FAQ

Covid-19 Updates:

For the time being, we have adjusted our communion delivery methods and the order of service has been adjusted to best protect everyone in attendance. If you can’t make it or don’t feel safe meeting in person yet, check out our weekly livestream on our YouTube channel.

How do I get to the church?

The church is located at the intersection of Woodruff and Bell roads in Greenville, SC (directly behind Lidl). It is a quarter mile west off highway 14 on Woodruff Road or 2 miles east of I-385 on Woodruff Road. You can view a map here.

What’s the style of dress?

It’s a mix. Some people dress casually and others dress up in suits and dresses. We’re glad that no one feels compelled to follow a dress code. On average, people are dressed in “nice casual.” Don’t worry about it. We’ll just be glad to see you.

How will I be greeted?

Our people are friendly, but respectful of your privacy. We have greeters in the main lobby and serve coffee and pastries from 10:15 till worship starts at 10:45.  Really though, everyone at the church is a greeter. If you aren’t sure where something is, just ask. We are here to be helpful, available if you need us, and to make sure you know you are welcome.

How long is the worship service?

Most weeks between 60 and 70 minutes.

When does the worship service begin and end?

Begins at 10:45 am on Sunday mornings and around Noon.

What happens with the children during the worship service?

We have a staffed nursery room available for children and a parent. There is a television with our worship service playing live so Mom or Dad can stay connected and the kiddo can squirm and play. A security team member can direct you to this area. Elementary aged children are included in a majority of our worship service as we want them to experience the joy, beauty, and majesty of our time with God.

After Communion we dismiss our Elementary age students to Kid’s Church. There they worship, play, and are taught valuable Bible-based lessons more fitting than the adult-based sermons.

What kind of music is heard in the worship service?

We have what is commonly called a blended service. We still sing the beautiful traditional hymns of the church using new arrangements that keep them fresh and meaningful. We also sing many of the most popular new praise and worship songs of the contemporary church. The result is a focus on pleasing God with sincere, heartfelt worship, not promoting any one musical style.

What is the mood in the worship service?

Before and after the service, the sounds of happy people talking and greeting one another are common, and it’s not uncommon for people to stay around for a long time afterwards talking, praying, or visiting. Our services are orderly and respectful, but not overly formal. We clap after special music and laugh at the preacher’s jokes (usually… ok, rarely, but he keeps trying). We try to sing with joy in our hearts and pray with humble spirits and quiet conviction.

What happens in the worship service?

We sing songs, read scripture, listen to musical specials, pray, take up an offering, partake in a communion service, hear a message from the minister, and sometimes have drama, videos, personal testimonies, or other special features.

What is expected at offering time?

Offering plates are passed during the service. Visitors are not expected to put money in the offering plate unless it is something they want to do.

What happens during the Communion service?

A small group of men will come forward to serve a tray to those attending. Each tray has pieces of unleavened bread and individual plastic cups of grape juice stacked. If you are uncomfortable with prepared emblems, we have self-contained units with each element sealed. Everyone who claims Jesus as his or her Lord and Savior is welcome to participate with us in taking Communion. Our servers will allow each individual to take their choice of cups from the tray.  Then, eat the bread and drink the juice when you are ready. The empty cup(s) can be disposed of after services in the trash cans by the exit doors.

What should I expect from the sermon?

The sermons are normally 25 – 30 minutes long. The messages are always firmly anchored to the Bible and deal with the common issues that we all face. Sometimes the messages tackle the great questions of life such as purpose, eternity, and God’s will. At other times, the sermon will provide help with the everyday life of relationships and changing circumstances or offer hope and encouragement for those enduring turmoil, crisis, and suffering. In short, the sermons reflect that we believe the answers found in the Bible will speak to all the challenges of life and can meet all our needs.

What version of the Bible is used?

Most members use the New International Version (NIV), which is the version used for our corporate reading to begin every service. Sermons generally use the New Living Translation for its readability. The best translation is…the one you’ll read!