For First-time Visitors
Welcome to Cross Road Church!
Cross Road Church offer Sunday services with engaging worship music.
We provide effective bible teaching to understand God's message and enjoy many other fun activities as a church family.
We welcome people of all ages and background including those who have never heard of the Bible or Christianity.
Please feel free to come and join us.
There will also be a lunch fellowship after the service. Attendance is optional, and free for first-timers.
After the service, you are free to relax, chat, and have fun.
Please join us if you have time.
We look forward to welcoming you!
FAQ and Answers
Q. I am visiting the church for the first time. Do I need to make a reservation?
A. No reservation is required. If you have any concerns, please feel free to contact us.
Q. I am not a Christian. Can I still attend the worship service?
A. Yes. Anyone is welcome to freely participate in the worship service. Please feel free to join us.
Q. Is there a fee? Do I have to give an offering? How much should I give?
A. There is no fee. During the worship service, there is a time for offering, but the offering is an expression of gratitude to God and is not mandatory. If you are not prepared, it is perfectly fine not to give an offering. There is also no set amount for the offering.
Q. What should I wear to the worship service?
A. There is no specific dress code. Please come in your everyday clothes.
Q. What do you do during worship?
A. Here is a simple outline of our church's worship service program:
- Praise and Worship
(Sing together with a full band, uniting our hearts in song)- Scripture Reading
(Read by a church member)- Message from the Pastor
(A sermon based on the Bible)- Praise and Offering
(The offering is optional)- Closing Prayer and Blessing
(Led by the pastor)- Announcements and Introduction of first-timers
A church member will guide the service, so even if you are unfamiliar with the process, you can participate with ease.
You can also get a sense of the actual atmosphere by watching our services and sermons on YouTube.
Q. Do I need to bring anything?
A. First-time visitors are welcome to come empty-handed. If you do not have a Bible, we can lend you one. Also, the bible passage for that day will be displayed on the screen.
Q. I don’t know any hymns, so I can’t sing. What should I do?
A. The songs we sing during worship at our church are often newer songs performed with a full band. If you don’t know the songs, it’s perfectly fine not to sing—just join in spirit. Additionally, the lyrics are displayed on a screen, so you can follow along easily.
Q. Is there a parking lot?
A. Yes, there is parking available on the premises. The entrance is a little narrow, so please enter slowly. On Sundays only, you can also use the parking lot in front of the church warehouse. Please clear the rope before parking.
Q. Is it okay to bring small children?
A. Yes, of course! You are welcome to bring small children. Our church values having children participate in worship together with everyone. If you prefer, there is also a separate room available where you can listen to the pastor’s message via speaker. Please feel free to let us know if you’d like to use this space. Additionally, before the worship service, we have Kids Adventure (Sunday School), so we encourage you to join us for that as well!
Q. What age group makes up most of the congregation?
A. Currently, the largest group is young families in their 30s, but we also have students and working professionals in their 20s, as well as people in their 40s and above. A wide range of generations gather here! We also have fellowship groups for building connections, so please feel free to join us!
Q. Will I be subjected to persistent solicitation?
A. No, you will not. We believe that faith should never be forced on anyone, so there will be no persistent or pushy invitations. However, if you are interested in learning more, there are opportunities for study, and you are welcome to speak with the pastor about it.
Q. Can I study the Bible?
A. Absolutely! Please join us for the Sunday Worship Celebration. When you attend, let the pastor know that you are interested in studying the Bible.
Q. Can I talk to or consult with the pastor?
A. Yes, you can. However, depending on the week, the pastor may be unavailable or unable to have a lengthy conversation, so we recommend contacting us in advance whenever possible.
If you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.
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