Steel Lake Presbyterian Church is a warm and caring community that gathers together in joy to worship and serve God.  We have ministries for children, youth, adults, young families and seniors including a variety of music programs, Bible studies, adult education and interest groups, as well as local and global mission opportunities eagerly awaiting your involvement and participation. 

Having been built on a strong foundation of scripture, the purposes of Steel Lake Presbyterian Church are to live as God’s people and join in God’s work in the world.  We desire to honor God with our worship and our lives, to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ in order to “make disciples of all nations”, and to reach out to the world in love as a sign and witness to the grace and goodness of God. 

In order to accomplish these goals, we strive to offer:
· A supportive, caring, nurturing environment in which all people are welcome;
· Authentic and Inspirational Worship where people are invited into the presence of God through prayer, scripture, music and the proclamation of God’s word;
· Quality Christian Education and Programs of Spiritual Nurture for all ages;
· Opportunities to join in God’s work by ministering to those outside of our immediate church setting through various ministries, mission trips and service projects.

We are committed to Jesus Christ, the Good News of God’s grace, and the mission of God’s church.  We want to know Christ’s risen power and presence among us.  And we believe God calls each of us to further the work and ministry of God’s kingdom to the best of our abilities. 

All are welcome!

 

BEFORE WORSHIP
Prior to worship you can expect to be greeted warmly at the door by one of our greeters.  They will answer any questions you might have (including those about the location of the nursery, family room, or restrooms as well as where you can find the "busy bags" for children). 

As you enter the narthex, you will notice that there are two ushers standing at the main doors of the sanctuary ready to hand you a worship bulletin and answer any further questions you might have.  Feel free to enter the sanctuary and find a seat.  You are welcome to sit wherever you are comfortable. 

Gentle music will be playing and people are encouraged to prepare themselves quietly for worship.  This is a time to remind ourselves that none of us are spectators in worship; all of us have a role to play with God as our audience - who receives our prayers, praise and glory.  During this time of preparation, it is better to hold conversations out in the narthex so as not to disturb those who are preparing for worship. 

You will know that worship is about to begin when the pastor or other worship leader greets the congregation with the words "The Lord be with you." The congregation appropriately responds by saying "And also with you." After a couple of announcements are made, and the friendship pads (where we record our names and other information) are passed, the worship leader will ask people once again to prepare their hearts for worship as they listen to the prelude (instrumental music played either on the organ or piano). 

Presbyterian Worship traditional has four movements: Gathering, Listening, Responding, and Sending.