Visitor Information
What should I expect when I visit?
What time should I come? We have two worship
services at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM. We have a coffee and fellowship
time in the kitchen following the first service.
What is the style of Worship at Stuts? We offer two different worship services that are a blend of traditional and contemporary styles. The Pastors speak in a way that makes the Gospel of Christ practical for our lives and in a style all can understand. We hold combined services throughout the year and for Christmas and Easter, as well as on other occasions, so that the entire congregation can worship together.
The first service is the traditional format that Stutsmanville has been using for years. Our new second service is called "Epic Adventures" which launched January 23rd, 2011 and is about moments when mind, heart and the Bible bind together in real life. Our new worship service format is designed to help us more effectively involve youth, young adults and families.
Where should I park? Parking is convenient to the
church with a main paved lot and a gravel overflow lot. Parking
is usually not a problem unless there is a special event.
What should I wear? Most people dress casually. It
is not uncommon to see people wearing jeans or shorts in
the summer. People wear what they feel most comfortable in.
Where should I go when I arrive? If you enter through
the main covered entrance you will be welcomed by our greeters
at the door. A Welcome and Information Center is located
in the Front Foyer. There is someone at the Welcome Center
who can assist you with Sunday School or nursery for your children. The main sanctuary is located through the
foyer.
What is available for my children? We have a "cry
room" for infants located off the foyer with a window to
the sanctuary and a speaker that will enable you to attend
to your baby and still see and hear the service. We have
a staffed nursery for children ages 1-3 located next to the
church office in the Fellowship Hall during both services.
The age range for the nursery is flexible depending on the
child and parents are welcome to stay in the nursery with
their child. We have a television with audio and video feed
of the service in the Nursery.
For pre-school age children (ages 3 & 4) we have Sunday School in the classroom outside the Sanctuary toward the kitchen during the 9:30AM service. For children in kindergarten
through 6th grade we have age grouped Sunday School classes
in our Fellowship Hall during the 9:30AM service and a more informal Sunday School for ages 4 and up during the 11:00AM service. Adult Sunday School classes are also offered
during the 9:30AM and 11:00AM services.
What should I do during the offering, am I expected to
give? The offering is for those who are part of the
Stuts family. As a guest, we don't expect you to contribute.
Please pass the offering and let us have a chance to give
to you on Sunday. During the second service we do not pass an offering plate, however there are offering boxes near the entrance to the sanctuary.
First Time Family
What does Stuts have for my family?
Stutsmanville Chapel has a variety of ministries for children,
youth, and adults. Feel free to browse the Ministries section
of our website for more detailed information. You can also
check the Calendar for upcoming
events.
A sampling of our programs include the following:
- Children: We offer AWANA Clubs during the school
year and Vacation Bible School during the summer.
- Youth: We have a part-time youth director who
works with our Middle School and High School Students to
coordinate and lead weekly youth group meetings, as well
as other service oriented and "fun" activities within the
church and throughout the community.
- Adults: We offer small group studies or "Life
Groups" that meet weekly in homes around the area as well
as a Men's Support Group that meets twice a week on Monday and Wednesday at the
church at 6:30pm.
There are many opportunities for fellowship and for service
within Stutsmanville Chapel and throughout the community.
We have many special events throughout the year including:
- Our "Journey to Bethlehem" program in December, is a
seven scene Christmas pageant and has been our Christmas
gift to the community for over 20 years.
- We also offer a co-ed softball league and Men's golf
fellowship in the Spring and Summer.
Current Class Offerings
Sunday Morning:
Pure Praise Bible Study: 9:30am in the lower level of the church
Fellowship Class and topical bible study: 9:30am in the lower level of the church
Discovering your Spiritual Gifts: 11:00am; 8-week class
Wednesday Evening:
AWANA: 6:00pm-7:30pm for ages 3-6th grade
Sunday Evening:
Youth Group for Middle and High School: 5:30pm; check calendar for meeting location
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