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What should I expect?	You will receive a very warm welcome and you'll probably be surprised by who you meet. Island Church is made up of people of all ages and types so you'll always be able to find someone to talk to. Before and after our service we have time to enoy coffee, pastries, and each other.
What are the services like?	At Island Church, our services are designed to help you experience God’s presence. We want you to be both encouraged and challenged by God’s presence through worship, looking at God’s Word, and loving each other. Don’t worry—we won’t put you on the spot or single you out. However, we will try to love you and encourage you first to know and then to follow Jesus. There will be a time of extended worship and singing; you’ll hear great contemporary music from a band whose members sing and play from their hearts. We receive an offering every Sunday.
How long?	Our Sunday service typically last for one and a half hours!
What should I wear?	Casual clothes are the norm at Island Church. People wear what is comfortable, usually blue jeans or khakis…even shorts during the summer. Women wear a wide variety, from jeans to casual dresses. Our Easter and Christmas services are probably the one time of the year that people choose to dress more formally.
What about my kids?	Children matter to us! Nursery care is provided for infants and toddlers. For pre-school through elementrary ages our children's ministry, Extreme 2:6 Kids, provides a great experience. Children sit with their parents at the beginning of church, then are dismissed mid-way through worship. This allows you to get the most from your experience at Island Church while your child is receiving high levels of care, attention, teaching-and fun! Middle School students meet during the sermon for their study in a group called Axis. Senior High students meet with the adults.
What is the worship style?	Our worship style is contemporary. When you attend, you'll see guitars, keyboards, bass and percussion instruments. We use contemporary music because that is the music of our day and we are trying to reach a contemporary society. You'll experience some moving renditions of favorite hymns along with the lastest choruses-as God is about the hearts of those who worship Him.
Is this a Christian church?	Island Church is a mainstream, evangelical church. Though non-traditional in style, Island Church is deeply committed to the eternal truths of the Christian faith. Our purpose is to be a Christ-centered community whose lives are transformed as we walk in grace and in obedience to God's eternal Word!
When are the services?	We have one service on Sunday mornings at 9.30am held at the Woodward Middle School at 9100 Sportsman Club Road NE, on Bainbridge Island, (Just off the Highway 305).
Where?	Here is a link to a map to make things easier.
What is this weekend's message about?	Will be provided before July 5, 2005!
Is Island Church affiliated with a denomination?	Yes. We are affiliated with the Christian and Missionary Alliance. The Pacific Northwest District of the Christian and Missionary Alliance. includes over one hundred churches in Washington and Oregon. Throughout America, the C&MA consists of approximately 2,000 churches and 300,000 worshippers. In addition, worldwide the C&MA includes over 15,000 churches with over wo million adherents. In its articles of incorporation, the objectives of the C&MA are as follows: "The Christian and Missionary Alliance is committed to world missions, stressing the fullness of Christ in personal experience, building the Church, and preaching the gospel to the ends of the earth." Why not just be an independent church? We are an independent church! Every C&MA church is completely independent. There is no denominational control or hierarchy, as there is in many other denominations. Each church is self-governed and determines its own affairs. Every C&MA church chooses its own pastor. Every C&MA church owns it own buildings and assets. Every C&MA church determines its own programs. What are the advantages of affiliating with the C&MA? It allows us to identify with other Christians around the world who are known for their commitment to the Bible. Unlike some groups, the C&MA has no man-made "creed." The Bible is our only authority. It allows our church to participate in a great missionary organization. Through the C&MA missions program, we help support missionaries in many countries around the world. It allows for accountability, and therefore safety for our church. Pastors are held accountable for their doctrinal and ethical positions. If you are interested in the Christian and Missionary Alliance, you can visit their web page at . . . .http://www.cmalliance.org