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What To Expect
…thank you for taking the time to view our site. We want to encourage you to visit us any time, so that we can get to know you. We have prepared the following information to tell you a little more about our worship service on Sunday morning so that you can know what to expect, and a little bit around why we do what we do. Come join us a the Circle Church, a circle open to YOU! You'll find the 'dress code' to range from casual to formal, reflecting the simple slogan 'it's not what you wear, it's just that your there.'
Worship Singing: We rejoice in the opportunity to praise God and encourage one another with song. Because we sing a cappella (without instrumental accompaniment), as the earliest Christian churches sang, we especially value the participation of everyone. You are welcome to join in or simply sit and enjoy the music. “Hymns” can be found in the red book, while “Songs” are in the smaller blue one.
Prayer: This is an opportunity for us to voice our thoughts to God. You may write prayer requests on a Fellowship Card which will be collected at the beginning of the service. One of ou Elders will present these specific requests to God during the “Pastoral Prayer.” You are welcome to reflect on the thoughts of the prayers and silently speak to God.
Lord’s Supper: This is a weekly time of remembering Christ’s death on the cross. The bread symbolizes the body of Christ and the fruit of the vine symbolizes Jesus’ blood. Participation is intended for baptized believers, but is open to anyone.
Offering: We give of our money to express honor to God and trust in his provision. Guests are not expected to make a donation.
Kid’s Time: During the preaching, children age 3 through 3rd grade may go to the basement for age-appropriate singing, learning, and crafts. Please pick up your child right after the service. If you prefer, you may keep your child with you.
Hearing God’s Word: At this time, we listen to the Bible proclaimed and explained so that we can live by God’s Word. You are invited to listen or take notes, then apply God’s truth in your life.
Response Time: After the sermon, if you would like to be baptized or prayed for by our church, you are invited to walk to the front row and speak with one of our Elders.