Where do you meet?
We are located at 9301 Panther Way, Waco, Texas, across N Hewitt Drive from Midway Middle School on Panther Way (near Hewitt Elementary). The map on our Directions page can help you find us.
When do you meet?
On Sundays we have 1 worship service at 9:00 AM. Sunday School (for adults - in the Fellowship Hall and children - the Youth Building) and various different Bible Studies begin with an opening in the fellowship hall at 10:30.
Sunday School opening is held in the Fellowship Hall to the right as you enter the main building immediately after the Worship Service. During Sunday school opening the youth group sells snacks, and we have free coffee and hot chocolate for our guests and visitors.
Where do I park?
Our main parking lot is entered from Ruidoso Street on the west side of the church. Look for the parking reserved for visitors on the right as you enter the parking lot, just in front of the doors to the church. Recently we have added a second parking lot which can be entered from Panther Way. Some people who need assistance with walking, such as a cane or walker, find this entrance easier to navigate since there are no steps.
How long is the service?
Our services usually last about an hour, give or take a few minutes.
What should I wear?
You will notice that people dress in a variety of ways according to what is comfortable to them. It can be anything from "business casual" to jeans and casual shoes. Just be yourself.
Do you take an offering?
We do take an offering at each service. We believe that the offering is a chance for people to give back to God what He has blessed them with. It is an act of worship for members and friends of Peace, but guests should not feel obligated to participate. We want you to feel welcomed and comfortable as you visit. Please feel free to fill out a Visitor slip (these blue and orange "Welcome" slips are available in front of each pew)
What else will happen in the service?
Each of our services follows a format that typically takes us through a variety of spoken parts including a confession of sins, a reading of Scripture, a profession of faith and prayers. Our pastors deliver relevant biblically-based messages. On any given Sunday all the services share the same theme.
Should I take communion?
We celebrate communion together on the first, third and fifth Sundays . We believe that our Lord gives us not only bread and wine, but His very body and blood to eat and to drink, for the forgiveness of sins and to strengthen our union with Him and with one another. Our Lord invites to His table those who have faith in His words, are repentant of all sins, and who have set aside all refusal to forgive and love. We follow God’s example, just as He forgives and loves each of us. Those who eat and drink our Lord’s body and blood unworthily, do so to their great harm. (see 1 Corinthians 11:27-28)
***If you desire to take communion with us, but are not formally instructed or are in doubt about our confession of faith, we ask that you first speak with a pastor or an elder before service begins. You may ask any usher who the Elder is for the current service.
Those not receiving communion, including small children, are encouraged to come forward to receive a blessing. Simply cross your arms over your chest to indicate to us that you desire a blessing rather than communion. If you would prefer to stay seated, just let the usher know when they come to call your row.
What about my children?
Young Children – Nursery
Location: In the back hall—go past the Welcome Center and bathrooms; the nursery is the first door on your right. You may also ask an usher or someone at the Welcome Center for help finding it.
Ages: Infant through 4 years old. (Children older than 4 are encouraged to join worship with their families, though exceptions are warmly welcomed.)
Staffing: Caring church member volunteers.
Check-in: Please sign your child in upon arrival. Volunteers will greet you, assist with check-in, and answer questions about our policies and procedures.
During worship, children are invited forward for a short children’s sermon (object lesson) led by the Pastor or Family Life Director. Nursery children may return for this time. If your child feels unsure, you’re welcome to walk with them to the front and stay nearby.
Older Children in Worship
For children staying in the sanctuary, activity tote bags are available. Each bag includes crayons, paper, and a clipboard.
Where to find them: On a hanging stand outside the sanctuary.
Reminder: Please return totes and supplies to the stand after church.
For your security, the Ushers lock the entry doors during church services. A usher will remain in the Narthex to greet visitors and members and allow access. The Youth Building will also be locked for our children’s safety. Please knock on a door or window for entry. If you see someone suspicious, please tell someone – Thanks Board of Trustees