Demographics: Races: majority Black Ages: between 25-65 Military? No Dress Code: varies between jeans and church t-shirt to Sunday's Best Parking situation: paved parking lot. Location: Rural Facilities type: Megachurch How many members were present? approx. 250-300 The Program: Opening was engaging, included audience participation, wasn't bullied into participation, started on time, appeared prepared Announcements were long winded and confusing, heard same announcements 3 times or more. Offering: Worship team ministered during offering, heard a mini-sermon on giving, manipulation perceived. Altar service: Was rushed, no manipulation perceived. Closing: Welcomed in word, but didn't feel welcomed back. Use of technology: technology works properly, used for announcements and scripture only, not maximized. Transitions: transitions rehearsed, however, flow not present, felt orchestrated instead of flowing. The People: Friendliness: The people were warm and inviting, spoke and/or made eye contact without simply staring at us. Personnel were in place to greet/usher us to our seats. Greeters were prompt, precise, and friendly. Warm inviting eye contact, did not lead to speaking. 4-6 people spoke with greetings, no conversations. Several handshakes and at least 1 hug. Most people smiled, but many appeared forced, not genuine. The Music: 5-7 songs, Music Style: Gospel, Praise Team, Piano Band the River: The worship team performed songs completely, but no effort made to flow in the spirit. Skills: Musicians played skillfully, sometimes overshadowed talent of singers and became foreground instead of background. Vocals were in key and tune, lead was solid. Singers moved about, lead singer exhorted, but still had a hurried feel to it. Congregation sang along, call and response used, portions where congregation encouraged to sing along, aloud. Observed clapping. Sound: The music and vocals are balanced. The Word: Length: 30-45 minutes Delivery Style: Organized, teacher style. Use of scripture: 10+ scriptures referenced Relevance and Revelation: Lots of revelation knowledge and practical application. Congregation response and keeping attention: Minimum audience participation/engagement. A few neighbor interactions, no use of technology to engage listeners, saw several sleepers in congregation. Pastors Ego: Petty, self-centered, huge ego, a lot of meddling. read more

Excellent church. A place to learn about God, God's love, and who you are as a believer. I recommend this church 100 percent.