Should a Christian go to church?

It’s true that the church needs you. But you need the church community every bit as much as it needs you. Sure, other Christians in the church need your love, encouragement, service, teaching, kindness and compassion. But to be a healthy, growing Christian, you need every one of those things from us as well.

Why gathering together is important?

Not only is gathering together enjoyable, but it also nurtures our most important relationships and promotes a sense of belonging and community. A simple meal shared with friends or family can leave you feeling incredibly inspired, rejuvenated and connected.

Why should Christians worship together?

Having a place of worship is important for Christians as it provides the opportunity to feel closer to God, to meet other Christians with the same beliefs and to feel like a part of a community of believers who regularly come together to express their faith.

Do we need church?

The ordinances we participate in and the covenants we make are necessary for us to return to the presence of our Heavenly Father and live with Him. Those ordinances and covenants require the priesthood—which is available only in God’s true Church. Without those covenants, we’d be lost.

Do you go to church or are you the church?

A popular Christian motto is, “You don’t go to church, you are the church.” While I get this sentiment in some ways, it can lead to an unhealthy view, pitting “being the church” and “going to church” against each other. If we are truly the church, then we will surely get together with other believers regularly.

What if I can’t attend church weekly?

If there are believers who are unable, for physical reasons, to attend a church weekly, they should find a church or believers who will gather together with them regularly for worship in their own home (see James 5:14; James 1:27).

Do you struggle with the idea of church attendance?

It’s surprising to me how many Christians struggle with the idea of church attendance. We are at a crossroads in our nation on the importance of going to church. According to research, church attendance has remained virtually the same percentage of our national population for the past 70 years.

How safe are you when you go to church?

Experts say worshippers should follow safety guidelines such as physical distancing and mask wearing if they do go to services. All data and statistics are based on publicly available data at the time of publication.