Worship with us: Sundays at 10:30 a.m. (in person & online)
Heritage Congregational Church — Madison, WI
We gather every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. for Christ-centered worship, joyful music, and a warm community. Whether you’re joining us in person or online, you’ll find everything you need right here — livestream info, service times, directions, and ways to connect or request prayer.
Heritage Congregational Church is a freely gathered, Christ-centered community where faith, freedom, and fellowship guide our worship and service. Everyone is welcome to explore their spiritual journey, grow together, and serve Madison in love.
Join Us for Sunday Worship
Sunday Service:
10:30 a.m. – in person and online.
Join us in person:
Heritage Congregational Church
716 S. Whitney Way, Madison, WI 53711.
Madison’s west side. Free parking. Weekend bus service nearby.
See Location & Directions.
Online Livestream:
Join us on Zoom from home.
Email heritageoffice@heritagemadison.org for the weekly link.
Fellowship Hour:
Coffee and treats after worship – meet our pastors and church family.
Children:
Family-friendly service. Children are welcome in the sanctuary; quiet activities are available. Additional children’s programming is arranged as needed.
Accessibility:
Step-free entrance and wheelchair-accessible seating.
Upcoming Sermon Schedule
February 22, 2026 – “Three Buckets, The Biblical Pattern of Sin.” – Pastor Synthia Taylor
Scripture readings: Psalm 32 · Genesis 2:15–17; 3:1–7 · Matthew 4:1–11
Key Ideas: From Genesis to Revelation, Scripture shows a clear pattern to temptation, and it fits into three “buckets”: lust of the flesh (what we feed ourselves), lust of the eyes (what we consume, literally and figuratively), and pride of life (what we worship). Adam and Eve fell to it, but Jesus faced it and overcame. Come for freedom, hope, and a fresh start in God’s grace.
February 15, 2026 – “Visible Power of God” – Pastor Mitch Taylor
Scripture readings: Psalm 99 · Exodus 24:12–18 · 2 Peter 1:16–21 · Matthew 17:1–9
Key Ideas: On Transfiguration Sunday, Scripture invites us to see God’s glory and be changed by it. Moses is drawn into God’s presence, the disciples witness Jesus revealed in radiant power, and Peter reminds us we did not follow myths, but a trustworthy word. Come worship the holy God, listen for Christ’s voice, and carry His light into daily life.
Music Director & Organist: Robert Eversman
Church Holy Day Worship Schedule
Plan ahead for these special services throughout the year:
- Ash Wednesday – Online-only via Zoom
- Good Friday – Worship at 11:00 a.m. with a free lunch to follow
- Easter Sunday – Worship at 10:30 a.m.
- Christmas Eve – Worship at 4:30 p.m.
- Christmas Day – No service unless it falls on a Sunday
Annual Church Events
Join us for these beloved annual gatherings that bring our community together:
- All Saints Sunday – Observed on the first Sunday in November
- Thanksgiving Potluck – Held the Sunday before Thanksgiving, immediately after worship
Snapshots of life at Heritage—family gatherings, service projects, worship in action, and our new Whitney Way center.
Who We Are
The Heritage Congregational Church is a freely gathered community centered on Christ, bound together by covenant, and committed to faith, freedom, and fellowship. Scroll to discover our mission, our story, the people who lead us, and how to connect today.
In service to our Lord,
- We offer inspiring worship—vibrant music, thoughtful preaching, and open communion.
- We cultivate Spirit-led learning for people of all ages.
- We affirm and champion freedom of conscience for every person.
We welcome all who wish to worship and work with us, pledging to sustain one another, serve our neighbors, and grow together in Christ.
What We Teach at Heritage
At Heritage Congregational Church, we believe faith is not only something you think about — it’s something you practice. Our teaching is Jesus-centered, rooted in Scripture, and aimed at forming lives marked by prayer, endurance, compassion, and peace.
Whether you are new to church, returning after a long time, or simply curious, you are welcome here. We don’t assume you have everything figured out. We do believe God meets people honestly — in questions, in hardship, in growth, and in joy — and that the Christian life is a journey of becoming.
Teachings That Shape Our Journey
2025 - Autumn
Jesus is not an idea — He is present and active
Christian faith begins with a simple claim: God is not distant. In Jesus Christ, God comes near — fully present, fully engaged with human life. We teach the incarnation not as a seasonal theme, but as an everyday truth: God’s presence changes what we expect, how we live, and how we treat one another.
We return often to the question: What does it mean to make room for Christ today — in a home, in a heart, in a community?
Scripture shapes us — not just informs us
We take the Bible seriously, and we approach it as something that forms people. Scripture is not a collection of inspirational quotes; it is the story of God’s relationship with the world, and it tells the truth about human nature, suffering, hope, and redemption.
