Finding God’s Presence in Unusual Places

If you’re new to our church plant, you might feel a little unsure at first. In fact, our church meets in a living room right now.

Yes, we’re worshiping in a house … for now. Our building search is underway.
Still, there’s no steeple. No pews. No dedicated building—yet.

And yes, that can feel awkward.

But this season is not a mistake. It is part of the story God has always loved to tell.

God Has Always Worked Through Humble Beginnings Where the Church meets

Before there were cathedrals, there were kitchens and courtyards.
Before stained glass, there were lamps and borrowed rooms.

Most importantly, Jesus Christ, the King of Kings, entered the world not in a palace—but in a barn. Laid not in a cradle, but in a manger.

From the very beginning, God showed us something essential:
His presence is not limited by space.

If Christ can be born in a stable, He can certainly meet us in a living room.

The Early Church Was Built Without Buildings

For much of Christian history, believers worshiped wherever they could:

• In homes
• Around borrowed spaces
• Sometimes in secret
• Even in catacombs beneath the ground

The Church did not begin with property.
It began with people—gathered around Scripture, prayer, and the breaking of bread.

Consequently, what we are doing now is not strange.
In fact, it is deeply rooted.

When the Church Meets in Unusual Spaces Is Actually a Gift

It Removes the Stigma

For many people, traditional church buildings carry baggage—fear, pressure, or past hurt.

Meeting in a home lowers the barrier.
It also says:

“You don’t have to perform here.”
“You don’t have to have it all together.”
“You can simply come.”

It Brings Us Closer—On Purpose

Homes place us up close and personal, and that’s not a drawback—it’s a strength.

This season allows us to:

• Truly know one another
• Share life honestly
• Support each other through real challenges
• Practice being the Church, not just attending it

Finally, community isn’t accidental here. It’s intentional.

It Makes Room for Creativity and Trust

Worshiping in flexible spaces reminds us of a powerful truth:

God’s ways are not our ways.

He often chooses:

• unlikely settings
• ordinary people
• out-of-the-box paths

Creativity in this season is not a lack—it is a sign of dependence on God rather than structures.

What We Do Not Leave Behind When Our Church Meets

While many things are flexible right now, one thing remains steady:

The beauty and structure of the liturgy.

Even in a living room:

• Scripture is read
• Prayers are prayed
• Confession is offered
• Grace is received

The liturgy also grounds us.
It reminds us that what makes worship holy is not the building—but the presence of God among His people.

This balance—creative space with ancient structure—is a hallmark of the Anglican way.

A Season, Not a Destination

We are on a journey toward a permanent home, and we trust God to provide in His time.

But this season matters.

It shapes who we are becoming:

• a church that values people over polish
• community over convenience
• faithfulness over appearances

When we one day gather in a dedicated building, we will carry this closeness with us—because it was formed here.

Come As You Are—Wherever We Gather

If you feel unsure about worshiping in an unusual space, you’re not alone.
But you are welcome.

God has always met His people in unexpected places.
And He is meeting us here—now—together.

The space may be temporary.
The work God is doing among us is not.