Frequently Asked Questions
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your visit with us will be more pleasant, informative, and yes, even inspiring!
Who are we and how long have we been in the area?
LCPC is a loving, caring, orthodox and biblically conservative congregation within the Presbyterian Church (USA). In order to stand against the extreme liberal positions that our denomination has taken in recent years, we have proudly aligned ourselves with the Confessing Church movement. While our church is an older one historically--- it was founded in 1847--- we are nonetheless a relatively younger congregation with the largest age group falling between the twenty-five to fifty-five year-old age category. We welcome all who seek a relationship with the Triune God, the love of the Father, the grace and truth of His Son, Jesus Christ and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit.
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What worship services do you offer?
There is a traditional worship service at 8:30 AM and a blended worship service at 11:00 AM consisting of a time of contemporary praise and worship combined with a traditional service and hymns.
Do you have to be a member of LCPC to receive communion?
No. The communion table is open to all who proclaim Jesus Christ as their Savior from sin and who seek to follow him as the Lord of their life. If you are a disciple of Jesus Christ, you are welcome to share in the bread and cup of communion with us.
When does LCPC offer communion?
Communion is celebrated the first Sunday of each month. We usually offer “regular communion” where the elements of bread and juice are passed through the congregation. Occasionally we offer “tincture communion” and believers go forward, guided by ushers, to dip the bread into the common cup.
Can I have my child baptized at LCPC?
Very possibly. Parents wanting to have their children baptized are expected to attend a one-session class with the pastor that unpacks what baptism is all about and how LCPC aims to support spiritual growth in families. Simply call the church office in order to schedule this class. Because we understand the sacrament of baptism to be a sign of entrance into the life of discipleship (Matthew 28:20), those bringing children for baptism should be members of LCPC or some other church where they can actually grow up in a life of Christian discipleship.
Can I be married at LCPC?
Contact the church office to explore the possibilities. If you are engaged, we join you in celebrating that wonderful news! While you do not have to be a member of LCPC to hold your wedding here, the pastor is however expected to coordinate and officiate at any wedding service associated with the church.
What do you do with the information I put on the “Visitors Card?”
The cards are given to Pat Bertrand, our Administrative Assistant, she gives them to Pastor Billy Younger who reviews the card and sends a letter of follow up and the names are added to the church mailing list.
How do I become a member?
If you are interested in becoming a member of LCPC please talk to Pastor Billy Younger about attending membership/confirmation classes.
Where are the church offices?
Offices are in Faith Centre, the white building located directly behind the Christian Education building. Pastor Billy Younger’s office, the Administrative Assistant, Youth office, conference/meeting rooms and reference library are housed here. LCPC’s Administrative Assistant, Pat Bertrand’s hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM and Wednesday’s 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Summer hours may vary. To meet with Pastor Billy please call the office for an appointment. The office phone number is 494-0474.
Do you have nursery/child care available during your worship service?
Yes, on the lower level of the Christian Education building there is a room for infants and adjoining that room toddlers up to three years old are cared for by trained staff.
May I keep my child/children with me during the worship service?
Yes, you may keep your child with you. Children’s bulletins are available at the entrances. A nursery is provided during the 11:00 AM service for children too young to understand the need to be quiet and still during the worship service. Older children, age 4 through 2nd grade are welcome to attend Children’s Church. These children leave the sanctuary during the hymn sung before the sermon and follow the Children’s Church leaders to Hallelujah Hall. The leaders teach a lesson from scripture along with various activities.
What training does the nursery staff need to serve in the nursery? All staff, including teen helpers, attend a child care and first aid training course given by our Parish Nurse.
Is the nursery staff reliable to take care of my child/children and can I trust the staff?
We use revolving teams of adults and teen helpers who are specifically trained and enjoy working with small children. All adult child care staff are required to follow Act 33 guidelines and submit a PA State Police Request for Criminal Record Check Form (SP4-164).
How often is the nursery cleaned? The Sexton cleans the rooms each week.
