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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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