For those of you who know me you know that I only go into a church when I absolutely have to. Weddings and funerals became absolutely the only time I would step foot into a church; sometimes even then I would wonder whether it was ok to skip the church part. I grew up Catholic and went to church twice a week 1-7th grade and then every Sunday until I was about 18. Church definitely became a boring burden. I've remained spiritual but uninterested in any type of organized religion. I'm open though and a couple of my close friends attend Crossroads church on a weekly basis. Although I got involved with mentoring and GO New Orleans through the church I had never actually been there. Every year for the Superbowl they have a large service which myself and friends decided to attend. I was completely shocked to see the inside of this place (pictured below)
The picture doesn't even come close to capturing the inside. They have several stations with free coffee and tea. They have a soft drink bar and for this service they were passing out popcorn. They have a huge day care center for the kids during the service, they have several computers for Internet usage. The auditorium the service is held in is huge as well. It had a large lower level and two levels above.
I truly enjoyed the service. It's so different from what I have come to know as church. They made it fun, they made it interactive, they made the teachings I've heard my whole life actually apply to my life in real terms. There was no kneeling, no standing, no chanting, etc. Just speaking, personal experiences and openness.
There is a place like Crossroads near my house called Seven Hills and I will be going there this Sunday. I'm excited to see what it's like.
2 comments:
Amy,
I'm so glad to hear this!! I can remember going to your communion when we were little. I thought it was so cool that you got to wear a pretty little white dress and your parents seemed so happy for you. But I do have to say, my college roommate was Catholic and she took me one time to a service. I felt so left out and lost by all the kneeling and chants. There was so much going on that I couldn't follow what the service was about in the end. When Reid and I settled in Columbus, one of the first things we needed to do was find a new church home. We are now both members at a church that neither one us went to growing up but we both LOVE! I think the main thing is if you can find a church that resonates with you and a place where Christians can gather together then that's what matters.
I'm so happy to hear that you are giving church another try. Let me know how it goes. Love you Amy!
Crossroads is such a great church from what I have heard. The main thing is though that you feel at home and can put the message to your life and live as Christian as possible. If you ever want to join us at our church you would love it. We go to Christ Church in Mason. I know this can be a drive but service starts at 11 so you would have some time to travel. lol
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