In teaching, we aim to connect Scripture to real life:
- how it speaks into anxiety, loss, and confusion
- how it reframes identity and purpose
- how it calls us into repentance, forgiveness, and endurance
God forms character — “fruit” matters
A major theme in our teaching is transformation. Faith is not just private belief; it produces a life. In the language of Scripture, that life is “fruit”: integrity, patience, self-control, kindness, courage, generosity, and love.
We encourage people not to spend their energy only reacting to the brokenness of the world, but to ask a better question:
What is God growing in me, right now — and what does faithful living look like today?
The goal is not moral superiority. The goal is Christlike maturity.
Tap a season above to open a longer teaching summary.
Meet the Team
Rev. Mitchell Taylor – Co-Pastor
Mitch is a gifted spiritual teacher committed to sharing the saving Gospel of Jesus Christ through love, community, and practical outreach.
Dr. Synthia Taylor – Co-Pastor
Synthia is a coach, teacher, and master connector who leads others to faith by developing community and allowing God’s power to achieve Kingdom goals.
Robert Eversman – Music Director & Organist
A Northwestern-trained musician and avid organ builder, Robert has guided Heritage’s music ministry since 2002 with creativity and joy.
Elizabeth Boros-Kazai – Administrative Assistant
Stage-manager-turned-administrator, Elizabeth keeps the office running smoothly while welcoming members and visitors alike.
An Active Community
Heritage is supported by a wider team of members and volunteers who help the church run smoothly week to week. Behind the scenes, people serve in leadership and planning roles (board and committees), care for Sunday worship and music, support children and youth learning, and coordinate practical needs around the building and community life.
Shared leadership shows up in many ways at Heritage – from worship and hospitality on Sundays, to ongoing ministries in music, education, and local and global mission support. Heritage is an active community, with many people sharing the work and care of the church in different ways.
If you’d like to get involved, the easiest first step is to join us on Sunday and stay for coffee hour, or email the church office. If you’re just looking for a place to worship and connect, you’re welcome exactly as you are.
Rev. Mitchell Taylor, Dr. Synthia Taylor, Robert Eversman, and Elizabeth Boros-Kazai are the day-to-day staff team supporting worship and the week-to-week life of Heritage.
Heritage is also carried by members and volunteers who share leadership and serve through worship, hospitality, education, and mission.
An Active Community
Heritage is supported by a wider team of members and volunteers who help the church run smoothly week to week. Behind the scenes, people serve in leadership and planning roles (board and committees), care for Sunday worship and music, support children and youth learning, and coordinate practical needs around the building and community life.
Shared leadership shows up in many ways at Heritage – from worship and hospitality on Sundays, to ongoing ministries in music, education, and local and global mission support. Heritage is an active community, with many people sharing the work and care of the church in different ways.
If you’d like to get involved, the easiest first step is to join us on Sunday and stay for coffee hour, or email the church office. If you’re just looking for a place to worship and connect, you’re welcome exactly as you are.
Our Story
In quest for freedom from a denominational hierarchy, Heritage Congregational Christian Church was born in 1968 with a storm, a rainbow, and a voluntary Church Covenant, freely adopted under the kind hospitality of a local Jewish synagogue.
After six decades of continual pilgrimage, we persist in the Congregational understanding that a church is an autonomous body of Christian believers, professing an open, lively faith—no matter what roof shelters our heads.
Heritage—A Church in Motion
1968 – Church gathered in crisis and calls Rev. Richard Pritchard as minister; first services held in a movie theater.
1971 – Moved to our first permanent meetinghouse on Segoe Road.
1991 – Moved to a new meetinghouse on Prairie Road, our home for three decades.
2023 – Moved, in the midst of covid, to a rented storefront at 716 S. Whitney Way, in the heart of Madison’s thriving West Side. This move shifts our attention from a physical property to a lively local worship, community outreach, and global mission.
Today – We worship in person, online, and everywhere God calls—affirming that our church is not a building but a family of faith.
Here we grow … Heritage Community Church breaks ground on its new Prairie Road meetinghouse under Pastor Robert E. Jones in early 1990. The “Here We Grow…” sign heralds the church’s long-range plan—first drafted in 1983—to relocate to Madison’s southwest growth zone.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I attend?
Just come as you are.
What should I wear?
Most people dress casually, but you’ll see everything from jeans to “Sunday best.”
How long is the service?
Sunday worship begins at 10:30 a.m. and ends around 11:30 a.m., followed by coffee-hour fellowship.
Can my children stay in the sanctuary?
Absolutely. Wiggles and whispers are welcome; quiet activities are available. Heritage Congregational Church is a family-friendly church in Madison.
Are youth or teen programs offered?
We pride ourselves on being a multi-age Christian learning space. We joyfully worship together and develop activities to meet the needs and talent of our youth and teens.
