We Welcome You!
Visiting a new church can be intimidating. We hope this brief introduction will help make you feel at home and we look forward to seeing you!
What kind of people are there?
Church of the Cross reflects Hays county. You're likely to bump into a cowboy, an artist, students, business folks, a mom, single folks, a grandpa, you name it.
How should I dress?
Clothing styles vary. Some folks wear jeans and boots, others wear jackets and dresses. Wear what you like. There is no code or norm.
What happens when I get there?
Our service starts at 10 a.m. Coffee is available beginning at 9:45 a.m. Grab a cup, chat, and mill about until the service starts. We encourage you to pick up a worship bulletin and visit the Information Table. Browse the bulletin and you'll see all aspects of the service written there. If you have any questions, just ask. We're friendly folks.
What about children?
We're for them! Children are welcome throughout the service. This is a worshipping community and not an Ivy League library. We have a trained, friendly, staffed nursery for your convenience. After the service the children (3-9) are invited to attend Worship Training—a kid-friendly class to engage with and learn about the Christian faith.
What is the service like?
The worship service is a dialogue (of sorts) between the community and God. The service includes music, prayers (silent and spoken), readings from Scripture, greeting one another (friendly and brief), a sermon, an offering, Holy Communion (a celebration of an ancient meal also known as the Lord's Supper).
How long does the service last?
About 90 minutes. Sometimes a little longer on special occasions, such as Christmas Eve, Easter, and baptisms.
Am I required to do anything during the service?
No. An invitation to join in Holy Communion is given to all who are baptized and profess to believe the Christian faith. If you don't believe or are not sure, we ask you not to participate in this part of the service. We would not ask you to do anything that would compromise your conscience or authenticity.
Church of the Cross | Sunday Worship 10 a.m. San Marcos Baptist Academy | 512.268.3608
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