What to Expect
When are your services?
We have 3 identical weekend services:
- Saturday 6pm
- Sunday at 9am & 11am
Just pick the one that is most convenient for you. Each service features excellent programs for children from birth through 5th grade. We recommend you arrive approximately 15 minutes before service so you won’t feel rushed.
About theChurch On Strayer
One church, 3 locations...
Whether you have been around church your entire life or this is your first time, theChurch has something for you. Our hope is that you will take the next step into this community. Visit us this weekend and experience theChurch for yourself.
How do I get to theChurch?
From the South, take 23 to the Salisbury Road exit and turn left. Proceed West, past Briarfield Road and Manley Road. Strayer Road is the third street on the left. Turn left on Strayer Road. theChurch is on the right.
From the North, take 23 to the Salisbury Road exit and turn right. Proceed West, past Briarfield Road and Manley Road. Strayer Road is the third street on the left. Turn left on Strayer Road. theChurch is on the right.
What can I expect on my first visit?
From the moment you pull into the parking lot, you’ll be made to feel at home. Our parking team will direct you as you enter the campus. First time guests are invited to take advantage of reserved parking near the entrance.
Then our greeters, hosts, and connectors will be ready to give directions or answer any questions you may have. If you have children, you’ll want to take advantage of our safe and secure children’s services designed just for them.
As you enter the auditorium, our ushers will welcome you and direct you to your seat. Then, sit back, relax and enjoy the service!
What is a weekend service like?
Whether it is your first time at theChurch, or you’ve been attending for years, you never know what to expect during our 75 minute service. From the moment you walk in the door, until the moment you leave, we are committed to show you how God’s word is applicable and relevant to everyday life.
Pastor Tony Scott focuses on how to apply the teachings of Jesus to our everyday lives, so we can experience God’s purpose for us. The worship wraps the weekend messages in a relevant way to prepare your heart for what God wants to do in your life.
Music / Worship
Music at theChurch exists solely “to build an atmosphere of worship which honors Jesus.” As we enter into passionate worship we live to “feel” the music. Utilizing electronic and acoustical instruments, the Worship Band creates an energetic, God-honoring sound for all to participate in. Join in, sing along with us as together we make a joyful noise to the Lord.
Where do I take my children?
You’ll find first-class programs for your children from birth-5th grade. Our nursery, located just off the main lobby offers a warm, colorful, and caring environment for your little ones.
The Preschool, located on the upper level, is an amazing place that will captivate your child’s heart and imagination, from toddlers-5 years old. Your child will experience crafts, Bible stories, music, puppet shows and group interaction.
Your children, from Kindergarten-5th grade, will be at home at KidsChurch also located on the upper level. Your girls and boys will experience church like never before, with the latest games, music and video, created to present God’s truth in fun and innovative ways. They won’t want to miss a weekend.
Do you have something for students?
Absolutely. If you’re a Jr. High or High School student, theChurch is the place to be!
Fuse for 6th, 7th, and 8th graders takes place every Wednesday night at 7pm in the student lounge. Fuse is geared for fun, fellowship, and discipleship.
MOVE is the place to be for High School students. MOVE takes place on Wednesday nights at 7pm in the auditorium. It is an intense time of music, videos, and a message that challenges and empowers youth to MOVE through their faith.
The Epic Movement is a movement of young adults [high school, college and under 30’s] which meets every 1st Sunday night of the month for an innovative, creative and powerful worship experience. We’re putting a new face to Christianity, making every effort to bring new life and meaning to living out our faith the way Jesus did.
Why Called "theChurch"?
An age-old question asks – What’s in a name? Throughout the Bible names of people and places had great significance. Bethlehem means “House of Bread.” Jerusalem means “Rain of Peace.”
Often churches assume names relevant to the culture they serve or their geographical location. Other churches choose Biblical names.
Our choice of “theChurch” best fits who we are and what we do. Church is a “verb” – we “do” church. As His people we are called out of the world into a community of Christ followers doing His works.
We are theChurch because we DO church.
