Come and See
Why Our Church is YOUR Church
Some FAQ's (frequently asked questions). Click on the question to read the answer.
What can I expect when I visit?
Will I fit in?
Will I have to speak during the service?
Can I bring my children?
Do you have communion each Sunday?
What happens after the service?
Click here for our Sunday schedule.
What can
I expect when I visit? Expect a warm welcome. We know it’s a little intimidating to come
into a church for the first time. Maybe you are new to the area. Maybe you’ve never been to a United Methodist
Church. Maybe you’ve never been to a church at all. Driving directions and parking information can be found here.
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Will I fit in? We will welcome you, just as you are. We are all seeking answers and guidance,
and you will be welcomed as “one of us.” Once you enter the church you will be greeted and given a bulletin
by an usher. The bulletin will provide you with everything you need to know about the service you will be experiencing. If
you are not asked (sometimes this happens), please let the usher know you are a first-time visitor!
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Will I have to speak during the service? You will not be asked to address the
congregation. At the beginning of the service all visitors are asked to raise a hand. This is done to provide
our members and friends the chance to greet you and show you first hand, the warmth and acceptance of our church family. You
will be given a visitor's packet, which will provide information about our church.
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Can I bring my children? Kids are welcome, wiggles and all. Your entire
family is welcome at Franconia, and regardless of their ages, all may participate in all aspects of our service. For your
convenience, we do have a staffed nursery during Sunday school and worship services, but
infants and toddlers are also welcome to stay in church if their parents prefer that.
During
children’s time all children are asked to come to the front of the church to hear
a special message for them from the Pastor. After children’s time children ages 3
through 2nd grade will be invited to attend either Cherub’s or Children’s
Church. The children will remain there through the rest of the main worship service. Parents of first-time Cherub or Children’s
Church attendees are asked to accompany their children so they may be registered. You may then return to the worship service
via the stairs from the stage room (just ask if you need help in returning to our sanctuary). It is important for you to know
that we take the care of your little ones seriously. Franconia's child safety policy (click here to download file)
is in place for all functions involving our children.
For your convenience, here is a page of all current programming and opportunities for Franconia's children.
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Do you have communion each Sunday? Only the first Sunday of each month is communion
Sunday. The United Methodist Church welcomes all (non-members, visitors, and children) to the Lord’s Table. Please come
forward at the direction of the ushers to receive the bread and the cup. Additional instructions will be printed in the bulletin
or announced as necessary.
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What
happens after the service? When the service is over, many folks enjoy conversation and refreshments in Cokesbury
Hall (a room adjoining the sanctuary). We hope you will join us!
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