Worship begins at 10 a.m. with joyful, energetic praise, followed by a general greeting and reading of announcements and Apostles' Creed. The members then participate in offering (if you are visting for the first time, please feel free to let the offering plate pass you by!). After the offering prayer, Pastor Sang delivers God's Word in all its variety, revelation and application. We close the service with a hymn and the Lord's Prayer.
Feed Your Soul; Feed Your Body
After worship, around 11 a.m. we head downstairs for a hot, hearty meal and warm fellowship. Our lunch ends around 11:45 and then Bible study begins around that time and ends around 12:30. We encourage you to attend the studying God's Word which is typically accompanied by a handout, group study and a concluding application.
Going Deeper
Recent Bible studies have focused on various topics like faith, temptation, fear, need and a variety of other topics. Our attendance is typically around 20 persons. In order to encourage group study, several tables are set up to discuss, share and enjoy.
New Believers Class
Pastor Sang is happy to start a new believers or Christianity 101 class for those who are new in the faith. Currently seeking participants!
Small Groups Redefined will begin later in the fall around November. We do small group with a very clear beginning, middle and end. Thus, our next small group(s) will last about 4 to 6 weeks with participation encouraged for every meeting. Then, a break will ensue for the holidays and will resume in early spring 2011.
Something for Everyone
When Bible Study ends, the Korean service is usually ending and the kids are out of Sunday School. Depending on your family and your language preferences, there is something for everyone! You can all go home together with lunch out of the way and your hearts full of the joy of the Lord! Or, you can stay and shoot a few hoops in our gym.
“Whatever you give is acceptable if you give it eagerly,” -2 Corinthians 8:12, NLT
When you visit Living Water Ministry for the first time, we tell you not give any money at the offering time. No pressure. No bright shiny offering plates. Just an offering bag that is passed discreetly through the rows while the praise team sings.
Giving 10% of your finances (tithing) has been a controversial issue in the church; however, the Bible makes it clear that it is one of the greatest acts of obedience a Christian can practice. So, give generously, but whatever you give make sure it comes from a thankful and obedient heart. It’s an act of faith, and not just an expected action.
At Living Water Ministry, that means to give with your heart
What about my kids? What about my parents?
Hanbit Korean Church has a senior pastor who gives his messages in Korean with translation available through headset. Hanbit also has a Young Adults Group Pastor, a Youth Group Pastor, an EM (English Ministry) Pastor and a Childrens' Pastor. Each age group and language group has special events, activities and services which work both independently and in conjunction with each other. One of the strengths of Hanbit and Living Water Ministry is our sensitivity and outreach to the diverse needs of our diverse congregation.