1.  How do I get to Sylvania?

   2.  Why is the church called Sylvania?

   3.  What does the church believe?

   4.  What is Sylvania’s specific purpose?

   5.  How do I begin a relationship with Jesus?

   6.  How do I become a member?

   7.  What opportunities are there to get involved?

   8.  What books does the pastor currently recommend?

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1. How do I get to Sylvania?
   
   Sylvania is located on the South-Southeast part of Loop 323
   between Troup Hwy. and 5th Street
   
   Sylvania Church
   2801 SSE Loop 323
   Tyler, Texas 75701
   (click address for a map)
   
    

2. Why is the church called Sylvania?
   
   Honestly, we are not entirely sure.  One theory is that the church's original location on East Fifth Street had a number of trees on it and, since Sylvania means "wooded area," it was selected as a name.  The second theory is that one of the church's founding members (May, 1946) had moved to Tyler from Sylvania, Georgia.  Apparently, this member thought so fondly of his former home that he recommended the church be called Sylvania
   
   We recognize that Sylvania is not your normal, run-of-the-mill church name.  However, we like that.  We're not likely to be confused with other churches in our area, and the unusual name is a great conversation-starter leading to the really important things -- a big God and the gift of His Son.
   
    

3. What does the church believe?
   
   Click here for more information
   
    
4. What is Sylvania's specific purpose?
   
   Sylvania exists to magnify God through worship, nurture, and outreach.
   
    

5. How do I begin a relationship with Jesus?
   
   We’re glad you clicked on this link because the reality about Jesus Christ is the very foundation of Sylvania Church. In fact, if you could summarize what we’re about in just one word, it would be “Jesus.” We’ve found a great presentation that summarizes why we think Jesus is so great and how you might also experience His greatness through an authentic relationship with Him. Written by Pastor John Piper, it is called “Quest for Joy,” and we invite you to click the link below to check it out. Once you’ve read it, give us a call or stop by the office and let us know what you think. We’d love to hear from you! Enjoy your reading!
   
                             Click here for more information!
   
    

6. How do I become a member?
   
   Click here to view our Membership Covenant
   
    
7. What opportunities are there to get involved?

• Worship Services
  - Worship Service (All Ages) – Sundays @ 10:15am and 6:00pm in Sanctuary
   
• Student Ministry (Oasis)
  - Worship Service (6th-12th grade) – Wednesdays @ 6:00pm in the Oasis
  - Bible Study (6th - 12th grade) – Sundays @ 9:00am in the Oasis
  - Student Fellowship (6th - 12th grade) – Sundays @ 4:45pm in the Oasis
   
• Children’s Ministry
  - Kids on Mission (K - 3rd grade) –  Wednesdays @ 6:00pm
  - Bible Drill (4th - 5th grade) – Wednesdays @ 6:00pm
  - COOL Kids (K - 5th grade) – Sundays @ 9:00am in COOL Kids Room
  - Preschool (birth - pre-K) – Sundays @ 9:00am in the Preschool
  - Children’s Choir (2nd - 5th grade) – Sundays @ 4:45pm
  - Younger Children’s Choir (age 4 - 1st grade) – Sundays @ 4:45pm
   
• Prayer Ministry
  - David’s Room – Open during office hours (call the church office to sign up)
  - Prayer Service (Adults) – Wednesdays @ 6:05pm in Rooms 101 and 102
  - Prayer Service (Men) – Sundays @ 8:15am in the COOL Kids Room
  - Prayer Service (6th - 12th grade) – Sundays @ 8:15am in the Oasis
   
• Bible Study
  - Bible Study (All Ages) – Sundays @ 9:00am
  - Bible Study (Adults) – Sundays @ 4:45pm (except during summer)
  - Men’s Bible Study (11th grade - Adults) – Fridays @ 6:00am (Fall study ends 11/16/07)
  - Women’s Bible Study (Adults) – Thursdays @ 9:30am (Fall study ends 12/6/07)
  - Women’s Bible Study (Adults) – Tuesdays @ 6:30pm (Fall study ends 12/13/07)
   
• Helping Hands Food Pantry
  - Food Pantry (9th grade - Adults) – Tuesdays @ 10:00am in Food Pantry house behind the church
   
• Fellowship
  - Dinner Fellowship (All Ages) – Wednesdays @ 5:00pm in Fellowship Hall. NOTE: 6th - 12th grade eat free! (meals not served during summer & holiday schedule varies)
  - Youth Fellowship (6th - 12th grade) – Sundays @ 4:45pm in the Oasis

   8.   What books does the pastor currently recommend?

Pastor Matthew McKellar periodically updates his recommended reading list as he comes across 'must reads.' Click here to check out his most recent additions.