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ECC is a faith community where it’s safe to be exactly where you are. It’s a place where you can be curious, question, doubt, risk, and grow among friends who are working things out together in real time.
Weekend gatherings are a mix of authentic, heartfelt worship led by our live band, down-to-earth messages exploring relevant topics through the lens of Scripture, and organic friendships and conversation. Translation? You don’t have to do this life alone.
where are you located?
900 S. WARNER ST., WHITEHALL, MI 49461
When should i be there?
Our service times are 9AM and 11AM, but you’ll want to get here before that to grab a coffee or snack, let us help you (and maybe your whole family) feel cared for, and (you know) just give yourself time to feel settled.
is there anything for my kids?
Our Nursery is a safe, nurturing environment for children 0-2 years old that includes toys, activities, snacks and free play.
For Toddlers (2+) - 5th grade, there’s Power-Up — A dynamic, safe, and highly relational Sunday morning Children’s program that combines live worship, visual storytelling, and hands on learning in an environment that is both biblical and fun.
What about STUDENTS?
We really want teens and pre-teens to know that this is their church, too! So in addition to always welcoming them to take part in our weekend services and find ways to join into making a difference, we do have some special opportunities they can also explore.
Grades 6-8, Sunday mornings (9am): During the first service, we host a special Breakfast Club at the Lifehouse (a house on our property we’ve renovated). There they eat breakfast together, swap stories, open up, laugh a lot, and study the Bible together.
Grades 6-8, Wednesday nights (6:30pm-8pm): During some of the most change-filled years of their lives, we want to do everything we can to help middle school students discover God and how real He is and feel connected to a community that lives out Jesus’ unconditional love.
Grades 9-12, Sunday nights (6:30pm-8:30pm): Our high school ministry invites students to God through meaningful community, biblical teaching, interactive conversation, empowered worship, and life-giving experiences. Adult and student leaders create a culture that anyone can be a part of, all to encourage and equips students to grow as Jesus followers made by God on purpose, with purpose, for a purpose!
will i have to say anything, do anything or be singled out at all?
Um, no. Everything in our services is an invitation, including singing. Why? Because everyone is at a different place with God and church. We’ll absolutely do our best to help you take real steps with God through it all, but you have to be the one to take those steps. He invites you as you are to become who He originally made you to be.
Filling out a Communication Card (in your bulletin) is a great way to let us know how you’re doing along the way, so use that each week (and let us know through it how we can be praying for you and anyone you brought with you).
what will people be wearing?
Jesus doesn’t ask us to put on our “best outfit" to approach Him - He simply asks us to approach Him. So whether you’re coming in relaxing in jeans or wearing something intentional that reflects your style, go for it. Basically, feel free to dress as you normally might when you get together with good friends, because that's exactly what you're doing!
