Church Picnic- Sept. 3, 2017
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Some Typical Questions Most Guests Have Before They Visit
On WeWhat is your service like? Who preaches? Is it long?
During our worship services, we sing songs that teach us about God and the Christian life. The primary focus of our services is a carefully prepared message by our pastor, David Neal. Pastor’s preaching is rooted in the Bible, God's Word. Messages are intended to encourage Christians in their walk with God by emphasizing the power of God for victorious, Christian living. We don't want our worship services to feel rushed, but we do understand that people have other obligations. Our services usually last about an hour.
What should I wear?
At FBC, we are most concerned, as Jesus is, about the condition of the inner person. External appearance, though important, is not our primary concern. Here, we seek to maintain an atmosphere that helps us to focus on Jesus Christ. As a guest, you will probably be most comfortable dressed in what may be called “business casual." However, don't worry about what you wear. We won't. We'll just be glad you came to join us.
Will I be asked to do anything?
Please be at ease! We will not ask you to participate in any of our service functions with which you are uncomfortable. You will not be asked to pray aloud, sing, etc. Although an offering plate is passed during our services for our church family to participate in as the Lord leads, no one ever expects our guests to feel any obligation to give. Our only desire is that you are as comfortable as possible as our guest and free to observe first-hand what lies at the heart of our faith in Jesus Christ.
What about my children and teens?
We have ministries for your family. For each service we have a nursery for ages 0-3 staffed with caring workers. At 9:30 A.M., we have various Sunday School classes divided up by grades. In our morning service, we also have a children's church for elementary aged children during the sermon time so they can learn about God on their level and allow you to completely focus on the sermon. On Wednesday nights at 7:00 P.M. during the school year we have "14 Club" for those in 7-12 grade.
During our worship services, we sing songs that teach us about God and the Christian life. The primary focus of our services is a carefully prepared message by our pastor, David Neal. Pastor’s preaching is rooted in the Bible, God's Word. Messages are intended to encourage Christians in their walk with God by emphasizing the power of God for victorious, Christian living. We don't want our worship services to feel rushed, but we do understand that people have other obligations. Our services usually last about an hour.
What should I wear?
At FBC, we are most concerned, as Jesus is, about the condition of the inner person. External appearance, though important, is not our primary concern. Here, we seek to maintain an atmosphere that helps us to focus on Jesus Christ. As a guest, you will probably be most comfortable dressed in what may be called “business casual." However, don't worry about what you wear. We won't. We'll just be glad you came to join us.
Will I be asked to do anything?
Please be at ease! We will not ask you to participate in any of our service functions with which you are uncomfortable. You will not be asked to pray aloud, sing, etc. Although an offering plate is passed during our services for our church family to participate in as the Lord leads, no one ever expects our guests to feel any obligation to give. Our only desire is that you are as comfortable as possible as our guest and free to observe first-hand what lies at the heart of our faith in Jesus Christ.
What about my children and teens?
We have ministries for your family. For each service we have a nursery for ages 0-3 staffed with caring workers. At 9:30 A.M., we have various Sunday School classes divided up by grades. In our morning service, we also have a children's church for elementary aged children during the sermon time so they can learn about God on their level and allow you to completely focus on the sermon. On Wednesday nights at 7:00 P.M. during the school year we have "14 Club" for those in 7-12 grade.