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What to Expect When My Child Comes to Church at Northwest

We’re so glad you’re here! Here’s what you can expect for your child during your visit:

• Welcome at the Door: You and your child will be warmly welcomed as you arrive.

• During Worship Service:

  • Activity pages and quiet activities are available on tables at the back of the auditorium to help keep children engaged during the service.

  • Children ages 2 years old through 4th grade will be dismissed partway through the worship service to attend Faith City Worship.

  • Parents are encouraged to walk their child out of the auditorium where our Children’s Minister will be there to collect parent and child information for a safe and smooth experience.

• Nursery: An unattended nursery is available for infants and toddlers on the left side as you enter the building. Feel free to use it at any time during the service.

• After Worship Service:

  • If you're not staying for Bible class, you can pick your child up from the Faith City hallway after worship.

  • If you plan to stay, Bible classes for all ages—including infants—from 11:00 to 11:45 a.m. in our classroom buildings.

You can find out more about Faith City by clicking here.

The Churches of Christ can be traced back to the Restoration Movement, a period in American religious history marked by Christians from various denominations aspiring to revive the model of the church depicted in the New Testament.

As an independent congregation, we operate autonomously and are not bound by any external creed or council. Consequently, our practices may differ from those of other Churches of Christ you may have encountered. Nevertheless, we identify ourselves as contributors to the broader movement dedicated to restoring Christianity to the design established by Christ.

The challenges we encounter in this endeavor often revolve around embodying the type of church that aligns with Christ's vision, rather than merely adhering to specific rituals or practices. While we believe we are continually making strides, we acknowledge that we have not fully reached our goal, which is why we characterize it as an ongoing "movement."

All Churches of Christ are autonomous. That means they're often different from one another. Here we encourage women to participate in our Sunday morning worship gathering in a few ways you might not be used to: women often read scripture and lead prayer. We're so glad our men and women want to play a part in serving our congregation, and our desire is to empower them in whatever ways please and glorify God. If you'd like to hear more about our thoughts on this, check out our series studying this.

We engage in acapella singing, meaning we worship without instrumental accompaniment. This practice traces back to the earliest Christians who worshiped in this manner, a tradition supported by the New Testament's emphasis on vocal worship.

While we respect those who incorporate instruments into their worship, we find profound beauty in the simplicity and heightened participation fostered by acapella music. It aligns with our desire to honor the historical roots of Christian worship.

For those new to the faith or hesitant about singing, there's absolutely no pressure. Feel free to simply listen and take your time becoming comfortable with this aspect of our worship. Your presence is valued, and we welcome everyone to engage with our community in a way that feels right for them.

According to scripture, communion, also known as "the Lord's Supper," serves as a memorial for those who have entered into a covenant relationship with God. It is a special time dedicated to reflecting on the sacrifice of Jesus, rejoicing in the rescue and forgiveness it has brought into our lives, and reaffirming our commitment to our relationship with God. Additionally, communion is a moment of celebration, emphasizing our unity and connection as fellow followers of Jesus.

Keeping these meaningful aspects in mind, if you feel it resonates with you to partake in communion, you are more than welcome to do so. It's a shared experience that symbolizes our shared faith and commitment to our spiritual journey together.