Are there accessibility accommodations?
Yes—step-free entry, accessible restrooms, wheelchair seating, and large-print bulletins.
Where do I park?
There are plenty of parking spaces immediately adjacent to our storefront meetinghouse.
Do you livestream services?
Yes—Please email heritageoffice@heritagemadison.org for online link.
How is communion served?
Open communion is celebrated on the first Sunday of each month; all who seek to follow Christ are welcome.
How do I meet the pastors?
Rev. Mitch and Dr. Synthia greet visitors after worship or by appointment—email heritageoffice@
Is giving expected from visitors?
We place no expectations on those who walk through our doors. Monetary gifts are welcome, but like all activities in our church, voluntary. If you wish to donate, the collection plate is on a stand to the side of our worship space; we do not pass the plate during the service.
How do I become a member?
Membership in a Congregational church is a matter of joining mutually with the other members in our specific Church Covenant. This is called “owning the Covenant.” Our covenant is posted in our worship space. You will meet with our pastors, attend one or more classes, and be welcomed during worship. Email one of our Pastors or contact Heritage Office, heritageoffice@heritagemadison.org, for further details.
Does this church conduct baptisms, weddings, and funerals?
Yes. If you need these Pastoral services, please email our office heritageoffice@heritagemadison.org.
Do you offer practical assistance like food in Madison?
Yes. Our church works through the Allied Partners Food Pantry (FindHelp.org listing). If you or a neighbor needs food, this pantry can help. For other help (rent, utilities, medical or mental health care, transportation, and more), search FindHelp.org. If you need assistance or guidance, email or call us, or speak with a pastor during Fellowship Hour after worship.
Prayers & Support
Prayer is one of the ways we care for one another at Heritage. If you are going through something hard, you do not have to carry it alone.
You Are Not Alone
At Heritage Congregational Church in Madison, we believe prayer is one of the simplest and strongest ways to receive support.
If you are carrying worry, grief, stress, illness, relationship pain, or a hard decision, you are welcome here.
Our church family cares about practical needs and spiritual needs. When you share a prayer request, you are inviting a circle of care: people who will pray, listen, and respond with compassion. If you are looking for prayer support in Madison, pastoral care, or simply a safe place to be heard, we would be honored to walk with you.
Submit a Prayer Request
If you would like prayer, you can email us anytime at:
This inbox is read by both our pastors and our prayer team. If your request is private, just say so in your message and we will treat it with care and discretion.
In your email, you can include your name (optional) and a few sentences about what you would like prayer for. If you would like someone to follow up with you, please mention that as well and include the best way to reach you.
Reach Heritage Congregational Church at 716 S. Whitney Way by exiting US-12/18 onto Whitney Way north and driving 0.7 miles—our building will be on your left.
Location & Directions
Heritage Congregational Church
716 S. Whitney Way, Madison, WI 53711
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Driving
- Drive from the Beltline (US 12/18): Exit Whitney Way north; we’re 0.7 mi on your left.
- Parking: Free lot on the south side; overflow next door at the medical clinic on Sundays.
Public Transportation (Madison Metro Bus)
- Service stops near S. Whitney Way & Odana Rd. — routes D, E, J (nearest stops: 2665, 2522, 2778).
- Trip planner (real-time): https://metromap.cityofmadison.com
- Routes & schedules: https://www.cityofmadison.com/metro/routes-schedules
- You can also plan your bus trip on Google Maps (pre-set to public-transit directions)
Contact Details
WHITNEY WAY CENTER
Heritage Congregational Church
716 S. Whitney Way
Madison, WI 53711
Office Hours:
Tuesday–Friday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. (call ahead to confirm).
Phone: (608) 509-4917
Office email: heritageoffice@heritagemadison.org
MAILING ADDRESS
Heritage Congregational Church
P.O. Box 46130
Madison, WI 53744
Heritage Congregational Church
Street Address: 716 S. Whitney Way, Madison, WI 53711
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 46130, Madison, WI 53744
Office Hours: Tuesday–Friday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Phone: (608) 509-4917
Office Email: heritageoffice@heritagemadison.org
Directions & Transit
Google Maps: 716 S. Whitney Way
From Beltline (Hwy 12/18): Exit Whitney Way north; church is 0.7 mi on the left.
Parking: Free lot; Sunday overflow next door.
Bus: Routes D, E, J; stops near S. Whitney Way & Odana Rd. (2665, 2522, 2778).
Connect With Us on Social Media
Facebook: facebook.com/heritagemadison
YouTube: youtube.com/@heritagemadison
Instagram: instagram.com/heritagemadisonwi
Share Your Experience
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Food & Local Support on findhelp.org
Our hands-on outreach: Allied Partners Food Pantry