When you visit Marble Springs, you can expect a warm welcome, friendly atmosphere, genuine worship and meaningful study of God's Word. On any given Sunday, there are usually 200+ folks in attendance. From infants, children & teens, to families young and old— all age groups are well-represented and are often intermingled with one another. Some of those in attendance have wealth, while others have little, and they vary greatly in experience and background. We believe that church is much more than a place to attend. It is a family where we can grow together as fully-devoted followers of Jesus.
When you enter into the parking lot, you will see several “Reserved for Church Visitors” signs near the front main entrance. You are welcome to park in one of those spaces (or the nearby handicap spaces if applicable) and enter into the main front doors where you will be warmly greeted by someone on our Hospitality Team. From there, they will be happy to assist you and answer any questions you may have.
Sunday morning service at Marble Springs is an engaging opportunity to bring to the Lord our offering of worship while receiving from Him truth as revealed in the Scriptures. You would likely describe our music style as neither very traditional nor ultra-trendy. Our “blended” music brings together contemporary worship songs and beloved, timeless hymns, creating a worship opportunity for all generations. Led by our talented worship teach of singers and instrumentalists, our music is designed to honor God and encourage the church as we come together to worship our Savior. Having been encouraged to worship honestly before the Lord in any manner befitting Scripture, many simply do so through song, but it is not uncommon to see hands raised. The pastor will then bring an applicable message through the expository preaching of the Bible that will both encourage and challenge you in your walk with Jesus.
At Marble Springs, we embrace a relaxed, family friendly atmosphere in our rural setting. On Sunday mornings, you will see people dressed in a wide range of attire - from shorts or jeans and t-shirt to the occasional coat and tie. If you join us for Wednesday or Sunday evening activities, you'll find our dress to be pretty casual across the board. Ultimately, we believe that God is more interested in the condition of your heart than the style of your clothing. So, come in what you're comfortable wearing and you'll fit right in.
Children are important to us at Marble Springs. Our ministry is designed to help children feel comfortable while having fun and learning in a safe environment. If you're joining us for our 11am main worship service, we have a couple of options for your family.
We have nursery & preschool care for children from birth to 3 years-old. You can follow the signs to our children's wing or ask any one of our helpful volunteers who will be glad to lead the way. Children ages 4 and up will come with you and join us for worship. They will get the opportunity to sing and pray right along with us grownups. Then, just before the pastor brings the message, all children ages 4 to 8 years-old will be dismissed and led to the Chapel (right behind the sanctuary building) to go “Children's Church.” There, your child will have their own time of worship— including a message just for them. They'll have tons of fun with the other children as they learn about God's love for them and His desire for a relationship with them. Our Children's Church leaders will bring them back at the end of the service. You are also welcome to keep your children with you throughout the service. We love hear the sound of the next generation at the church. There is a Family Room for your convenience just off the foyer should you need it for wiggly or fussy littles. There, you can sit comfortably, listen to and watch the service while your young one has a little more room to move.
**Important: We prioritize the safety of your children. All of our adult volunteers undergo thorough background checks through Protect My Ministry. Children are only released to adults that parents have authorized. Have more questions? Feel free to ask!
Children and teens have their own activities on Sunday nights from 5:30-7:30pm.
Kids: Our littles will start in the Chapel with fun & energetic time of singing. We'll then head to supper for some yummy supper. After that, kids will go to small groups for a time of learning more about who Jesus is and how we can know Him better.
Youth: Our middle and high school students start their evening with supper in the Fellowship Hall where we can eat, laugh and connect with other students. Then we'll head to the Chapel to enjoy a time of worship through singing, hear a message relevant to their lives and discuss what we learned in small groups. The night will end with some recreation— might be gaga ball, 9-quare in the air, or some other crazy game Pastor James pulls out. You'll want to bring a friend and come back again and again!
As a guest, you are not expected to give any money. There will be time in the service where Marble Springs members and regular attenders will worship through giving. The biblical giving of tithes and offerings by our members is an act of thanks and worship as part of their commitment to God and the church. These gifts help Marble Springs to fulfill our mission in our community, our region, and throughout the world.