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| - I have to give this church 4 stars because the messages are just so amazing and enlightening! Real "Joel O'Steen quality" messages!
The worship is also quite amazing because they have really great musicians with seriously good singers. These people are like the Beyonces of the Christian music world.
I really want to give 5 stars but it's challenging to see past the lengthy introductions. When service begins at 11, the worship team sings until about maybe 11:10 or 11:15 and then either the pastor or another church member will talk for 10 minutes or so about the importance of giving. Let me explain further why this is a little bothersome to me.
While I really love the music, I think I'm still adjusting from a Catholic background, where we sing one or two Gospel hymns and then get the mass going. Here, it almost sometimes feels like I am at a concert with the jumping on stage and waving hands. I do love the energy... But sometimes I prefer an extended message rather than too much singing.
Regarding the church asking for proceeds, it's not like a full on guilt trip, but it is quite lengthy each time I go. I understand that the church needs money, which I will gladly donate, but sometimes it does get on laid on quite thick.
If you can get past those two things, which I do every Sunday because the message is so powerful and good, then you will love this church. Mind you, these are very small hindrances that mainly bother me since I'm not used to the customs. Other than that, I truly enjoy this church!
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