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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Sunday service should I attend?
Choose between a smaller, more informal worship service at 8:15 a.m. and a more traditional service at 10:15 a.m.

What should I wear?
The choice is yours - you'll find congregation members in a range of clothing styles - from jeans and khakis to skirts and suits.

Can I bring my young children to the worship service?
Yes! Your children are welcome to be with you during the worship service, or you can choose to have them cared for by our professionally trained nursery staff (for children ages birth to 5 years). After the children’s message at the beginning of the 10:15 worship service, the 3-8 year olds are invited to go with our volunteers for Children’s Church activities in the fellowship hall.

Will communion be celebrated?
As Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) followers, we celebrate communion each Sunday. All who are believers are welcome as guests of our Lord Jesus to participate in the Communion Table.

If illness or special needs keep you from receiving Communion during a worship service, please contact the church and an elder will be happy to bring Communion to you at your home or place of care.

Are there Sunday School classes?
We offer Sunday School classes for all ages at 9:00 each Sunday morning.

Are there devices available to aid people who are hearing or visually impaired?
Yes, you may ask for a hearing device or large print hymnals at the sound desk just inside the sanctuary doors.

Is the church handicapped accessible?
Yes. There are no stairs in the building, and you are welcome to be let off at the overhang at the front doors. Wheelchairs and walkers are available for use in the entryway. The bathrooms are also accessible.

How does your church baptize? What if I was baptized as an infant?
We baptize by immersion, but there is no requirement for re-baptism in our denomination. If you have been baptized in another denomination, we welcome you into our congregation as a baptized member of the body of Christ.

We encourage our young people to be baptized after making a confession of faith around age 10-12. Adults who have not been baptized can indicate a desire for baptism by contacting the pastor. Babies and young children are dedicated at special services throughout the year. The dedication is a pledge between the congregation and the parents to raise their child in a Christian environment.

What does your church believe?
The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) is the oldest and largest Protestant denomination founded in the United States. We believe that the New Testament of the Bible, particularly the life and teaching of Jesus, form the basis of our Christian faith. We respect diversity of thought but have always been Bible-based. Every Sunday our worship service is developed around a particular scripture text. We look at what it says to us individually and to our congregation as a whole.

Do you have music opportunities for a variety of ages and music styles?
Yes, we have a chancel choir and children’s choirs for a variety of ages. We also have a bell choir. We are always looking to add more singing and instrumental groups. If you like to sing or play and instrument, we’d love to have your talents.

What if I want to be involved in service in the community or beyond?
We have a great number of outreach activities that occur throughout the year.

What kinds of social or study groups do you have?
We have monthly noon potlucks with study at the church, Bible study both during the week and in adult Sunday School classes, and a number of men and women's fellowship and special interest groups. Learn more about ways you can get involved.

2890 1st Ave S | Altoona, IA 50009 | 515-967-4382 | altoonadcc@msn.com
Christian Church
(Disciples of Christ)