Services

SERVICES

SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP

We have two diverse services at First Church connecting people of differing ages, influences, and stages of faith journey. We hope you find a service to belong to but most of all, we hope that through worship you have a genuine experience of God.

All of our services feature opportunities for hearing God’s word in an engaging message from our pastors, times for prayer and thanksgiving, participating in communion and heartfelt congregational singing.

Cornerstone

Sundays – 9:15 a.m.

Cornerstone is our traditional worship highlighted by classic hymns played on pipe organ, spoken liturgies, a vibrant vocal and bell choirs, and meaningful performances by our gifted musicians. This service is a little bit formal, and a lot of fun. This is the church you grew up with and more.

SERMON SERIES

We engage the scriptures to find a relevant word from God. You can view or listen to past sermons in our message library.

Sermons

HOLY COMMUNION

We observe communion on the first Sunday of every month. All are welcome to the Lord’s table whether you are methodist or not.

PRAYERS & READINGS

We often use liturgy to give a voice to our congregation. We recite the Lord’s prayer and other important prayers throughout the church’s history.

Ignite

Sundays – 10:45 am

Ignite is our contemporary worship service led by our band covering songs by the latest worship teams and churches. This service is more relaxed, offering up extended times for prayer and reflection. This service is like the afterparty where personalities really shine through.

TESTIMONIES

We love hearing the stories of how Jesus is changing the lives of our congregation. Have a story of your own to share? Tell us about it.

CASUAL ATMOSPHERE

Our Ignite service is far less formal. Truly come as you are, and hang around after the service to connect with others or for prayer.

Chapel In The Woods

Memorial Day thru Labor Day
Sundays – 8:00 am

In the summer months, we host an 8 a.m. worship service in our outdoor chapel. Enjoy nature and hymns in this abbreviated service intended to connect you to God through creation and community.

Holiday Services

We worship according to the church calendar including Ash Wednesday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Thanksgiving Eve, and Christmas Eve. These services are vital to the rhythms of the church and worshipper connecting in particular ways along with Christians around the world.

Wesley Café

Each Sunday, we offer refreshments for the 30 minutes between our two morning Services. Dubbed Wesley Cafe, it’s a quick gathering to catch up with friends, make new ones, and sometimes learn about other ministries going on at First Church.

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Worship & Event Waiver

“The more TIME you spend and the closer in SPACE you are to any infected people the higher your risk. Interacting with more PEOPLE raises your risk, and the indoor PLACES are riskier than outdoors.” Dr. William Miller, epidemiologist at Ohio State Univ.

With the above advice in mind, this First Church Waiver will help to ensure the health & safety of all who gather for First Church events.

Are you currently experiencing, or have you recently experienced any of the following symptoms: fever of 100.4 or greater, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle aches, headache (not attributed to a chronic condition such as a migraine), new loss of taste or change in taste or smell, or any other symptoms of illness? *

Have you been confirmed positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days? *

Have you been in close contact with anyone who has been confirmed positive for COVID-19 within the past 14 days? *

Have you been in close contact with anyone who is experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 but is yet to be confirmed within the past 14 days? *

If you answered yes to any of the above questions, or if you have traveled out of the country or anywhere by air or have been in a large group setting in the last 14 days, for the protection of others, please wait 14 days before you join this group.

COVID-19 is highly contagious and is known to spread mainly from person-to-person contact. By attending group meetings at First Church of Crystal Lake, you agree to abide by the procedures established by the church to protect attendees and staff, including wearing a mask & social distancing. You agree that you voluntarily assume the risk that you and/or your family may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19 at the church and you waive any liability against the church and any other parties. You also acknowledge that for all future events/meetings that you attend, you will self-check the above questions & recommendations and follow the guidelines.

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Services

SERVICES

SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP

Cornerstone

SERMON SERIES

HOLY COMMUNION

PRAYERS & READINGS

Ignite

TESTIMONIES

CASUAL ATMOSPHERE

Chapel In The Woods

Holiday Services

Wesley Café

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Services

SERVICES

SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP

Cornerstone

SERMON SERIES

HOLY COMMUNION

PRAYERS & READINGS

Ignite

TESTIMONIES

CASUAL ATMOSPHERE

Chapel In The Woods

Holiday Services

Wesley Café