FAQs
Is SouthBrook affiliated with a particular religious denomination?
Is there a membership at SouthBrook?
What is available at SouthBrook for my children?
How does SouthBrook handle communion?
What is SouthBrook’s position on baptism?
How is SouthBrook financially supported?
Is SouthBrook affiliated with a particular religious denomination?
SouthBrook is a non–denominational Christian church. We are loosely connected with other free churches, but we operate independently and are supported by the gifts and resources of the people who go to SouthBrook.
Is there a membership at SouthBrook?
While we do not have a membership at SouthBrook, we do ask people who attend to commit to an annual covenant. Covenants are used throughout the Old and New Testament to demonstrate a deep commitment between God and His people. We are all joining a bigger story being played out between God and people, and we believe there are things we ought to do to play our part. We ask Christ–followers to commit to practicing spiritual disciplines, to commit to serving the church and the world, and to give generously towards the casues of the kingdom of heaven. Our Q&A form will help to answer any questions you may have regarding the Covenant. If you attend regularly and consider this your church home; if you are connected via a group or other growing relationship; and, if you support the church with your time, talent, and treasures—we consider you to be a part of the SouthBrook community!
What is available at SouthBrook for my children?
SouthBrook Kids is for children “just born” through fourth grade and meets during our regular weekend service times. Kids are assigned to rooms by age or grade and enjoy a fun, high–energy service with age appropriate messages and activities. Upon arrival, stop by the SouthBrook Kids Welcome Counter. One of our volunteers will be happy to register your child and show you to his or her room.
epic is our student ministry and is organized by grades as follows:
epic 56 (Grades 5 & 6) meets on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. and Sunday at 11:15 a.m.
epic Middle School (Grades 7 & 8) meets on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. and Sunday at 11:15 a.m. for worship, teaching, hanging out and having a blast!
epic High School (Grades 9–12) meets every Sunday evening from 7–8:30 p.m. to hang out, have a few laughs, and spend time with God. We start off with small group stuff, take a half-hour break so the kids can pick up their friends, and then regroup at 8 p.m. for an epic God experience.
How does SouthBrook handle communion?
While some churches limit communion to those who have been baptized or confirmed, SouthBrook believes that communion should be for those who truly trust Christ as Lord and Savior.
For most of our weekend services, we celebrate communion at the end of services to allow believers in Christ to come forward and share it together. This timing also allows those who have not yet accepted Christ as their Savior to leave without feeling uncomfortable about not participating in something they do not understand or necessarily embrace. Occasionally, we will pass communion during the service but for the most part, we want you to be free to make time for it at the end of the service.
There is little instruction in Scripture about the specifics of how communion should be done but we believe it is an important symbol for us to embrace and remember the core story of our faith, that Jesus gave his life for us and was ultimately victorious over death.
What is SouthBrook's position on baptism?
We believe baptism is an important outward sign of belief in Christ and shows a willingness to surrender to God’s power in our lives. It is a way of marking your life as God’s and not your own. Jesus was baptized and called His disciples to believe in Him and be baptized as a demonstration of their belief.
SouthBrook celebrates Baptism Weekend quarterly, although individuals may arrange to be baptized at any time by contacting the church office. During Baptism Weekend, people who are ready to publicly state their belief and faith in God’s grace come forward and are baptized by immersion. Prior to Baptism Weekend, we offer a class called Baptism Orientation. The class is optional and note required for baptism, but is an excellent resource for anyone looking for further explanation as to why SouthBrook celebrates baptism in the way that we do. For more information, please visit the What We Believe page.
How is SouthBrook financially supported?
Since we are not a part of a denomination, we are financially supported through the gifts and offerings of the people who attend this church. We take up a regular offering during our weekend services and we believe giving is an important step for people in their struggle with faith. Giving is a way of showing that God is ultimately the owner and ruler of this world and our lives. We do our best to allow that to happen for folks when they are ready. We encourage responsible financial stewardship and offer regular classes on biblical money management.
We also do our diligence in managing the gifts of the church and spending them responsibly. We believe in accountability with regards to finance and invite you to view our budget and our financial statements. For more information or if you are interested in supporting the SouthBrook community, please visit the Financials page.
