Northside Baptist Church

Here are a few things that you can expect when you visit our services.

• You will be greeted at the door.
• You will receive a bulletin outlining the service, announcements, and Pastor Childs' sermons.
• We sing hymns during the church opening.  If you do not know the hymns, it is fine if you just listen.
• We take an offering, but no one is pressured to give and visitors do not need to participate if they don't want to.
• Often Pastor Childs will have a time for everyone to shake hands and meet each other, but you will not be asked to stand or do anything embarrassing.
• Children will be dismissed to Sunday School after the songs and announcements.
• Pastor Childs will speak from the Bible for about 35 minutes.
• Following the service, we serve a cup of tea.  If you have time to fellowship for a bit, we would enjoy getting to know you.

How long are the services?

• Services are all about 70 minutes in length.

What should you wear to church?

• Most of our church people wear dress clothes or nice casual clothes.  A good rule to follow is to dress to honour the Lord.

Is the church building equipped for the handicapped?

• Yes.  Our building is a government community centre.

What time should I arrive?

• Generally arriving 10 minutes before service will give you time to find seating and meet a few friendly people. 

Will I be singled out as a guest?

• As a first-time visitor you will be given a visitor card and welcomed by others but you will not be asked to say anything publicly.

Am I required to give an offering?

• No. The ministries of our church are funded by voluntary offerings.