Worship is something we value greatly, but approach simply as we gather week to week to learn life with Jesus. Visiting on a Sunday is an excellent way to connect with us, and to see this great, yet simple relational learning process as it unfolds.
Location
Long Bay Primary School
Ralph Eagles Pl,
Long Bay, Auckland 0630
Maps and directions here.
Time
Worship: 10:00AM
We understand that coming to a church gathering can be an uncomfortable experience for many people. Our style is relaxed and friendly and you won’t be put on the spot or asked to do something unfamiliar. There is no dress code or other entry requirement, simply come as you are and observe, or participate to the degree you are comfortable. We realise that some of our practices may be unfamiliar to you so we will try to explain as we go. Our pastor Russell, and others leading the service, would love to answer any questions you have.
The content of our service is fully based upon the Bible and centred upon the gospel, the good news about God’s work of redemption in Jesus Christ for us and for the world. We participate in songs and readings both new and old, reflecting that we are ourselves diverse and are part of the global historic Church; we pray, we listen to sermons, we participate in the sacraments, all tying into this marvelous theme of the gospel.
Other Details
- Parking – Parking is plentiful in the Long Bay Primary School car park.
- Children in Worship – We encourage families to have their children present with them in worship. Jesus said “Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.” (Mt. 19.14). It might be a bit uncommon, and counter-cultural for children to be in worship for the duration of the service in the broader church today, but we are glad for them to be present. In Scripture, when the Lord’s covenant people are gathered before him in worship, children are always present, and never removed. There is little of greater importance than learning to worship our God. Our children learn to worship, not by being absent from worship, but by being in worship. It could be stretching or uncomfortable at times for the congregation, or especially parents of squirming children. But we want to keep the big picture in view, and as a congregation, support and pray for God’s Word to take deep root in the hearts of our children, and by His Spirit, produce fruit for His glory. We do not want to merely tolerate them, or merely keep our children quiet, but to help them see and savor Jesus Christ. To aid in this, a children’s message is normally given directly to the children right before the sermon.
- Crèche – A small room (not staffed) is set up for mums or dads who need a quiet space for their little ones ages 0 to 2. Also, the back part of the meeting room has a child-friendly area where parents can feel a little more relaxed with their small children but still join in the worship.
- Coffee and Snacks – Please enjoy free coffee, tea and cold drinks before, during, and after the service.
- Watch the Service Online – For those unable to join us in person, we also live stream the service via Zoom. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8907689076 Meeting ID: 890 768 9076. After the service the sermon is available on our YouTube channel and the Sermons page.
If you are curious to further preview the flavour of our service, you might enjoy listing to a sermon here.