What to Expect | Parkers Lake Baptist Church

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YOU ARE WELCOME HERE

At Parkers Lake, you will enter our doors to find a welcoming group of rescued sinners who are happy to see you.

On a typical Sunday morning, you can expect a service to last just over one hour. Our pastors provide expository sermons through the Bible and encourage the congregation to study God's Word and live out their faith in tangible expressions–to be the hands and feet of Christ in the world and in their personal, everyday lives (1 Cor 12:27).

Our worship services include a time of worship through giving back to our gracious God and benevolent Provider (Hebrews 13:16). We do not ask our guests to support the ministries of PLBC. Please simply join us for our worship gathering without feeling any pressure at all to contribute financially.

We do not have a dress code for our gatherings. You will find a blend of formal and informal attire when you visit. We welcome you as you are. God commands that we come to worship clothed in compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience, not concerning whether you are in shorts, jeans, or a suit and tie (1 Peter 5:5; Colossians 3:12).

CHILDCARE THAT CARES

Psalm 127:3 states: “Children are a heritage from the LORD.”

Because we hold the love and care of children and the ministry to their families in high regard, we offer a nursery for infants and toddlers during each service, so that their parents may worship, grow in their faith, and fellowship while feeling comfortable that their children are in a safe, loving, and healthy environment.

During Sunday School and the Sunday Morning service, a nursery is provided for infants and one year olds; two and three year olds may participate in the Sunday school and junior church classes during these times.

A private nursing area for mothers is also available.

CLASSES FOR CHILDREN

Our children's classes and nursery are separated by age and led by caring volunteers who genuinely love spending time playing alongside and teaching children. Each nursery worker and children's ministry volunteer has passed a background check and is a church member in good standing.

Feel free to ask us if you would like your children to partake in the children's classes, and one of our staff will gladly assist you!

JOIN US THIS SUNDAY!

Our greeters will be happy to assist you with any questions you may have once you arrive. But if you have a few questions you'd like to ask before visiting, please reach out to a staff member by emailing office@plbc.org or by calling (763) 473-3552 Tuesday-Fridays between 9am-2pm.

We hope to see you soon!

Worship Music at PLBC

We believe our worship is an extension of a genuine, personal relationship with Jesus Christ that seeks to exalt God's worthiness and character. We desire that our music above all else be God-focused, biblically accurate, and doctrinally rich.

Music Philosophy

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Children's Ministry

Our children's discipleship ministry is designed to minister at age appropriate levels but with the common goal of helping each student toward spiritual maturity.

Children's Ministry