Question 1

When is the Sunday morning worship service?

Accepted Answer

Our worship service is at 10:00 a.m.  During the summer, we usually worship in our Little White Church.  October through May, we typically worship in the Main Sanctuary,

Question 2

Do you have services in the Little White Church?

Accepted Answer

Yes.  In addition to our normal worship services in the summer, we hold special services in the little white church including weddings and memorials/funerals.

Question 3

What to expect

Accepted Answer

We have a friendly and caring church family that is looking forward to welcoming you. We have deep and abiding faith rooted in our Love for Jesus and a need to conserve God's creation together. We celebrate the Sacrament of the Communion the first Sunday of the month and on special days during the year. The Lord's table is open to all. We hold regular fellowship events, mission and outreach activities, health and well being class, and small group gatherings.

Question 4

Is the little white church available for weddings or funerals?

Accepted Answer

Yes.  It is available for use.Contact info@BeeRidgeChurch.org or call the office for additional information.

Question 5

What to expect

Accepted Answer

We have a friendly and caring church family that is looking forward to welcoming you. We have deep and abiding faith rooted in our Love for Jesus and a need to conserve God's creation together. We celebrate the Sacrament of the Communion the first Sunday of the month and on special days during the year. The Lord's table is open to all. We hold regular fellowship events, mission and outreach activities, and small group gatherings.

Question 6

Is the church located on Bee Ridge Road?

Accepted Answer

No.  It is located in the community of Bee Ridge and is on the southwest corner of the intersection of McIntosh and Proctor Roads.

Question 7

What should I wear to attend service?

Accepted Answer

Whatever you are comfortable in as long as you are appropriately covered i.e. no bathing suits please.  Our congregation runs the gammut from shorts, t-shirts, & flip flops to suits and ties.  What matters is not what you wear, but that you are here.

Question 8

Is the Main Santuary available for Weddings, Funerals, etc."

Accepted Answer

Yes.  We use the Sanctuary every Sunday for regular Worship Service and periodically for special service like Christmas Eve Service.  It is available at other times for special services.

Question 9

What are your services like?

Accepted Answer

Our pastor preaches sermons that are engaging, thought-provoking, and Biblically-based, using stories, humor, and life experiences to help the written Word become the Word of life for you. We hope you’ll leave feeling closer to God and better equipped to live your daily life.

Question 10

When is the office open?

Accepted Answer

Currently, the office is open Mondays - Thursdays between 9 am and 4:30 p.m.

Question 11

Who designed the sanctuary?

Accepted Answer

The main sanctuary was orignally designed by architect Victor A. Lundy.  When Proctor Road was expanded, there was an addition to the sanctuary and the entrance was switched from the north end to the south end.  The architect that did the expansion was James Padgett.  Our education building and fellowship hall were designed by Frank Folsom Smith.

Question 12

Is there a nursery option during service?

Accepted Answer

Not currently.

Question 13

Is there aid for those who are hearing impaired?

Accepted Answer

Not currently.

Question 14

Do we need to be Presbyterian to attend service?

Accepted Answer

No.  All are welcome here.

Question 15

Do we need to be Presbyterian to attend service?

Accepted Answer

No.  All are welcome here.

Question 16

Do we have to commit to joining in order to attend?

Accepted Answer

No.  Membership is not required.  Nor will you be pressured to officially join the congregation.  You are welcome to attend and participate at your comfort level.

Question 17

General Contact Emails

Accepted Answer

General Inquires or questions - Office@BeeRidgeChurch.orgPastor - RevTJ@BeeRidgeChurch.org

Question 18

Do we have to commit to joining in order to attend?

Accepted Answer

No.  Membership is not required.  Nor will you be pressured to officially join the congregation.  You are welcome to attend and participate at your comfort level.

Question 19

Communion

Accepted Answer

We celebrate the Sacrament of the Communion the first Sunday of the month and on special days such as Christmas Eve and Easter during the year. The Lord's table is open to all.

Question 20

What is PW?

Accepted Answer

PW stands for Presbyterian Women.  They have small group meetings and bible study and all women are welcome. We are a community of women who align our ministry and hearts around a shared purpose, the PW Purpose.Forgiven and freed by God in Jesus Christ, and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves
• to nurture our faith through prayer and Bible study,
• to support the mission of the church worldwide,
• to work for justice and peace, and
• to build an inclusive, caring community of women that strengthens the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and witnesses to the promise of God’s kingdom.

Question 21

Are tours of the sanctuary available.

Accepted Answer

Currently there are no regularly scheduled tours of the sanctuary.  If you would like to request a tour for a group or individual, please contact CR@BeeRidgeChurch.org.

Question 22

Are your facilities availabe for use for meetings?

Accepted Answer

Please contact BizPer@BeeRidgeChurch.org to request use of our space.

Question 23

When does PW meet?

Accepted Answer

PW meets the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m.   It is usually held at a member's home.  For more information, please call the church office.

Question 24

PW Functions

Accepted Answer

Aside from the monthly small group bible study, PW occasionally sponsors other special fellowship activities throughout the year.  Check our happenings page for any upcoming events.

Bee Ridge Presbyterian Church

A WELCOMING COMMUNITY OF BELIEVERS IN JESUS CHRIST
JOYFULLY LOVING AND SERVING GOD AND GOD'S PEOPLE

frequently asked questions

When is the Sunday morning worship service?

Do you have services in the Little White Church?

What to expect

Is the little white church available for weddings or funerals?

What to expect

Is the church located on Bee Ridge Road?

What should I wear to attend service?

Is the Main Santuary available for Weddings, Funerals, etc."

What are your services like?

When is the office open?

Who designed the sanctuary?

Is there a nursery option during service?

Is there aid for those who are hearing impaired?

Do we need to be Presbyterian to attend service?

Do we need to be Presbyterian to attend service?

Do we have to commit to joining in order to attend?

General Contact Emails

Do we have to commit to joining in order to attend?

Communion

What is PW?

Are tours of the sanctuary available.

Are your facilities availabe for use for meetings?

When does PW meet?

PW Functions

Bee Ridge Presbyterian

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