What to Expect
We know that coming to a new church can sometimes feel very intimidating. We want to do everything we can to help you feel at ease.
Before you come
There is nothing you need to do before you come. Please be comfortable in your dress. Our worship services are very relaxed and non-traditional. Many people attending will be wearing shorts or jeans (including some of the pastors).
When first arriving
When you arrive on our campus, please feel free to park anywhere. When you enter our building, you will be greeted by our friendly greeting team who are available to answer any questions and help you navigate around the building. Nursery is available for children age 0-3 yrs old during worship and Sunday school. There are small groups for children from ages 3 to 5th grade that provide teaching and worship that is appropriate for their age level and allows parents to enjoy the worship service. Children are dismissed about 15 minutes into the worship service. These children are signed in to Children’s ministries prior to worship beginning at a check-in station by door ‘B’ in the narthex. Children in 6th grade and up worship with adults in our sanctuary.
While you’re here
You’ll experience a worship service that is meant to enable people to connect to Christ in a real and relevant way. Our music is modern, our teaching is biblical, relevant and applicable to everyday life and our people are welcoming. We don’t expect anything from you as our guest and encourage you to touch base with a member of our greeting team with any questions you might have. Our environment is casual and we hope you are comfortable while you are here.
After the service
After worship, please feel free to grab a cup of coffee and a cookie and stay around to connect with others from the service. This is a great time to get any questions answered by our pastors that you might have.
As you leave
As mentioned before, we don’t expect anything from you. If there are questions we can answer, please feel free to contact us at any time. Our goal is that you are able to experience what a relationship with Christ is about and experience the joy of being connected with a local community of Christ-followers.
Commonly asked questions about Zion Reformed
Where are you located?
We are located near the corner of 36th Street and Canal in Grandville at 4457 36th Street.
What Should I Wear?
We’re more concerned with you as a person and your spiritual and relational needs than what you wear. Dress up or dress casually, either way you’ll fit in.
What do I do when I get inside the church?
The main doors used on Sunday are located on the North and West side of the building and are labeled as doors ‘C’ and ‘D’. When you enter the building, you will be greeted near the door and those greeters would be happy to direct you toward our sanctuary, nursery, or children’s ministry areas.
What is available for my kids?
Your children, from birth to 12th grade will be well taken care of at Zion. We offer nursery during both worship and Sunday school for children ages 0-3 yrs. For children age 3 yrs old to 5th grade we offer a wonderful worship opportunity designed just for them during church (children are dismissed about 15 minutes into the service). These children should be signed in prior to church beginning. The sign-in station can be found by door ‘B‘ in the narthex.
What Can I Expect?
You can expect a modern, friendly church that is focused on creating an environment where you can connect with Christ in a real and relevant way. Our music is contemporary, but we love to sing old hymns at times as well.
Are there other ministries?
There are many ways to serve within the church. Please contact us for more detailed information or see any of the ministry area links for additional ministry opportunities.
Is there a place where I can meet the Pastors and learn about the church?
If you would like more information regarding the church mission and ministries, please contact one of our pastors and they will be happy to talk with you about the mission and vision of the church. In addition, we offer a Discovering Zion class by request.
