Frequently Asked Questions

• I’ve never been to a church service before. What should I
    expect?
  Sunday Services – music, prayers, readings from scripture
    and a sermon. Our weekly bulletin will guide you through the service,
  indicating  when the congregation joins in the service. If you are confused,
  simply stand  when the congregation stands and sit when they sit. Or ask an
  usher or one of  the people attending the service. It’s okay to just sit and
  observe, too. We  want you to feel comfortable.
  
• I’m worried that I won’t look right. What do people wear to
    church?
  Casual clothing is fine at any of the services. Men are not
    required to (and usually don’t) wear suits.  Jesus welcomed people from all
    walks of life and in all manner of dress and so do we!
  
• What is communion?
  In Holy Communion, also called the
    Eucharist, Lutherans recall the saving acts of God through Word, bread, and
    wine; and they are connected with Christ and with Christians of all times and
    places. In this sacrament we are fed with the Body and Blood of Christ. All
    baptized Christians are welcome to share in this sacrament.
  
• How many people attend a typical Sunday
    service?
  Attendance between 40 and 60 worshippers.
  
• I’m feeling a little shy about all this. I’d like to hang back and
    just check things out. Is that OK?
  Absolutely! We would suggest,
    however, that you plan to stop in at the Coffee Hour that takes place between
    the Sunday School and the service. Get to know us a little outside the worship
    service. We would love to meet you!
  
• I was raised in another Christian denomination. May I take
    communion?
  Yes. Communion is open to baptized Christians of any
    denomination. Just come up to the altar to partake. Congregants line up in the
    center aisle and come down to receive communion bread. Cups of wine or grape
    juice are offered.
  
• Can I send a prayer request?
  Yes. Prayer requests may be
    directed to the pastor or the church administrator and will be included in our
    services’ prayers.
  
• I have a toddler. Do you have a staffed nursery during worship
    services?
  Yes, we do.  Ushers can direct you to the nursery. Or if
    you prefer to have your child with you during the service, you are welcome to
  do  so. We love children and the bit of noise that accompanies them does not
  bother  us.

• Will there be an opportunity to get to know the members of the
    congregation?
  Yes. Between Sunday School and the worship service we
    partake in an Coffee Hour, a long-standing Lutheran tradition. We also meet
    after service for refreshments. It gives us a moment to meet with old and new
    First Lutheran friends. We especially encourage visitors to stop in for a cup
  of  coffee (or tea) before or after you worship with us. We’d love to meet you!