Dress
Let’s talk about how you should dress. A few people dress up, but for the most part people choose to dress down and come casual. The Bible says that when God looks at a man (or women) He judges them by what’s in their heart, not by what is on the outside. So, we here at Gateway seek to do the same. Come the way that you feel most comfortable. As long as you wear something.
Greeting
Once you walk through the front doors, you’ll be met by friendly volunteers ready to serve you or answer any questions you might have. They will help guide you to nursery area, the coffee lounge, and to the area where the service will be held. They are there for you!
Nursery Check in
Leaving your children with a stranger can be tough, that is why we have made every effort to create a safe and comfortable environment for kids at Gateway. Our Children’s Ministry team works hard so that you can focus on having a great experience in the service without having to worry about the safety or well being of your child. We take every precaution to insure that your child is in a clean and germ free environment by washing all of the toys and sanitizing often.
The Service
Sit wherever you feel comfortable. At Gateway we work hard to provide you with an exciting experience where you can connect with God. The band will lead out on worship. Their passion for God is pretty contagious, so feel free to dance, clap, sing or just stand there and meditate on the words. Either way, we want your experience to be a comfortable one. The words to the music and any Scripture used during the service will be on the projection screen for you to follow. There will be some announcements, a video or two, sometimes a special guest and maybe a few unexpected surprises. We promise you that a service at Gateway is anything but boring.
The Message (Sermon)
Each week you will hear a message from one of our pastors or elders. They are all passionate about how the Bible leads us into truth and are always giving practical Biblical wisdom that can be applied to our daily lives. Here at Gateway we seek to teach the Bible chapter by chapter, verse by verse. So, you will usually find us in the middle of a series on one of the books of the Bible. Don’t worry though, all of the messages are recorded for both video and podcast so you can catch up. We trust that these messages will help you develop a growing, vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ and give you a strong biblical foundation for your life.
Giving
You may realize at the end of the service that you didn’t see the offering plate go by. We believe that the act of giving is an act of worship, and therefore, between you and God. If you are feeling led to give, we provide Giving Boxes located on tables as you enter or exit, for you to do that at your convenience.
Connection Card
If you are visiting Gateway for the first time, we would love it if you would help us by filling out a Connection Card. This way we can get to know you better, get you the information that you are seeking about a certain ministry, or just simply pray for you or any needs that you may have.
