At first, I was very hesitant because of the size ...

At first, I was very hesitant because of the size of the church. I was looking for something small where I could have a personal relationship with members and the staff. I wondered how could a huge church get to know me and provide personal support if I needed them. To my surprise, COR quickly resolved all of my concerns and completely blew away all preconceived notions regarding large churches. This church is amazing and it now a huge part of my life.

First, it is a church for thinking people to gather, share ideas, and challenge each other to see all sides of an issue. They tackle the difficult topics in an objective and respectful manner that allows all sides to understand the issue from a biblical perspective. They don t judge but instead welcome everyone regardless of their situation.

Their congregational care is AMAZING. A family member of ours became seriously ill and eventually died in hospice. Two or three times per day a lay person (from the Congregational Care Ministry) or one of the pastors would come to see us. They walked with us every step of this difficult journey and then cared for us by providing a wonderful celebration of life ceremony. I could not have asked for anything more than the love and personal care pour out by the pastors and CCMs.

As a man, one of the best things about COR is diversity of their ministries. COR provides unique opportunities to serve that simply don t exist in smaller churches. I can use a chainsaw in their Disaster Response Ministry, I can fix cars for low income families in their Automotive ministry, I can update computers for children, I can use a camera to serve God in their photography ministry, I can restore houses, paint schools, build playgrounds, etc, etc. Whatever your skillset or interest, COR will provide a way for you to serve God with your abilities.

Bottom line: The sermons and music are wonderful but if you really want to get connected join a small group or get involved with one of the ministries. You will be richly blessed and your life will never be the same.