ABOUT US

We know it can be a little unnerving to step into a new thing, especially when you’re not exactly sure about the details that matter to you. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about the church to give you a picture of what Linn Valley Community Church (LVCC) looks like week to week and hopefully address issues important to you.

Below are a few questions that individuals might have about LVCC. If we have not covered one of your questions, then be sure to contact the church office with your questions at 913-757-3019
office@linnvalleycommunitychurch.com

WHAT WILL THE WORSHIP SERVICE BE LIKE?

LVCC has always been a place where we keep it very simple. It’s relaxed but focused. We don’t need to be flashy or put on big productions for people to meet God. We believe that Jesus is enough. Here’s what you can expect during a typical worship gathering:

Singing
During the Gathering, our worship team will lead us in a number of songs. LVCC strives to balance new, original music with some of the great hymns of our faith. As we sing our focus is not ourselves or the people around us, but telling Jesus how much we love Him. So no matter what kind of voice you have, sing out with all of your heart.

Teaching
At LVCC, we believe that the Bible is God’s gift to us to show us who He is and what He’s done for us. Every week, Pastor Dave teaches straight from the Bible in a way that is helpful and challenging. If you don’t have a copy of the Bible with you, free to use one of ours found in the pews. If you don’t own your own Bible, please talk with our pastor, he has one for you to take home as our gift to you.

Prayer
One of the greatest privileges we have as followers of Jesus is being able to pray with boldness and confidence. We’ll pray together throughout our time and, if you would like to have someone pray for you, any of our deacons or the pastor would be honored to pray with you after the worship gathering – you’ll find them upfront, waiting to serve you.

Communion
Communion is something that Jesus began the night before he died as a way for his followers to remember and participate in his death on the cross. At LVCC, we celebrate communion together every month right before the message. LVCC welcomes all Christians who actively trust Jesus for salvation, who are willing to turn away from their sin to receive communion with us. Each month our deacons and greeters distribute a small bit of bread and grape juice as a way of participating in and identifying with the body and blood of Jesus.

Giving
If you are our guest, please do not feel obligated to give anything financially – please feel free to give as God leads you in one of the offering containers at the back of the sanctuary prior to or after service.

WHAT KIND OF PEOPLE MAKE UP LVCC?

What you’ll encounter when you attend LVCC is a diverse biblical community where people seek to know and love God, live in community with others and transform the world by serving our city as we think Jesus would. Practically speaking, that means the some of us are just checking out Christianity for the first time, while others have been in church their whole lives. LVCC members span all different ethnicities, ages and backgrounds. Everyone is welcome.

WHAT ABOUT MY KIDS?

LVCC is a family-friendly environment. We believe that children are a blessing from God and are a vital part of every local church. We do not offer any “children’s church” as we believe children are a part of the entire church family. Families are encouraged to worship together. We know that having kids in worship with us brings some extra “kid noise” with it – and we like it that way. We love having families with kids of all ages worshiping together with us! We do have a nursery available for children ages 4 to infants staffed by church members dedicated to keeping children safe and to communicating with parents. 

WHAT IF I’M NOT USED TO GOING TO CHURCH?

You are one of the reasons we started LVCC. LVCC wants to be a comfortable place for those who are curious about God but have never felt comfortable in church. We want LVCC to be a place where you can learn, apply and wrestle with who God is and what He wants for you. It’s okay if you don’t have it all figured out yet.

WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?

At LVCC, you’re welcome to wear whatever you’d like. Some wear ties, others wear tattoos, and we like it that way. There is no set dress code, although the attire is more on the casual side. Just be you.

CAN I INVITE MY FRIENDS?

Please do. We seek to be a welcoming environment for people who are curious about Christianity or who are seeking to belong to a community of believers.