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What to Expect

On Sunday mornings at Discovery, you can expect a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Wear whatever is comfortable to you — typically, our members are dressed in jeans, khakis, skirts, dresses, T-shirts, polos, button-ups, sweatpants, slacks — seriously, come as you are.

All ages worship together at Discovery. We have coloring and other items available for children to play with quietly during the service. Feel free to grab what you need at any time. And no one will mind when your child makes noise; this isn’t a disruption, but rather a true representation of God’s family worshiping together!

Pick a seat and sing along! Our worship services begin with a scriptural call to worship and a worship set which leads us into the presence of God. The lyrics will be on a screen, so no worries if you’re not familiar with the music.

Most Sundays, we hear a talk from Pastor Mary Sterenberg focusing on a passage from the Bible. From time to time there will be space for interaction about how the Holy Spirit is leading you to engage with the Living Word in the week ahead. We close the service with another song. During this song and after the service, you are welcome to head to the back of the sanctuary to receive prayer from a couple of trained prayer
servants.

Typically, we include communion — or The Lord’s Supper, or the eucharist, or whatever term you’re familiar with — the first Sunday of every month. Pastor Mary will explain how to receive the bread and juice when the time comes, but you are certainly welcome to stay in your seat while others partake. People will be coming in and out of their seats, so no one will notice if you remain.

At Discovery, we know that it doesn’t matter what you look like inside or out: there is no need to pretend or hide. God meets all people, even those who are far from perfect (and aren’t we all?).

Wherever you are on your spiritual journey, we encourage you to come. You will experience God in praise and worship and people who accept you with love and grace.

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