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On the traditional side. Some of our practices vary, while others stay the same. But the focus of our worship is always on Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God, sacrificed for the sins of the whole world. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551b0dcbe4b0e07d77d9a01a/6cb7628f-30f8-40d0-b5bf-c4d557c09e83/Envelopes+%28Black+%26+White%29.001.jpg FAQ - Am I expected to donate? No. The offerings we collect each week are used to support the work of the church in our community and around the world. We consider gifts of any size to be expressions of thanks and praise, not obligation. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551b0dcbe4b0e07d77d9a01a/f35d37f8-5136-49a3-9f37-abdaf6ee6e44/writing-table-book-open-light-wood-96451-pxhere.com.jpg FAQ - Do you offer Bible studies? Yes! There are regular studies on Sundays (10:15 am) and Tuesdays (10:30 am). These are generally geared toward older kids and adults. 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Despite it’s gory appearance, we call it good! The Chief Service (1:00 pm) follows a more common rite held at the time of Jesus’ death and includes Holy Communion. The Evening Service (6:30 pm) is a service of darkness (tenebrae) that follows Jesus’ steps to the cross, as he carried the weight of the sins of the world to pay the price for them. There is no Holy Communion at this service. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551b0dcbe4b0e07d77d9a01a/e7b34121-864e-4597-a40c-15963950f424/Easter+Sunday+2026.png Events - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551b0dcbe4b0e07d77d9a01a/2b79af25-dd30-466a-ab9f-95e73c4634cb/SJL+Book+Club+General.png Events - Make it stand out The book club meets monthly! Our read for April is The Authenticity Project by Claire Pooley. 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