76537 LIFE Looking for Church Life?

Looking for Church Life?

Whether you're new to the Jarrell area, looking for your first or your tenth church, here are some thoughts on how to pursue that goal. Consider what you believe and research the doctrinal beliefs of a church you are considering for membership. Ask yourself what type of service is most comfortable; e.g., formal liturgy or informal come-as-you-are atmosphere. Do you prefer contemporary or traditional music?

Think about whether the service location and time will consistently work for you and your family. Look at the programs and/or ministries a church offers within and as outreach.

Get a good idea of the size of the church. A small church may be much more intimate and well connected, and a larger church may provide more opportunities for service, education, and missions. If you have the opportunity, speak to leaders and members in the church. Ask what drew them and keeps them in that church. Make a list of the important things you hope to experience at a church and visit at least three times. Consider whether you feel welcome, encouraged, and some measure of fellowship with people you meet.

Remember, as you look for a new church home, it's likely that no church will feel exactly the same as your old one. But also remember that the new right church for you will offer new opportunities for growth and spiritual discovery.

LOCAL CHURCHES

 Upwards Church • 1460 CR 313 Upwards.church  Wayfinder Church • 508 N. 5th St Wayfindersjarrell.church  Jarrell United Methodist Church 404 N. 1st St • JarrellUMC.org  The Potter's House • 301 W Ave H Jarrell.church

 Faith Summit Church •150 W FM487 Facebook/FaithSummitChurchJarrell  New Hope Baptist Church 1700 CR 305 NewHopeBaptistJarrell.org  Open Road Biker Church 8420 N IH-35 • Georgetown MyBikerChurch.com  First Baptist Church 110 W Avenue G • 512-746-2092

Holy Land Worship • 611 FM 487 holylandworshipcenter@yahoo.com  Pentecostal Lighthouse Church 346 Park Meadow Drive PentecostalsOfJarrell.com

 Holy Trinity Catholic Church 8626 FM 1105 HolyTrinityOfCornhill.org  Zion Lutheran Church 6001 FM 1105 • Georgetown ZionWalburg.org  St. Peter Lutheran Church 2929 FM 972 • Walburg StPeterWalburg.org  Templo de Gracia • 712 1st Street  Cursillos de Cristiandad Center 200 FM 487