About us
By Way of Introduction:
Because many people are reluctant to visit a church without knowing something about it, we have prepared this brief article to acquaint you with use and our services.
The Worship Is Simple And Dignified:
We truly hope that you will be impressed by the simplicity and dignity of our services
They are designed to draw you closer to God and provide an atmosphere that will allow you to worship God in Spirit and in truth. (John 4:24)
Here is a list of the items of worship, with a short explanation of each.
Singing: To many our song services will be different from that customarily practiced in many churches. No mechanical instruments of music are used.
As Christians we are commanded to sing and make melody in our heart. (Ephesians 5:19) The songs will be selected so as to stir within you a desire of obedience and spiritual enjoyment. We encourage you to sing along with us.
Teaching: The teaching service will be handled by men only speaking one at a time.
The women will remain silent, not because we think they are inferior, but because Paul forbade them to speak in (I. Corinthians 14:35).
The congregation should follow the speaker in the bible as he presents the lesson. (Acts 17:11) We feel sure you will leave greatly benefited from his instruction.
Contribution: The collection or contribution is taken only at the Lord's Day worship service! (I. Corinthians 16:1-2)
At this time each disciple gives of his means as he has been prospered and as he purposed in his heart.
The Lord's Supper: Or the communion is observed just as it was the night of our Lord's betrayal.
It is a joint participation of each disciple in the body and blood of Christ. (I. Corinthians 10:16)
The brother waiting on the table will give thanks for the bread, break a piece from it, eat, and pas it on to another until the whole assembly has broken. (Acts 20:7) He will then take the cup, give thanks, drink, and pass it on to each disciple until all have drunk from the cup.
This is the simple pattern given in the New Testament, and repeated at this congregation every first day of the week. (Mathew 26:26-28)
Prayer: The prayer will be led by a male member of the congregation and is designed to thank God for his blessings and request his continued watch and care over us.
Now that we have introduced you to our worship and its observance, perhaps you would like to know something about the people present.
The people are Christians only:
According to Acts 11:26; the disciples were called Christians first at Antioch. The confusion and division in the religious world resulted in party names and creeds.
We have not creed, but Christ, accept no book but the bible, and wear no name but Christian.
We believe that when we preach the bible only, we will be Christians only.
You will never be embarrassed:
At each service an invitation song will be sung. Those wishing to become Christians are invited to step forward and let their decision be made known.
Gospel:
One who believes in Christ (Hebrews 11:6);
Repents of his sins (Luke 13:3-5);
Confesses Christ (Romans 10:9-10);
Is baptized into Christ (Galatians 3:26-27);
is added to the church (Acts 2:47);
and by virtue of this obedience is recognized as a member of the Lord's church.
However this action is voluntary on the part of the one desiring to become a Christian.
You will never be singled out for public attention or embarrassment.
We have found the Christ
(John 1:41)
Come and See
(John 1:46)
Thanks again and we pray we are able to meet you soon!!!