Decoration in Uniting Church varies from minimal to ornate. Some churches contain only the basic furniture and a wooden cross while others many stained glass windows and some have decorative writing with a verse of the psalm or the ten commandments. Prayer Prayer takes a variety of forms in the Uniting church and are not proscribed by any body or book. They range from the formal to the informal depending on the size and style of the congregation. Extemporary prayer has been important to many from the previous traditions, especially Methodists.
Most services usually begin with prayer of adoration and confession.
This can be lead by the president, said collectively or have a congregational response. After the preaching of the word prayers of intercession are said. These are usually lead by one person but can include people and situations which the congregation has mentioned during the service, or a response. Preaching is considered to be a very important part of the service for most Uniting church congregations. It is seen by many as the Word of God to God's people in the particular time and place they find themselves.