{"id":144,"date":"2026-10-25T01:26:54","date_gmt":"2026-10-25T01:26:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hvsmediastudio.dev\/emilie\/?page_id=144"},"modified":"2026-10-25T01:43:12","modified_gmt":"2026-10-25T01:43:12","slug":"new","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/hvsmediastudio.dev\/emilie\/new\/","title":{"rendered":"I\u2019m New Here"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_0 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h1 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">I\u2019m New Here<\/h1><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Whether you are joining us for the first time, returning to church, or simply curious, you are welcome here. Come as you are.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_image_0 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hvsmediastudio.dev\/emilie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/welcome.png\" alt=\"Welcome to Emilie United Methodist Church\" width=\"1774\" height=\"887\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hvsmediastudio.dev\/emilie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/welcome.png 1774w, https:\/\/hvsmediastudio.dev\/emilie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/welcome-1280x640.png 1280w, https:\/\/hvsmediastudio.dev\/emilie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/welcome-980x490.png 980w, https:\/\/hvsmediastudio.dev\/emilie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/welcome-480x240.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1774px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-142\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_0 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_1 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Plan Your Visit<\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><strong>Sundays at 10:00 AM<\/strong><br \/>7300 New Falls Rd, Levittown, PA<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/hvsmediastudio.dev\/emilie\/contact\/\">Contact & Directions<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_heading_2 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Here\u2019s What to Expect<\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_1 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_3 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">What time does worship begin?<\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Sunday worship begins at 10:00 AM. Join us in the Sanctuary or watch online.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_image_1 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hvsmediastudio.dev\/emilie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/doors.png\" alt=\"The red entrance doors at Emilie United Methodist Church\" width=\"1254\" height=\"1254\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hvsmediastudio.dev\/emilie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/doors.png 1254w, https:\/\/hvsmediastudio.dev\/emilie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/doors-980x980.png 980w, https:\/\/hvsmediastudio.dev\/emilie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/doors-480x480.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1254px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-153\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_2 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_4 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Where should I park?<\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Follow the driveway around to the large parking lot behind the church and enter through the red doors. Someone will be happy to welcome you. Accessible parking is available in the small front lot and in designated spaces in the rear lot.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_3 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_5 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">What should I wear?<\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_4 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Come as you are. Some people dress casually and others dress up a bit. Wear what helps you feel comfortable.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_4 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_6 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Will I be singled out?<\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_5 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>No. You will not be asked to stand or introduce yourself. During the Passing of the Peace, participate as much or as little as you feel comfortable\u2014with a handshake, wave, smile, or simply being present.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_5 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_7 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">What is the service like?<\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_6 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Worship is warm, traditional, and welcoming, with prayer, Scripture, a children\u2019s message, music, a sermon, and time together as a church family.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_6 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_8 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">How long is the service?<\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_7 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Worship usually lasts about one hour.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_7 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_9 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Can children come?<\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_8 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Absolutely! Children are welcome in worship, including their sounds and wiggles. We invite children forward for a special Children\u2019s Message and offer nursery care for our youngest guests if parents prefer.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_8 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_10 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Is the building accessible?<\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_9 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>There are no steps leading to or from the Sanctuary. Our greeters will be glad to help you enter the building and find a seat.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_9 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_11 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Do I have to be Methodist to attend?<\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_10 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Not at all. Whether you are Methodist, from another tradition, unsure what you believe, or simply curious, you are welcome.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_10 et_pb_group et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_12 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Can I watch online first?<\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_11 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Yes! <a href=\"https:\/\/hvsmediastudio.dev\/emilie\/live\/\">Watch our worship livestream<\/a> before visiting in person.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"et_pb_group_11 et_pb_group et-last-child et_pb_module et_flex_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_13 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">We\u2019d Love to Welcome You<\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_text_12 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><a href=\"mailto:office@emilieumc.com\">Contact the Church Office<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:+12159455502\">(215) 945-5502<\/a> with any questions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-144","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/hvsmediastudio.dev\/emilie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/144","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/hvsmediastudio.dev\/emilie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/hvsmediastudio.dev\/emilie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hvsmediastudio.dev\/emilie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hvsmediastudio.dev\/emilie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=144"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/hvsmediastudio.dev\/emilie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/144\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":165,"href":"https:\/\/hvsmediastudio.dev\/emilie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/144\/revisions\/165"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/hvsmediastudio.dev\/emilie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=144"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}