Our Mission and Vision Statement

We aspire to be a "God Centered," Inclusive Christian," "Just Peace," and "Open and Affirming" church.  We seek to broaden our understanding of God's intention for peace and wholeness (Biblical Shalom) and to become creators of "Just Peace" within ourselves and in our families, church community and beyond.  We endeavor to be a thoroughly inclusive church, all the while working together to live out our covenant commitment to be disciples of Jesus Christ.

Sunday Worship Services

Summer Worship Schedule: 7/6/08 - 8/31/08

9:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary

Regular Worship Schedule resumes 9/7/08:

8:15 a.m. Chapel Service

10:30 a.m. Intergenerational Worship in the Sanctuary
With childcare for nursery children

Please click on Worship for times and information about
Christmas, Holy Week, Easter and other Special Services.

Pastoral Staff 

Pastor:  The Rev. Carolyn U. Lambert

Interim Pastor: The Rev. Joan Mabon

Pastoral Counselor:  The Rev. Dr. Donald Hodgson

Woodfords Church has a membership of about 595.  We come from a variety of religious and political backgrounds, but our religious orientation is moderate to liberal.  Despite the size of the church, members are welcoming and encourage newcomers to participate in specific areas of church life. 

About Portland, Maine

Portland is situated on the Atlantic Coast, two hours north of Boston and minutes from all the outdoor beauty and activities that Maine has to offer.  The Greater Portland area has a population of approximately 240,000 people and boasts professional sports teams, a nationally known College of Art and Art Museum, a symphony orchestra, and a picturesque oceanfront.  There is easy access to the natural beauty of beaches, lakes, mountains and many outdoor sports opportunities.  The Old Port District provides myriad eating and shopping experiences within a quaint working waterfront, as well as ferry access to the "calendar islands" of Casco Bay.  Winter sports opportunities abound in the public skating arenas, cross-country ski trails, and wonderful downhill skiing mountains which are less than 90 minutes away.  Portland has an international jetport and nationally known hospitals, all within a comfortable 20 minute drive of all communities in the area.  The city itself is a point of arrival for a growing refugee population.  As the largest metropolitan area in Maine, Portland faces many typical urban challenges, but its people are caring, giving, and supportive of those less fortunate.