We know that going to a new church for the first time can be a bit unnerving.
What do you wear? Where do you park? Will anyone greet you? What can you expect?
The list of questions you may have before coming to visit us may be long. We want to try to answer those questions so that on your first visit you feel right at home!
Our Sunday morning services start at 10 a.m. Most people arrive about 5-10 minutes early.
In our sanctuary on Sunday you will see everything from shorts or jeans to what can only be described as "Sunday Best". Wear what you feel comfortable wearing to church.
Our church is located across the street from Fairshake (Pine City's local ice cream place). We have a parking lot in the rear with entrance/exits on each side of the sanctuary.
Bibles and Hymnals are provided in each pew. Bulletins are available at each entrance. As you enter, a greeter will most likely direct you to one, but if you sneak in late or make it past the greeter without one, don't worry! Our worship is pretty easy to follow and announcements are made as to what is about to occur (such as announcing the hymn numbers).
We are a small congregation, so we know each other fairly well. We are rather informal. Any one can make an announcement or prayer request from their seat during the announcements time. It is not unusual for someone in the pew to speak with someone behind the pulpit. The congregation prays aloud and sings together. Typically, the congregation stands when singing. You can expect to be greeted and welcomed, but not singled out.
Once the service is over you are invited to stay for coffee or lemonade and cookies. Our congregation gathers in the back of the sanctuary for a short time (10-15 minutes) of fellowship and conversation. This is our chance to say hello and get to know you!
"Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God." Romans 15:7
If you don't see you question answered below, please send us an email by clicking here or call us at 607-734-8384.
We can't wait to meet you!
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