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Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I meet with the Pastor one-on-one?
Yes you can! You can meet our Pastor and staff members at our monthly event called Starting Point where you get to hear all about our church, our mission, and how to take your next steps here at Cascade Hills Church. For all other questions, you can contact us via email, and someone on our team will reach out to you as soon as possible!
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Can the Pastor do my wedding or family funeral?
We have an amazing staff of Pastors on our Care Team who are available to assist with weddings or funerals. In order for one of our Pastors to officiate a wedding, we do require that the couple complete pre-marital spiritual guidance. For more information, email Ken Dawson.
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How can I listen to previous sermons?
You can listen to or view previous sermons by looking under “Messages” in our mobile app.
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How can I get Pastor’s notes?
You can follow along with notes from each week’s sermon by looking under “Messages” in our mobile app.
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How long has Pastor Brent been Lead Pastor?
Pastor Brent began preaching at Cascade Hills in 2012 and became Co-Pastor with his father, Bill Purvis, shortly after. Pastor Bill served as Lead-Pastor at Cascade Hills from 1983-2018. As of May 2018, Pastor Brent serves as our Lead-Pastor and Pastor Bill has stepped into the role of Pastor Emeritus.
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Can I talk to the Kids Pastor or Student Pastor?
Of course! You can email them directly by clicking on the names below, or call the church office during the week and they can schedule a time to meet with you or talk over the phone. The office is open M-F, 8:30-5:30 and can be reached at (706) 327-5743.
- Birth-PreSchool, Shenita Hodge, PreSchool Director
- Kindergarten-Fifth Grade, Keith Nicholson, Children’s Pastor
- Middle School (6th-8th Grade), Garrett Smith, Middle School Pastor
- High School (9th-12th Grade), Blake Moore, High School Pastor
- College (age 18-25), Bryan Chavarry, College Pastor
- Birth-PreSchool, Shenita Hodge, PreSchool Director
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Do I have to pay for childcare during service?
Absolutely not! There is no charge for your kids to participate in the Cascade Kids services each week. We do ask that parents help by volunteering in some way each month.
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How can I sign up for Baby Dedication?
You can either call the church office and ask to speak with Ms. Shenita, or click here.
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Do you offer care for special needs children?
Our Pure Joy Ministry is available for children ages 3 – 17 who have special needs. For more information, or to register your child for Pure Joy, click here.
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When do the Middle School, High School, and College Ministry groups meet?
- Middle School (grades 6-8) meets on Wednesdays at 6:30pm at the Student Center | For more information about the Middle School Ministry, click here.
- High School (grades 9-12) meets on Tuesdays at 6:30pm at the Student Center | For more information about the High School Ministry, click here.
- College Ministry (age 18-25) meets on Thursdays at 7:30pm at the Student Center | For more information about the College Ministry, click here.
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Do you have a grief recovery class?
GriefShare is a 13 week grief recovery support group that meets year round where you can find help and healing for the hurt of losing a loved one. This group meets on Mondays at 6:30PM and is facilitated by leader who has walked this road herself. To join or attend this group, or for more information on when the next session begins, contact Tabitha Heath.
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Do you have a group for addiction recovery?
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12 step program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain, or addiction of any kind. Celebrate Recovery is a safe place to find community and freedom from the issues that are controlling your life. This group meets here at Cascade Hills Church every Tuesday night at 6:30PM in our Main Worship Center to include a whole worship service and is open to the public at no charge.
For more information, click here.
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Do you have a group for children dealing with trauma, divorce, etc.?
Celebration Place is a ministry for kids k-5th grade that works alongside Celebrate Recovery. Sometimes the hurts, hang-ups, and habits that children struggle with go unnoticed. That’s why Celebration Place is so important. It’s a place where children ages K-5th grade can discover their own pathway to healing from all sorts of life’s challenges, parent divorce, loss of a loved one, the effects of being bullied, family struggles, parent struggles, the effects of social media, just life’s challenges in general.
For more information, click here.
