What to expect at Wombourne URC

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If you are a present or past worshipper, you will probably know what you are looking for in a church, so why not come and see if we can provide it? At the very least we hope you will find that you feel welcomed, at home, and in God’s presence.

If you are new to faith, or wondering about it, you are likely to have more questions than we can answer here – you’re very welcome to get in touch with us and we will try to try to help you with whatever you want to know.

Everyone has questions before they try something new. We’ve tried to answer some of the common things that people want to know, but if we’ve missed anything, just contact us and we’ll do our best to answer.

What is a service like?

In our Sunday morning services are lead a variety of preachers including services led by the elders and our choir.

We’re very happy for you to come along and see what worshipping here is like. If anything seems unfamiliar, feel free to ask one our welcome team, or someone sitting nearby.

How long are your services?

Our Sunday services usually last around an hour and you are invited to stay for coffee/tea/biscuits and a chat afterwards.

What is the music like?

We have a fine church organ which we use for all of our services. We sing mainly traditional Hymns from ‘Rejoice and Sing’ and ‘Mission Praise’.

Will I know what to do?

Most people find their first visit to church more informal than they expected. We’re a friendly group of people, and our services are set up so you can relax and get to know us as a church.

What about Communion?

Sharing bread and wine is an important part of our church community. It reminds us what Jesus did for us. We currently have Communion once a month. The bread and wine are served to you in your seat. Communion is served at the 10:45am service on the first Sunday of the month.

Everyone is invited to the Lord’s table – no-one is excluded but you do not need to feel pressured to participate. If you would rather not take communion, then pass the bread and wine along the row when they get to you.

What should I wear?

Please dress as you feel comfortable. Our congregation attends dressed in anything from casual to dressed-up. Take your pick!

What happens to my children during the service?

Children are welcomed at services, however we do not have many children who worship regularly with us, so we have no Sunday School to attend. Our congregation cherishes the opportunity to have children in the service and are very friendly and welcoming. We have created a space for the children in church to create and have a place to play called the ‘Prayground’.

We also have a monthly Messy Church for families of primary aged children. For more information please click here.

Do I have to give money to the collection?

Absolutely not. Please feel free to just pass the basket on if you wish.

Many church members and regular attenders support the work of the church through cash donations, standing orders, or using envelopes that allow us to receive Gift Aid on donations.

What about prayer?

Prayer is at the heart of our church life, and we believe that it can really make a difference in people’s lives. It’s one of the ways we can discover that God loves and cares about everyone and is with us always.

In addition to prayer during worship (spoken or silent) -we are available after worship for anyone who asks for prayer. We do have a weekly prayer meeting (every Wednesday at 10am), which you would be most welcome to attend.

What next?

Even if it’s your first visit to church, we hope you have a great experience, and that you’ll encounter the God who is so important to all of us. We believe God offers a promise and a hope to everyone, and our aim is to make it as easy as possible for others to discover this for the first time. Sunday services are a great place to do this, but if you want to do something different, just have a chat with one of the service preachers or elders.

We have some great opportunities. There is a range of social activities and coffee mornings.

Please remember, if you have any other questions, feel free to contact us or just ask someone when you arrive. There’s always a welcome team on the door if you’re not sure who to ask.

Do come and visit. We’ll be pleased to welcome you.