Do I need to bring snacks/drinks for my child in the nursery? Yes, each child should have there own snacks/drinks. A snack is provided for those who do not bring one.
To what age groups do you offer Christian Education?
Christian Education is very important to us. We set aside the time between our worship services, 9:45 AM until 10:45 AM. Nursery and children’s classes are on the lower level of the Education building. Three adult classes are offered quarterly: biblical, doctrinal and practical along with the Adult Bible Class that follows the International Bible Study lesson.
How do I start my child in Sunday School/Christian Education?
To start your child in Sunday School take them to the room for their grade level and the teacher will register them in the class.
How would I find my child’s Christian Education class?
Children’s education classes are located on the lower level of the education building. The doors are marked with the teachers name and the grade levels being taught. See Map
What opportunities are available my children to fellowship with those of their age group?
R.O.C.K. meets Sundays, September through June at 6:00 PM unless other events are scheduled and is for youth grades 6 – 12. Sword Runners meets once a month September though June and is open to grades 3-4-5. Sword Runners enables our young people to learn scripture by reading passages from the Bible then asks questions using a quizzing game strategy complete with buzzers. Children ages 4 through 5th Grade are welcome to join God’s Kids choir. God’s Kids meet Wednesday evenings 6:00 – 7:00 PM and offer their gifts of song during our 11:00 service. The Kids also present a play each spring and do outreach ministry. VBS takes place in the summer encouraging adults to minister to our children and their friends. Summer Skills is offered to children grades K – 5 for 6 weeks, July through August. Summer Skills helps children improve their math, reading and writing skills in a Christian atmosphere and have fun too!
What ministry opportunities are available for adults?
There are many opportunities for ministry at LCPC. All of God’s people are called to ministry and as we grow in Christ our abilities and gifts are to be used for the building up of God’s church. Teaching a Sunday School class helps us grow as we lead others. Summer replacement teachers are needed for our children’s classes. The entire church is involved in the gift to the community of The Living Nativity. It is presented every three years and takes one year to prepare. All are involved from babies to our senior adults. WOW, a Women of Worth Bible Study is available to allow women to grow in their relationships with God, their families and each other. A men’s study and a discipleship class for new believers and those who would like to now more about their life in Christ are being planned. VITAL SIGNS is a monthly study based on biblical counseling ministry under the direction of Brenda Terry-Manchester MSN, CBC. Brenda’s ministry focuses on personal/group counseling as well as workshops, seminars, and biblical studies.
Many other areas in which you may have gifts, talents or a desire to serve or be a part of are:
Tuesday Night Prayer Meeting Book Club
Sewing Group Women’s Care Group at Linda Metzger’s
God’s Kid’s (helpers) Summer Skills (helpers)
VBS [director(s), teachers, helpers, cooks, Adult Choir Nursery helpers
snack servers, craft and activity leaders/helpers] Worship Service Nursery helpers
Substitute Sound/Technology Technicians Substitute Organist/Pianist for Worship
Hospitality Meals preparer/deliverer Prayer Tree caller/substitute
Funeral Food preparers/meal servers Worship Usher
Worship Scripture Reader Worship Greeter
What music opportunities are available for my family?
Adult choir is open to those who have a desire to praise God through song. The adults meet Wednesday evenings, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM, September through June. God’s Kids choir is open to children age 4 through 5th grade and meet Wednesday evenings 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. The children also do outreach ministry and participate in a play once a year. Soloist, vocal groups and instrumentalist are encouraged to share their gifts in our worship services and other church events.
Do you have handicapped parking and are your buildings handicapped accessible?
Handicapped parking is located along Fisher Drive near the ramp to the Foyer Entrance. See Map
A handicapped ramp leads from the handicapped parking area to the Foyer entrance of the sanctuary. The Foyer Entrance to the Sanctuary can accommodate a 26” wide wheel chair. Near the parking area an elevator is available for access to the lower and upper levels of the Christian Education building and our fellowship hall. A key is necessary to operate the elevator, contact the office to have the keys available. A handicapped accessible restroom is located on the lower level of the Christian Education building.