I'M NEW
WHAT TO EXPECT
Coming through the entrance doors, you will be greeted by a smiling face and offered a bulletin that will include a connection card, sermon notes for the day’s lesson, and the church calendar. You will be directed to the nursery if you have young ones aged 0-4 and introduced to the kid’s ministry area if you have children ages 5-10 . All teens and adults will be directed to the auditorium for the worship service (Teens are dismissed to Teen Class during the last worship song before Pastor's message).
Inside the auditorium you will be greeted by many smiling faces of helpful people wanting to make you feel right at home. You will be invited to enjoy a coffee and doughnuts before the worship service begins.
WHAT ABOUT MY KIDS?
Have kids? No worries, we've got you covered. We provide childcare from newborn to 4 years old for 10 a.m service. Children Ages 5 - 10 will enjoy Kid's Church, and youth ages 11-17 are dismissed to teen class during the last worship song before Pastor's message.
Worship
During the worship service, there will be opportunities to sing hymns and gospel songs old and new together. Our worship style is traditional. There will be a short time of announcements and an offering plate is avaiblable on the clear table in the lobby for receiving financial gifts. The offering is an opportunity for our regular attenders to give towards the operating expenses and special programs of the church. Guests are welcome to give an offering, but should not feel obligated. A Bible message will be preached and the service will conclude with a song. Worship services are about one hour long
What Should I Wear
Wear what you feel comfortable wearing to church. You will see various styles at Freedom Baptist: jeans, shorts, t-shirts, polos, buttoned shirts, suits and ties, pants, dresses etc.!
Get Involved
Want to get involved with serving at the church? Each Christian has a ministry that they are called to fulfill in their lives. Feel free to express your interests on our connection card or share them with the pastor.
FAQ
Have questions? We have the answers!
Where are you located?
We have constructed a brand new church facility at the corner of Veteran's Parkway and Fox Creek Rd. 2006 Fox Creek Rd. Bloomington, Illinois 61701
Where do I park?
You can park wherever you would like in the parking lot, but we would encourage you to enter through the front entrance doors.
Is there something for my kids?
We have childcare provided during the service for 0-4 years and Kid's Church for ages 4-12 (they begin in the service and are dismissed during the second worship song). Teenagers are invited to enjoy our Teen class and are dismissed to class during the last song before Pastor's message. Monthly activities are planned for the teenagers.
What time is service?
We have a 10AM service with childcare, Kid's Church, Teen Class and a 6PM family service.
What does a Typical Service Look Like?
During the worship service, there will be opportunities to sing hymns and gospel songs old and new. Our worship style is traditional. There will be a short time of announcements and a Bible message will be preached. The service will conclude with a song. Worship services are about one hour long. An offering plate is available on the clear table at the back of the auditorium for financial gifts. Visitors should in no way feel obligated to give an offering.
How do I Become a Member?
Make your desire for membership known on our connection card or express your desire to the pastor. We require a clear testimony of your having placed your trust in Jesus as Lord and Savior. We require that you have been baptized as a believer by immersion. If you have never been baptized by immersion and would like to be, we would be happy to organize that opportunity.
How do I get involved in serving?
We have numerous opportunities for service at Freedom Baptist. We would encourage to make your desire known on our connection card or share your interest with the pastor. You will be provided with opportunities and the necessary training if needed.
How do I join a ministry?
Ministries that are scheduled on our calendar or our regular church schedule are open to everyone. Just plan to attend. If you make your desire known on our connection card or speak to the pastor, someone will be sure to connect you with a person who can orientate you to any of our ministries.
