+ What Should I Wear?

You'll find folks dressed in everything from suits and dresses, to khakis, polos, T-shirts, and jeans. We’re not caught up in appearances. What matters to God is what's in our hearts.

+ Where should I park?

For your convenience, we have designated guest parking near the front doors.

+ Where should I enter the building?

The best entrance is the front entrance as it is nearest the Welcome Center. If you have any questions, Welcome Center volunteers will be able to help you. All entrances except the main entrance will be locked for security after services begin.

+ Is there childcare or children's classes during worship?

For infants and toddlers, we have fully staffed child-care available. For children ages 3 through fourth grade, we have Wee worship and Junior worship after communion. Wee worship and Junior worship give children a chance to learn about Jesus on their level. Safe environments are important to us.

+ Will I be contacted after my visit?

You may be asked to fill out a guest registration card. This just helps us get to know you better. Whatever information you share is totally up to you. We will not spam you or add you to a mailing list. If you choose to fill out a guest registration card, you may receive a card or email expressing our appreciation for your choice to worship with us.

+ What kind of music can I expect?

We sing without musical instruments. Guests are invited to join in, but nobody is watching or listening to evaluate your skills. Some folks know every verse of every song, while others don't know a single note. However you sound, we know God is pleased when we worship Him.

+ Is communion served?

Each Sunday, we celebrate communion, a time to remember the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus, according to scripture. During this time of reflection, the communion leader thanks God for His gift of Jesus and encourages us to examine our lives, seek God’s forgiveness for our shortcomings, and strive to become more like Him.

Those who consider themselves followers of Jesus may participate by taking a small piece of unleavened bread to remember the body of Christ and drinking a small cup of grape juice to remember the blood He shed on our behalf. No one will be watching to see whether you choose to participate.

+ Am I expected to give an offering?

Although we no longer pass a basket to collect an offering, there are multiple ways for Mandarin’s members to give in person or online. This offering is used to fund our ongoing ministries. Guests are not expected to give, but are welcome to do so.

+ What else can I expect during worship?

The minister's lesson is Bible-centered. It highlights scriptual passages, provides context, and teaches how we can apply Biblical truths to our lives. The sermon is usually supported by onscreen visuals and fill-in-the-blanks in the bulletin to reinforce learning. The sermon lasts about 30 minutes.

After the minister’s message, we have a response time where anyone can make specific prayer requests or make any other needs known. Sometimes, people respond by requesting baptism. We are a church of imperfect people, so if you need to make a request or confession, you will not find judgment, only acceptance.

+ How long does worship last?

All in all, our typical assembly lasts 60 to 70 minutes. But don’t be surprised if several of our members want to say hello once our service ends. In worship, we hope that each generation connects with God, for every generation matters to God.