What to Expect:
At a Sunday morning worship service:
At Living Waters Church, we feel that it's our responsibility to make it easy for you to come to church. We want you to be able to experience the great music, encouraging messages, friendly people and enjoyable atmosphere that are a part of our church. And we know that your first time at a church – any church – brings up some questions. How do I get there? What should I wear? What's available for my kids? What should I expect in church?
Here is a quick look at what you can expect from us.
What happens when I get There?
When you enter our facility, you will be greeted by one of our friendly greeters and, if this is your first time with us, you’ll be directed to the nearby Guest Services table. There you will find a brochure introducing you to the church, a free gift, and a guest book. The ushers will be glad answer any other questions you may have.
Nursery services are provided by very loving and capable caregivers for babies and toddlers.
If you have children, they will come with you into the sanctuary, and have the opportunity for a great age-appropriate time of ministry later in the service.
What’s the service like?
If you are accustomed to a lot of religious pomp and ritual in church, you will find that the atmosphere at Living Waters Church is much less formal. There is no “dress code” –wear what’s comfortable coming to church in. You won’t experience a “show” but a time of meeting with God in a comfortable, non-threatening environment.
It’s based on people participating, not coming for some kind of “performance.” People really enjoy coming and seeing their church “family” and so the atmosphere is usually buzzing just before the service.
As 10 am arrives, the worship leader will open the service with a time of musical praise, singing songs of commitment and love for God. You are free to participate in whatever manner and to whatever level you feel comfortable. You may choose to sit or stand, and you are encouraged to join in the singing as much as you’d like. Don’t know the words? We have no “hymnals” but the song lyrics are all projected on the front wall for your convenience. No one has any expectations for you to do what others do. In fact, you will discover that many in the room have their own unique expressions of worship.
We are excited about Jesus Christ and you’ll see many people expressing their enthusiasm in ways the Bible instructs. You may observe times of enthusiastic, joyful expression, clapping and singing with excitement. At other times, the congregation may be led into a quiet and attentive worship experience, with hands lifted to God in surrender. These are natural and Biblical responses to a loving and merciful Lord. Let these times be very personal for you.
After this time of worship, someone will share some brief announcements and receive an offering. As our guest you have no obligation to give, and you should feel no guilt or obligation when someone hands you our offering basket to pass down the aisle. Sometimes we will also take a few moments to greet one another informally.
After announcements, children up through Junior High are released from the sanctuary to the Hope Center for children’s ministry time with others their age.
Next, you will hear a timely, relevant message from Pastor Jack or his guest. Sometimes you will be provided sermon notes in the bulletin that go along with the message to assist you in following along. The service will close with an opportunity to respond to the message in prayer between you and the Lord.
See About Our Worship.
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