Visitor's Guide

We hope that when you attend church with us at the Apostolic Christian Church of Ft Lauderdale you will feel the love of Jesus extended to you. All are welcome to worship with us. If you have never worshiped in an AC Church before, you may have questions before your visit. This visitor’s guide will address how a typical service progresses and what you can expect when you visit.

Worship

Apostolic Christian services are traditional. Music consists of hymns sung in congregational four-part a cappella harmony (no instruments). Our services last about an hour and generally follow this routine:

·      Hymn singing

·      Moment of silent prayer

·      Introduction

·      Old Testament reading and reflection

·      Hymn and Prayer

·      New Testament reading

·      Sermon (about 20-30 minutes)

·      Closing thoughts, sometimes by a second minister

·      Hymn and Prayer

·      Greetings from across our national/international church body

·      Announcements and any other closing remarks

We value prayer as a precious opportunity to praise and petition God. We typically kneel during prayer for those who are able. During special services such as weddings, baptisms, and funerals the congregation may be asked to stand for prayers.

Everyone is encouraged to participate in worship through singing, engaged listening, and silent prayer throughout the service. A minister or a church member will offer spoken prayers during the service.

The King James Version Bible is used during our services. Bibles are available for use in the assembly room, but you may bring your own if you prefer.

After the service concludes, the assembly room dismisses typically from front to back. Fellowship is encouraged in the hall behind the assembly before and after each service.

Lunch

We typically have two services on Sundays with lunch served in between. Sermons and scripture readings are different at each service, so church members usually attend both. Even if you plan to attend one service, Sunday lunch is open to everyone and a wonderful opportunity to strengthen friendships or meet new people.

Attire

You do not need to wear a particular type of clothing when visiting our church. While there is no requirement, the custom of our church members is to put on the proverbial “Sunday best,” meaning that men often wear suits or a shirt and tie, and women typically wear dresses or skirts.

Children and Sunday School

We love to see and hear children in our church! If you bring a baby or toddler with you, you will find a baby room with a changing station, toys, rockers, sleeping room, nursing room, and a private bathroom for all the needs of your child.

Typically there is no childcare provided and children are welcome to sit with their grown-up in the assembly during services. Grown-ups may bring quiet toys, books, or snacks to occupy children during the service.

In our Ft. Lauderdale congregation we are pleased to say we currently have Sunday school aged children that attend regularly.  We welcome all ages from 3 years old to Senior in High School and beyond.  Children are welcomed and encouraged to attend even if it is just for the day.

Want to know more?

We hope you enjoy your time with us! If you have any additional questions about the Bible, God’s plan for salvation, or our specific church, you are always welcome to talk to one of our ministers or any believer that you meet during your visit. You may also contact us here.