Pounds Sensibly, weight loss support group.
Missions supports our local community as well as offering financial support beyond Port Charlotte.
Women’s Fellowship
The women of the church are invited to share a luncheon together at Anna Maria’s Oyster Bar in North Port on Thursday, July 17. Carpool will leave the church parking lot at 11:00 a.m. All women are invited to attend and feel free to bring a guest to enjoy a seafood lunch. Chances are, there will be a shopping stop at Hobby Lobby on the trip home.
This small group is a wonderful environment to make new friends, serve the church in special projects, and explore our community.
Joyful Noise Learning Center
Since 2004, Joyful Noise Learning Center has been a ministry of Pilgrim Church. We believe childhood is precious. In a world where children are often forced to grow up too soon we offer a community of gentleness and safety where Christian values of kindness, honestly, and respect of God and others are taught with loving care.
News & Notes
July 2025
- All are welcome at Sunday worship at 9:00 a.m. in the Community Center Goodell Room. This month Pastor Merci continues with her series on the Book of Mark.
- Care Group meets every Tuesday, 12 noon – 1:30 p.m.
Looking for a place to talk, connect, and be encouraged? Let’s walk this journey together.
- Wednesdays | 10:00 a.m. Join us in prayer — wherever you are! To join, simply call Jacque. Let’s stay connected in faith and lift one another up in prayer, even from a distance. All are invited.
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Ways to Give
- Mailing in your gift to the Church Office: Pilgrim Church, 24515 Rampart Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33980
- Creating an Automatic Withdrawal: Call the Church Office, 941-629-2633, to speak with our Financial Secretary, Rose, to arrange for automatic withdrawal from your bank account.
- Bill Pay through your banking app: You can set up an automatic “payment” to Pilgrim Church through your bank, with an automatic giving option according to your normal giving calendar.
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Let’s Worship and Serve Christ Together!
Join us for worship. Stop by to make an appointment with Pastor John and enjoy a tour of our campus. Take part in one of our ministry areas.
Contact Us
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Beyond Pilgrim Church
No matter who you are, or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here!