WELCOME

If you make it before worship starts, you should expect to be welcomed with smiles and a warm handshake or hug if you’re open to it. You’ll hear a lot of chatter even if the crowd is small. You’ll see a countdown on the screen that lets us know when we’re starting but we always start with a song to give people some time to settle in in an informal kind of way. If you come after worship has started, no worries! Just find a seat anywhere and settle in. You’ll be greeted with smiles and at the end of worship, you’ll most likely be welcomed and thanked for coming. We know it can be stressful coming to a new place but we want to be sure you know that no matter how you’re coming to TWT, you are welcome here.

There is a gravel lot in the back of the building with a tree in the middle of it. That, along with the parking spots attached to it are our primary parking. You’ll also see signs that say “Park Here for TWT” so you can always follow those.

Come as you are—seriously. Whether you’re most comfortable in your Sunday best or a pair of shorts and a t-shirt, you’ll fit right in. There’s no dress code here, so wear whatever feels right for you that day. We’re just glad to have you with us.

Worship starts at 10:30am. We have coffee, tea, and hot chocolate available so if you’d like to come a little early to get a drink and get settled, feel free to come earlier. Most folks arrive between 10:15 and 10:45. A lot of people get there just a couple minutes before and, if you don’t make it on time, no worries. You won’t disturb anything by arriving late.

We’re very informal and it’s a rather intimate setting. This allows us to interact as a community throughout worship in different ways (e.g., God Sightings, sharing thoughts, asking questions, etc.). We recognize that everyone comes to worship with different things going on in their lives and our goal is to offer a space of restoration, where we can gather strength from one another and from God so that when we scatter, we have what we need to face what’s ahead.

We meet in a space that’s home to a college campus ministry, and it’s nothing like a traditional church sanctuary. Our worship space is intentionally simple and adaptable, set up to reflect our values of community and participation. Chairs are usually arranged in rows facing the stage, but we often adjust the layout to meet the needs of our gathering—whether that’s setting up tables for a shared meal, creating small groups for conversation, or simply encouraging people to connect with their neighbors.

At the front of the room is a table with a cross and candles, where our worship leaders stand—not on the stage, but on the same level as everyone else. This is an intentional choice, reminding us that we’re all part of the same community. At the back, you’ll find a space for our younger disciples—or anyone who wants to color, draw, or write during worship—and we also have fidget toys available for anyone who might need them.

Our atmosphere is casual and welcoming, designed to encourage interaction throughout worship. Whether it’s sharing thoughts, asking questions, or simply being present with one another, our goal is to create a space of restoration and connection. This is a place where everyone can come as they are, gather strength, and leave ready to face what’s ahead.