Frequently Asked Questions
About Sunday Mornings at Christ United Methodist
THE REASONS WHY
• Why are we adding a second worship service and Sunday School hour?
- We have been blessed with steadily increasing Sunday worship attendance that averages over 80% capacity in the sanctuary.
- We have maxed out our space for adult Sunday School classes.
- Growing to two worship services and Sunday School hours creates room for new people as we reach out in Jesus’ name.
WORSHIP
• What is Vibe?
Vibe is the 9:30 Sunday worship celebration with music led by a praise band. Located in Sanctuary
• What is Traditions?
Traditions is the 10:50 blended worship service that will include organ, piano, choir and orchestra music. Located in Sanctuary.
• Will the same message be preached by the same pastor at both services? Yes
• Will Communion, baptisms and/or special recognitions be available at both services? Yes
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CHILDREN
• What are the times and ages for the Nursery?
9:30 – 12:00
Birth – Age 2
• What are the times and ages for Traditional Sunday School?
9:30 – 10:30
3 year olds – 5th grade
• What are the times and ages for “Praise Patch”?
10:45 – 12:00
3 year olds – 4 year olds
• What are the times and ages for “One BIG Room”?
10:45 – 12:00
Kindergarten – 5th grade
• What if my children are in the Children’s Ministry for both hours?
Three & four year olds attend traditional Sunday School at 9:30 a.m.; parents pick them up and check them into “Praise Patch” for the second hour. For Kindergartners - fifth graders, we recommend that children worship with their family for 1 hour and attend either traditional Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. or “One BIG Room” at 10:50 a.m.
• Will Children’s Worship still continue?
No. We encourage children to worship with their family for one hour and attend Sunday School either at 9:30 or 10:50.
STUDENT SUNDAY SCHOOL
• Will there be Sunday School for 7th - 12th grades at 9:30 & 10:50? Yes
• What about 6th grade Confirmation class?
Confirmation will meet at 9:30 in the Gym on April 28th and in the Fellowship Hall on April 11th & 18th.
ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL
• Will there be Sunday School for adults at 9:30 and 10:50?
Yes. Current classes have selected their preferred time slot. New classes will be formed as needed at 9:30 and Life Café’ at 10:50 will offer short-term studies with different leaders.
TRAFFIC AND PARKING
• How will the extra traffic be handled?
Traffic will be directed by Sheriff Deputies. Additional golf carts will circulate to transport people to and from the main building. Reserved parking spots for senior adults, families with small children and handicapped people have been increased.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• Where can I get information about Sunday morning activities?
Look on the website www.christunitedjxn.org and handouts are available on the north and south Great Hall tables.