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Do you of a group for teens dealing with trauma, addiction, etc.?
The Landing is a Christ-centered environment for Middle and High School students to be honest and open about their hurts, habits, and hang-ups. It’s Celebrate Recovery for teenagers! Whether addictions like alcohol or pornography, scars from the past like abuse or trauma, ongoing battles with insecurities and fears, family struggles or just issues we are facing in our culture such as social media, identity and purpose, we believe the plan for growth is the same. The Landing is a place to be real and to find real hope in a God whose redemptive power can overcome any struggle.
For more information, click here.
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Do you offer counseling here at the church?
No, Cascade Hills Church does not provide counseling services. However, our Care Team can assist with providing spiritual guidance, please click here and submit an intake form to our Care Team. This is a confidential form that will only be reviewed to make sure that we can provide you the care and services you are looking for. Please allow up to 72 hours to hear a response from our team. You may also call 706-327-5743, extension 228, to request a PDF version of the intake form.
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Can I have my wedding here at the church?
Please email Linda Ratliff for a complete Wedding info packet.
Please be mindful of the following:
1.) Both Pastors Bill & Brent Purvis are unable to officiate your wedding.
2.) No Saturday weddings on church campus.
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I’ve had a death in the family. Who do I need to contact at the church?
We’re so sorry for your loss. Please contact our care team at (706) 940-3695.
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I am having suicidal thoughts or know someone who is.
Please immediately find a staff member or a police officer on church grounds and make them aware of the situation.
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I have a prayer request. Who can I tell?
To request prayer please click here or call the office at (706) 327-5743.
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How do I get in a Sunday school class?
Here at Cascade Hills Church we don’t have traditional Sunday School Classes. We have Cascade U classes. Cascade U is where you can study ANY or ALL 66 books of the Bible. Our team has gathered qualified teachers from within our church family to offer all 66 books of the Bible throughout the course of a year. You’ll learn the essentials of each book in the Bible and learn how to apply it to your life on a daily basis. They meet on Saturday at 5pm and Sunday at 8am and 9am. You can click here to view all the courses available and sign-up.
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Can I teach a Bible Study class?
If you are interested in teaching a class here at Cascade Hills Church you can click here and select “Teach a Course.” Simply fill out the application and someone from our education team will be in touch to complete the process with you.
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Can I get help with signing up online for Cascade U or a LifeGroup?
Of course! If you need help signing up for Cascade U or LIFEgroups, you can email our Director of Education, Tabitha Heath.
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How do I join a LifeGroup?
To join a LIFEgroup, click here. Can’t find a group for you? You can also apply to Host a LIFEgroup at the same link.
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Do you have a singles ministry?
We have single’s LIFEgroups you can get involved in. To find or Host a LIFEgroup click here.
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Can I get help with signing up online for Cascade U or a LifeGroup?
Of course! If you need help signing up for Cascade U or LIFEgroups, you can email our Director of Education, Tabitha Heath.
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How do I become a member or transfer my letter from my old church?
Everyone is welcome at Cascade Hills Church! So what steps do you take if you have decided to call this place your home church? We like to think of being a part of Cascade Hills as being an owner, not just a member. What exactly is the difference? Think about it. When you become a member at a local gym, you want to know what benefits you get… 24-hour access, free towel service and childcare, just to name a few. But when you are the owner of something, you ask yourself what you can bring to the table… certain skills, ideas and even your time. We want you to feel like you can take ownership here at Cascade Hills. We are who we are because of our people, and we don’t take that for granted!
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Where can I find the churches doctrine?
We believe that sound Biblical doctrine is the foundation of a great church and a life. It is important that every member of this church know and understand the doctrines of Cascade Hills. We cover much of that doctrine at our monthly Starting Point events. We believe that the understanding of these doctrines will help your faith to be anchored properly so that you can enjoy the fruit of the Christian life.
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Is there a dress code for services?
Absolutely not! We encourage you to come as you are whether that means a full suit and tie or shorts and a t-shirt.
