There's a place for you at Village
Finding your way
Village is located in South Bowie not far from Bowie Town Center. Our address is 1950 Mitchellville Road, Bowie, Maryland 20716. The parking lot has plenty of space, including handicapped spaces. Our building is fully accessible. Inside the front door there is a coat room to the left and rest rooms down either hallway. The sanctuary is straight ahead. An usher will give you a bulletin and answer any questions you might have. There is a table near the entry with information for visitors.
How we treat visitors
As our motto says, "We reserve the right to accept everybody." We will not ask you to stand or do anything special. We do have an attendance sheet that you are welcome to sign if you choose. Village tries to have a family atmosphere, and we treat our visitors as welcome guests.
Worship
The worship services are described in detail in the bulletins. They include announcements, prayer time, songs, an offering, special music, the children's story, scripture reading, and a sermon. Although we do "pass the plate" for the offering, we do not expect visitors to contribute unless they feel so moved. All worship activities at Village are open to guests as well as members.
Children
Village has child care with professional caregivers for younger children. Just head down the hall to the left as you enter the building. Older children are welcome in the worship service, which includes a children's story every week. There is a special children's church time in a separate room after that story for those 4-10 years old.
Dress Code
We are a "come as you are" church. Wear whatever is comfortable. You will see Villagers wearing everything from casual jeans and shirts to dresses and suits.
Sample Order of Worship
Welcome and Announcements
Call to Worship
Congregational Song
Prayer Requests/Prayer/Response
Offering
Doxology
Children’s Story
Special Music
Scripture Reading
Sermon
Congregational Hymn
Benediction
Other activities
Worship is just one part of what happens at Village. Check out the "Opportunities" tab to learn more about Bible Study (for all ages), mission projects, fellowship and recreation activities, youth programs, music programs, and others.