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Worship Times
FAQ
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Prepared Future
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Vision
Worship
Children
Students
Adults
Young Adults
Sunday Experience
Ministries
Vision
01
Why are we moving into the main sanctuary?
02
Why is this move happening now?
03
What is the long-term vision for EC in the main sanctuary?
04
Who is the lead pastor of Sarang EC?
05
Is this move primarily about accommodating growth, or are there other reasons?
06
Is this a permanent move, or could we relocate again?
07
Will our worship services remain entirely in English?
08
Is there a plan eventually to combine the English and Korean congregations?
09
Will the Korean and English congregations actually interact more, or just pass each other in the hallway?
10
Will EC still have the freedom to develop its own ministries, outreach initiatives, and community?
11
How will our relationship with the Korean-speaking congregation change?
12
Will EC have a voice in decisions that affect its ministry?
13
Does moving into the main sanctuary mean EC matters more, or that it’s being absorbed?
14
What aspects of EC’s current ministry culture will remain unchanged?
15
What do church leaders hope EC will look like in three to five years?
16
How can members contribute to making this transition successful?
17
What should we do if the new arrangement isn't working well?
18
How can we pray for and spiritually prepare for this new chapter?
Worship
01
Will our worship service times change?
02
Will the worship style, music, or service format change?
03
Will we continue to have the same pastors preaching?
04
Will our worship team continue leading services?
05
Will we be expected to follow the Korean congregation's worship practices?
06
Will Korean subtitles be provided for the upcoming EC 3rd service videos?
07
With the change in service times, will the order or format of worship change?
Children
01
When are the education services?
02
How will the church ensure children's safety during the transition?
Infants
03
Will there be an Infant Worship Service during the EC 3rd service, or only childcare?
Toddlers
04
What language will the Toddler ministry use during the EC 3rd service?
05
Is the curriculum the same for EC 3rd service and KC 2nd & 4th services?
06
Will the worship order and format be the same for all three services?
07
Will my child's teachers and classmates change?
08
Can my child attend both EC and KC services?
09
Will there be changes to the PTA leadership?
Kinder
10
Will Sharon Choir continue?
11
How will the worship services be conducted?
12
Will children be reassigned to different classes?
13
Will the teachers remain the same?
14
What will happen to the PTA?
Students
01
How is Sunday youth ministry structured?
02
What happens for students attending the 9:10 AM or 12:45 PM services?
03
What happens for students attending the 11 AM EC service with their families?
04
Since many youth serve in the Education Department, could there eventually be a Youth Ministry during the EC 3rd service?
05
If a 3rd-service Youth Ministry is created, will there also be small groups?
06
What discipleship training and retreat options are available to students who worship with their families during the 3rd service?
07
What should students expect during the 4th service?
Adults
01
Will Oikos groups remain the same?
02
Will small groups, Oikos, and Bible studies continue meeting in their current rooms?
03
Our current room time now overlaps with the new service times. How do we change our reservation? Can we keep using the same room at a different time?
04
Our members usually worshiped at the 2nd service and served during the 3rd. Now that time is open—can our small group meet at church during the 3rd service?
Young Adults
01
Will NEXT have their own services?
Sunday Experience
01
Where do we park?
02
Where and when do we eat?
03
Where will EC members gather for fellowship after service?
04
Will we still have a dedicated space for coffee, refreshments, and community?
05
How will church social media and YouTube channels be affected?
Ministries
01
How will the church preserve the relationships and sense of belonging we've developed?
02
How can we ensure that EC doesn't become overlooked within the larger church?
03
What is happening to the praise team?
04
Will EC continue to have its own ministry budget?
05
What opportunities will the move create for outreach, evangelism, and welcoming new families?
06
How will English congregation members communicate concerns or suggestions to church leadership?
07
I used to serve during the 2nd service and worship at the 3rd. Now that time slot is open—what should I do with it?
08
Will there be changes to the parking ministry?
09
Will there be changes to kitchen volunteer service?
