Frequently Asked Questions

If you don't see the answer to your question here, contact Pastor Mike, 303-688-3476 or pastormike@faithcrco.org

  • Q: "What can I expect when attending Faith Lutheran for the first time?"
     

A: Click here for our Visitors Guide.

  • Q: "Does the church provide childcare during services?"

A: Yes, childcare services are available in our nursery for infants and young children during services.

  • Q: "What do I need to do to become a member of Faith Lutheran?"

A: At Faith Lutheran we invite everyone interested in becoming a member of the congregation to participate in our New Member classes which are offered throughout the year. If you would like more information about membership at Faith, please contact  Pastor Mike Knauff. At Faith we welcome everyone, whether officially members or not to share in all of the various aspects of the life of our congregation.

  • Q: "When is communion offered?"

A: Communion is offered at all Sunday services at Faith Lutheran.

  • Q: "Who can receive Communion at Faith ?"
     

A: Faith Lutheran welcomes to the communion table all who are baptized and believe that Christ is truly present "in, with and under," the bread and wine and that this sacrament brings forgiveness of sins. Children not receiving communion are invited forward for a blessing.

  • Q: "How do I schedule a wedding at Faith Lutheran?"

A: Our church requires that Faith’s pastor preside at weddings that take place in our sanctuary.  The pastor is open to having other Christian clergy fully participate in the ceremony.  Those wishing to be married at Faith should contact the church office to secure a date and availability of the pastor. 
     While the fee structure is different for members and non-members the process is much the same.  Couples are required to meet with the pastor three times prior to the ceremony.  These meeting generally run an hour to hour and half.  The first meeting is to establish a relationship between the pastor and couple with an emphasis on planning the wedding day and service.  The second meeting focuses on premarital counseling.  Before the second meeting the couple fills out a survey and turns it into the pastor.  From this personality survey the pastor advises the couple of their strengths and weakness in an attempt to forewarn and forearm.  The third meeting is to complete any unfinished business from the first two meetings, wedding service details or relational issues.
     A marriage booklet outlining these details and answering more questions is available from the church office.

  • Q:  "How can we make arrangements to have our child baptized?"

A: You need not be a member to have your child baptized.  However, Faith encourages families to choose a church home so that baptisms are more than short term “rite of passage” ceremonies but rather long term commitments to raise a child as a part of God’s family.  As such, (barring extenuating circumstances) baptisms take place at the gathering of God’s family; Sunday morning worship services.  Most Sundays are available for baptisms but families should check with the church office for available dates.  Couples requesting a baptism for their child are to meet with the pastor for one hour prior to the baptism.  This meeting is both practical and spiritual.  It focuses on the logistics of who stands where, says what, and so forth, as well as taking time to examine baptism’s meaning from a Christian/Lutheran viewpoint.

  • Q: "Does Faith have a Sunday School Program?"

A: Yes, we offer a Sunday School program for both children and adults (Adult Forum) that meets on Sunday mornings between the first and second service at 9:15 a.m. The sessions run between Labor Day and Memorial Day with a break during the summer.
    The Sunday School kids from preschool to 6th grade at Faith Lutheran learn about God, Jesus and the Bible by following the rotational model.  What does that mean?!?  Rotational Sunday School is a great way for kids to learn about God, Jesus and the Bible.  Each rotation focuses on one story from the Bible (Noah for instance).  For about 3-6 weeks, kids will learn about the same Bible story in different ways.  For example, one week the kids may act out the Bible story, the next week they might make a themed snack, and another week they might play games that incorporate the theme.
    Sounds fun doesn’t it – the kids think so!

  • Q: "At what age should our children begin Communion instruction?"

A: Faith believes all baptized believers in Christ are welcome to the Lords’ table.  Communion instruction formally begins with the pastor instructing 4th graders about communion during the Lenten season.

However, a child younger than 4th grade may commune if 3 criteria are met:

The child expresses a sincere interest in receiving the sacrament.
The parents agree to the child's request.
The pastor meets with the child (and/or parents) to verify the child's sincere request.

Many children come to our congregation already receiving communion prior to 4th grade.  We do not make the child stop taking communion, but simply ask that the pastor be informed of the situation.

  • Q: "At what age should our children begin Confirmation Classes?"

A: Faith begins its confirmation program in the summer of 6th grade and concludes in the spring of 8th grade.  The program has a three-prong focus: education, fellowship, and service.  6th graders are encouraged to start the program with the summer fellowship activity: confirmation camp at Sky Ranch Lutheran Camp. After that classes are offered Sept.- May. on Sunday evenings twice a month.  Classes include a lecture, dinner, games and a small group mentor time.  Monthly service or fellowship events are available for children to encourage spiritual growth.  An information packet is available from the church office outlining goals, objectives, activities, fees and schedules.

  • For more informationon the beliefs of Lutheran Churches in Mission for Christ in general visit the LCMC website, or call the church office.