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What denomination is Cascade Hills?
Cascade Hills Church is affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention allowing us to join up with other churches in that affiliation in efforts to send missionaries out, asset in distastes relief funds, etc.
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Why did you drop “Baptist” from the name?
We want to remove any barriers that may keep an unchurched person from coming to Cascade Hills and experiencing God’s love. Being in the heart of the South, sometimes “Baptist” can have a negative connotation to those who may have grown up here.
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Where does the tithe go?
The tithes and offerings you give go to support missions around the world as well as pay for the day-to-day expenses of the church. Cascade Hills gives to missions through organizations such as The Southern Baptist Convention, Samaritan’s Purse, The American Red Cross, and Wycliffe Bible Translators, just to name a few.
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How often do we do communion?
We try to observe communion once a quarter.
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How do I become a Pastor’s Prayer Partner?
You can sign up to be a Pastor’s Prayer Partner by clicking here.
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My toddler doesn’t want to stay in Cascade Kids. Where can I watch the service?
While we think they’d be hooked once in Cascade Kids, we understand that sometimes it may not work. Our Family Room is located down the hall from the Main Worship Center and is set up with nice seating a TV streaming the service so that you won’t miss a thing.
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My newborn is still nursing. Is there somewhere I can go for privacy?
Our Mother’s Nursing Room is located down the hall from the Main Worship Center and is set up with nice seating and a TV streaming the service so that you won’t miss a thing.
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Is it possible for me to get Cascade apparel when The Lodge is closed?
Of course! You can shop online by clicking here.
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Can I rent or reserve sections of The Park for a party?
The Park is first-come-first-serve for all outside events. If you do arrive early to “save a spot” for a party, we do ask that you be courteous of others who are using the space.
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Can I reserve the indoor playground for a party?
At this time we are no renting out the indoor playground. The facility is only used on the weekends for our Cascade Kids Ministry.
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Why do we have so much security?
We want to make sure that everyone who comes on our campus feels safe from the moment they arrive until they leave the parking lot. We partner with the Columbus Police Department in order to provide security to create a safe and comfortable environment.
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Why the complete remodel of the Worship Center?
During COVID, our Online Family grew TREMENDOUSLY! For this reason, we made the decision to renovate our Worship Center to enhance the service experience for those in the room and those joining us each week online.
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Support Team
- Scott Dykes, Staff Administrator
- The Support Team members ensure that the day-to-day operations of the church run smoothly. Always feel free to reach out to the Support Team if you have any questions or concerns.
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Cascade Kids
- Birth-PreSchool, Shenita Hodge, PreSchool Director | For more information about the PreSchool Ministry, click here.
- Kindergarten-Fifth Grade, Keith Nicholson, Children’s Pastor | For more information about the Cascade Kids Ministry, click here.
- Birth-PreSchool, Shenita Hodge, PreSchool Director | For more information about the PreSchool Ministry, click here.
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Student Ministry
- Middle School (6th-8th Grade), Garrett Smith, Middle School Pastor | For more information about Middle School Ministry, click here.
- High School (9th-12th Grade), Blake Moore, High School Pastor | For more information about High School Ministry, click here.
- College (age 18-25), Bryan Chavarry, College Pastor | For more information about College Ministry, click here.
- Middle School (6th-8th Grade), Garrett Smith, Middle School Pastor | For more information about Middle School Ministry, click here.
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LifeGroups, Cascade U, Care Groups, P3, Starting Point
Tabitha Heath, Director of Education
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Care Ministry
- Bobby John Stevens, Associate Pastor
The Care Ministry strives to help care for the people of Cascade Hills by offering Pastoral assistance for hospital visits, funerals, weddings, baptisms or any other family need.
- Bobby John Stevens, Associate Pastor
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The Park at Cascade Hills
- Mat Pritchett, Park Manager | For more information about The Park, click here.
- The Park is open to the public. Park Hours: Daily: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Park hours are subject to change.)