What are your gatherings like?

First, we must understand church is not a building, a Sunday school class, or a service time. According to scripture, a church gathering is a group of people coming together in Christ and the people are the church. Jesus shows us in Matthew 18 that a gathering can be as little as two people together.

What happens when I visit?

The service usually involves the singing of hymns, reading of scripture verses and possibly a psalm. If the church follows a lectionary, the sermon will often be about the scripture lections assigned to that day. Eucharistic churches have usually Holy Communion either every Sunday or several Sundays a month.

There are no rules as to what to bring to church, other than your self, an open heart and mind. Some bring a bible, if you’re going to engage in bible study.

If you want to know how to dress for church, something modest and comfortable should be fine. Generally, graphic tees that show off sports team logos or bands should never be worn to church. Solid-colored tops are fine, and even something with a pattern should be OK to wear.

Can I invite people to come with?

Ask your friends if they have a place to worship the Savior and invite them to come worship with you, especially at times like Christmas and Easter. If they aren’t Christians, ask them if they’d like to learn more about Jesus Christ and invite them to experience a Christian worship service with you. Remember to show the same respect for their beliefs that you hope they will give yours.

What if we didn't answer your question?

There are many questions Christians are asked that the individual Christian is unable to answer. It happens all the time.

Presbyterian Women - Maghera Presbyterian Church

Welcome to Presbyterian Women

Presbyterian Women is open to women of all ages and meets on the second Monday of every month at 8 p.m. in the Session Room. Our varied program includes craft nights, Bible study, games nights, demonstrations and missionary nights, but at the centre of everything is Christ. Presbyterian Women aims to encourage women to become Christ’s disciples and continue their walk with him. We usually follow a programme produced by the PW Central Committee. This year the theme of our meetings is ‘Entrusted’.

For some kids, we have the joy of working a little harder to make sure they are welcomed well. We call this our Breakthrough ministry and we seek to support neuro-diverse and special needs children. Parents and staff collaborate to find the best fit for the child. We have three different approaches:
Early Years (Ages 0-6): Inclusion model
Elementary (1st – 6th Grade): Inclusion model
Breakthrough (1st Grade – 18 years old): Sensory sensitive classroom

We believe our church is richer for these little ones and we seek to partner with Gods’ dreams and purposes for them. For more information and to notify us that your child will be joining us, please email: [email protected]