Congregationalism in America traces its roots to the Pilgrims; people who believed that every person had the freedom to interpret God's Word on an individual basis and the obligation to do so responsibly. In that tradition, the Congregational Church of Rockland is a free and independent church.

As a non-creedal church, participation in the sacraments is open to all. We believe that God wants us to find joy in life through God's work and that this joy should be reflected in our love for one another. Congregationalists share with other Protestant faiths a belief in Christ Jesus.

Each Congregational church is autonomous. There are no religious authorities in oversight of individual congregations. Each congregation is responsible for its form of worship, its property, and its financial and ministerial needs.

In Congregationalism there is a wide diversity of thought and we respect all denominations in their search for the truth. Fellowship, the arts and community service are cultivated as a means to explore and celebrate the wonder of all of God's creation.