The Worship Center Christian Church | Frequently Asked Questions

Who do I contact if a family member or I want to be baptized?

Baptisms take place during Tuesday Night Bible Study. Please contact the receptionist at 205.451.1750 ext 206.

Who do I contact if I want my baby dedicated?

Baby and Child dedications are held generally once a month. Dedications at our South Campus (Pelham High School) are generally held on the Second Sunday following the 9:15 AM Worship Service.

Dedications at our Northeast Campus are generally held on the Saturday before the second Sunday following the 6:00 PM Saturday Night Live Worship Service in the main auditorium.

Who do I contact if I want to have a wedding at the church and to find out whether or not Pastor Moody can officiate?

Please contact the receptionist by calling 205.451.1750 ext 206 or email .

Where is overflow parking for the Northeast Location?

Overflow parking is available after 10:30am in the south end of Huffman Baptist Church parking lot.

Who do I contact if I want to rent space within The Worship Center’s facility?

Please contact the receptionist at 205.451.1750 ext 206 for a Space Request Form or click here to submit a form online.

Why do we bring God the tithe?

"Bring all the tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in My house, and try Me now in this," says the Lord of hosts, "If I will not open for you the windows of heaven and pour you out such blessings that there will not be room enough to receive it. And I will rebuke the devourer for your sakes, so that he will not destroy the fruit of your ground, nor shall the vine fail to bear fruit for you in the field," says the Lord of hosts. "And all nations will call you blessed, for you will be a delightful land." says the Lord of hosts. -Malachi 3:10-12

Why do we give God offerings?

"But this I say: He who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly; and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound toward you, that you, always having all sufficiency in all things, may have an abundance for every good work." - II Corinthians 9:6-8

Why do some people bring their offering to the altar?

The bible teaches us that giving is a form of worship. Passing the plate or bucket is a tradition and custom established by men. The Word of God is replete with examples in the Old and New Testament where individuals in a form of worship brought their tithes and offerings to the Altar of God.

– Genesis 14:18-20, Deuteronomy 26:1-4, Deuteronomy 14:22-25, 1 Corinthians 16:1-2

How long is the worship service?

90 minutes

Why do we stand while scriptures are read?

We stand to honor and reverence the Word of God. - Nehemiah 8:5

How does one become a minister at The Worship Center?

One must first set up a meeting and discuss their calling with Pastor Van and then attend and successfully pass the Ministers, Elders, and Deacons class.

Why do we use flags during praise and worship?

In Exodus 17:15, Moses built an altar and named the place Jehovah Nissi, the Lord My Banner.The flag symbolizes Jesus as our banner. Different flags have different meanings and are symbolic of praise, worship, adoration, intercession and spiritual warfare. We physically wave flags to express our love and gratitude to Christ, Our Savior. - Psalms 20:5

Why are musical instruments used in worship service?

"Praise Him with the sound of the trumpet; praise Him with the lute and harp! Praise Him with the timbrel and dance; praise Him with stringed instruments and flutes! Praise Him with loud cymbals; praise Him with clashing cymbals!" - Psalms 150:3-5

Why do we clap our hands during praise and worship?

"Oh, clap your hands, all you peoples! Shout to God with the voice of triumph!" - Psalms

Why do we praise God with our voices?

"I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth." - Psalms 34:1

Why do we lift our hands?

“Thus I will bless You while I live; I will lift up my hands in Your name." -Psalms 63:4
"Lift up your hands in the sanctuary, and bless the Lord." - Psalms 134:2

Why do we dance during praise and worship?

"Then David danced before the Lord with all his might; and David was wearing a linen ephod." - II Samuel 6:14

Why do we stand when we praise?

"Then the Levites of the children of the Kohathites and of the children of the Korahites stood up to the praise the Lord God of Israel with voices loud and high." - II Chronicles 20:19

Why is the NIV and Message Bible our translation of preference?

We use these translations because they are the most accurate English translations from the original Greek and Hebrew bible.

Why do we dress so casually for service?

We dress casually because it is not about what you wear, but what you want. God is concerned with your heart. - Mark 7:6-8 (NIV)

Why are we non-denominational?

Denominations are man-made and are not located within the Bible. They are functions of tradition and not truths. No authority, other than God, guides the means, faith or order of our church. We are committed to God’s Holy Word. - Mark 7:6-8 (NIV)

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