One of my unexpected dilemmas when moving to New York City was trying to find a home church...actually it isn't as if there aren't an abundance of churches in the boroughs of NYC...there aren't just an abundance of "healthy" churches, in my opinion.
Since moving to New York City, I've visited wonderful churches that had thousands and thousands of members; yet left me feeling as if I was just a number therefore I was unconnected with its members and developing solid Christian associations in that church. I have also visited "weird" churches whose doctrine, beliefs and practices were unhealthy (i.e., controlling, "cultish", or just plain WEIRD.
I am happy to say I have found a very healthy, balanced, and wonderful church in New York City. This church is a 10 out of 10 in my opinion due to the following things:
1. Sound (Healthy) Doctrine. The beliefs, mission, and values of the church are found on their website.
2. Mentoring. You will not be just a number. You are not required to attend; however on a regular ongoing basis there are classes available that offer further spiritual development in regards to topics such as Devotion, Discipleship, Drawing Closer to God, Counseling and etc.
3. Prayer. This is a very prayer heavy church, you do not have to go to an altar call to receive prayer or wait to call a toll-free number. Any of the elders or leaders in the church are available to pray with you upon request or in the beginning and at the end of the service.
4. Friendship Building. I believe as a resident of New York City you will make wonderful friendships regardless of whether you attend church or not since you meet wonderful unique individuals all the time...at least I do. Nevertheless, God wants us to be picky with our friendship and have Godly friendships and associations with other Christians. At Morningstar New York City Church, I have found it to be a great foundation to build Godly friendships outside of service due to the many hangouts of the church members and the small group meetings that are held morning, noon, and evenings, in the five boroughs and in New Jersey.
Finding this church was an answer to my prayer therefore if you looking for a church in New York City, I recommend that you visit Morningstar New York City Church. I primarily attend the East Side morning service; however there are two other services one in the evening on the East side and the other in the morning on the West Side.
God Bless on finding a church home!
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