your first visit
We feel that it’s our responsibility to “clear the way” for you to come to church. And if it’s been a long time since you’ve been to church, Journey has you in mind! There’s already enough you have to think about when you’re visiting a church for the first time. We hope that getting some of this “stuff” out of the way not only encourages you to join us for church, but also helps you to connect with the hope and encouragement that God has for you. We know that your first time at a church, any church, brings up some questions like:
When are your Service Times?
We have two identical services which begin promptly at 9:00a.m. and 10:45a.m. We plan for each service to go about an hour and ten minutes.
What can I expect when I drive onto the campus?
We'll make sure that the first face you see has a smile on it. We have a parking lot team in place to ensure that your experience is a positive one from the moment you arrive. Our Guest Services team wear red polo shirts and will be at the entrance and throughout the building to assist you and help you find the place you need to be.
When should I arrive?
We suggest you arrive at Clover Hill High School (where we meet on Sunday's) about fifteen (15) minutes before our services begin. This would give you plenty of time to find a convenient parking place, check out our children’s ministry area and find the perfect seat in the performing arts center for our adult services.
What should I wear?
Our pastor wears a suit and tie ... at FUNERALS and WEDDINGS. Outside of those events you probably won't catch him in a tie and jacket. So relax and feel free to leave the tie and high heels at home. You'll find people in shorts during the summer and in jeans year round. Come dressed comfortable; that's what we do.
What do you have for my children?
We know that as a parent you need be sure that your children are in a safe and secure learning environment. And we know that your children are looking for a FUN place to learn. We’ve invested a lot to make sure that both of these goals are reached. You’ll see that in the environments your children meet in, and even more in the volunteers who work with your kids. Our children’s ministry volunteers love working with children, and it shows!
What kind of music do you have?
Our music is band driven and probably much louder than at your grandmother's church! But not to worry; we provide ear plugs for those who think it's too loud. Really. We play and sing some of today's most popular tunes. For a sample of those tunes, click here. Basically, we like to jam.
What are the messages like?
Our basic philosophy is that it should be a sin to teach people the Bible in a boring way, because God's message is way too important. Our communicators give easy-to-understand, practical messages from the Bible that will help you deal with real life issues. In other words, each week you’ll be able to use something that you’ve heard in the message. We want to help you connect with the personal hope and practical help that God gives us in the Bible.
What kind of church is this?
We are a church who loves God and loves people. We are committed to communicating the grace of God in ways that people can understand. We are an independent Christian church with no ties to any particular denomination. We’re not in competition with any other church because we’re all on the same team. We believe and teach the Bible to the best of our ability. We’re far from perfect, so if you’re looking for a perfect church just keep looking!