At Living Hope Restoration Branch, we're always excited to welcome new visitors. We hope you'll join us for a service, and we want to make your visit as comfortable as possible. Here's what you can expect when you come to either our 9:00 a.m. Sunday School service or 10:30 a.m. Worship service.
Our church is located at 2425-1/2 S. Crysler Ave., in Independence, Missouri. Parking is located about 100 yards from the road, in front of our sanctuary. If you have mobility restrictions, feel free to use one of the spots closest to the door, as they are set up for handicap parking.
Just look for the sign shown in the attached picture. This sign is close to Crysler Ave. (From 23rd St go 0.3mi south on Crysler Ave. From 35th St go 1.2 miles north on Crysler Ave.)
Services are in the gymnasium that was formerly Hope Christian School.
Please don't worry about what you'll wear to church, for we truly believe people should come to God as they are. You don't need to dress up to get his approval--that comes through Jesus' sacrifice. Once you walk in the doors, you'll see that the congregation has all types of people in all kinds of dress. While a few people in the church wear ties, others like to remind them that Jesus never wore a tie.
When you walk in, find one of our greeters and introduce yourself. They're usually stationed at the doors and Welcome Desk, and they'll show you where everything is. They'll help you find the nursery and Sunday school rooms if you have kids. Our greeters can also point you to the restrooms, sanctuary and fellowship area. If you have any questions about the service itself, the greeters are able to provide helpful answers.
Be sure to hang around after the service. You'll have a chance to meet our pastor and many other people in the church. We'd also love to get to know you so you're a familiar face the next time you come.
