FAQ's
What denomination is Glad Tidings Church?
Glad Tidings Church is affiliated with the Assemblies of God located in Springfield, Missouri. Today there are more than 12,300 churches in the U.S. with nearly 3 million members and adherents. There are more than 63 million Assemblies of God members worldwide. Though these churches are affiliated with the Assemblies of God denomination, each church is locally autonomous and self-governing.
What is the best way for me to connect with and
get to know other believers at Glad Tidings Church?
With over 750 people attending GT over the course of a week, the best way to meet and connect with others at Glad Tidings is by participating in one of the small groups that meet once or twice a month in various locations. Sunday school classes and a multitude of serving opportunities also serve as a means to connect adults in a smaller venue and provide the opportunity to foster friendships and provide spiritual growth.
Do I have to become a member of Glad Tidings in order to volunteer or serve?
Church membership is not a requirement to participate in any of our serving opportunities. We do ask that anyone wanting to serve attend the CORE classes Discovering Glad Tidings and Discovering Your Spiritual Gifts. Those serving with children are asked to attend the class Sharing Your Faith as well. Ministry volunteer applications are available anytime at our Welcome Center or by contacting our Director of Programming, Paula Mangus, at .
Will everyone know that I am new?
No. Although it is part of our desire for you to receive authentic care and a warm welcome when you attend Glad Tidings, there will be no attention drawn to you because you are a first time guest.
What does Glad Tidings offer for children and youth?
We offer ministry to and activities for children and youth. Ministry opportunities are available every Sunday morning at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. for all children. Our youth (grades 6-12) have a youth service Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. Sunday evenings, the youth have small groups from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Our youth Bible study and internship program meets on Wednesday nights at 7:00 p.m. Click here for specific information on how your child and/or teen can get connected at GT. This page also includes information about our college and adult ministries.
What should I wear?
At Glad Tidings, you will see people dressed in many different ways. Some dress casually, while others may wear a suit and tie. You will see people in everything from jeans to suits and dresses.
What is the preaching like?
Pastor Kevin is generally considered a teacher by style and preaches in a manner that deals extensively with the biblical text by providing historical context, first reader understanding, and sound interpretation of the scripture in its original meaning and then offering relevant and applicable truth to our everyday lives.
What is the music like?
Our congregation is denominationally diverse, and so is our music style. Our praise and worship style includes both contemporary choruses and old hymns with the sole focus being lifting praise to a holy God.
Can children attend the worship service?
Your kids may attend the main worship service with you or participate in one of the age specific ministry opportunities that we offer. In order to provide security and a safe environment for our younger congregants, we ask that all children (nursery-5th grade) who participate in a worship service or class aside from their parents, be registered at the Kids' Check-in located in the kids' lobby. For more information, please visit our Welcome Center in the main lobby.
What is the role of women at Glad Tidings?
Women serve in various capacities at Glad Tidings including our staff and leadership teams. Many women lead and serve in ministry capacities and provide significant leadership to the overall ministry of the church.
What is the church's position on the function of charismatic gifts?
Glad Tidings values and encourages the use of all of the gifts of the Spirit noted in Romans 12, Ephesians 4, and 1 Corinthians 12. It is important to us that the vocal gifts (prophecy, tongues, and interpretation of tongues) be used in a manner consistent with Paul’s teaching in 1 Corinthians 14, with body edification and concern for the lost or unlearned being first and foremost.
