{"id":77,"date":"2014-06-11T17:19:38","date_gmt":"2014-06-11T17:19:38","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/f100597.wpengine.com\/?page_id=77"},"modified":"2015-01-05T20:38:29","modified_gmt":"2015-01-05T20:38:29","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/hosannaag.com\/?page_id=77","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>Hosanna is\u00a0 a multicultural Church Family<\/em>\u00a0 who are\u00a0 deeply committed\u00a0 to proclaiming\u00a0 the Gospel of Jesus Christ in a world where people are seeking help,\u00a0 healing, and\u00a0 hope, . Our church focuses on 5 purposes. Each purpose provides a meaningful place for people to\u00a0connect\u00a0 and find opportunity\u00a0for\u00a0 Spiritual development\u00a0 and\u00a0 Christian Service.<\/p>\n<p>The five purposes are:<\/p>\n<p>1)\u00a0<strong>WORSHIP THROUGH RELATIONSHIP<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Worship starts with a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.<\/p>\n<p>2)\u00a0<strong>DISCIPLESHIP THROUGH TEACHING<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Committed to a life of spiritual maturity in our faith in Christ.<\/p>\n<p>3)\u00a0<strong>FELLOWSHIP THROUGH COMMUNITY<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Developing lifelong relationships with God\u2019s people.<\/p>\n<p>4)\u00a0<strong>EVANGELISM THROUGH OUTREACH<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Being part of God\u2019s Global Mission in the world.<\/p>\n<p>5)\u00a0<strong>MINISTRY THROUGH SERVICE<\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; Using our spiritual gifts to build up the Body of Christ in Ministry Teams.<\/p>\n<p>HOSANNA CHURCH provides an environment for\u00a0<strong>Worship, Discipleship, Fellowship, Outreach, and\u00a0Service<\/strong>\u00a0to help you live out your faith in the world wholeheartedly. If our church may serve you now or in the near future, please let us know.<\/p>\n<h3>Our Position in the Christian Community<\/h3>\n<p>Currently the Assemblies of God USA and Assemblies of God organizations around the world make up the world&#8217;s largest Pentecostal denomination with some 51 million members and adherents. Hosanna Church is affiliated with this Fellowship.<br \/>\n<strong>Protestant<\/strong><br \/>\nThe Assemblies of God is a Protestant fellowship. We believe each person may commune directly with God based on Jesus&#8217; death on the cross. This provides a personal and meaningful relationship with Him. While we are less formal in our worship to God than many protestant denominations, the Assemblies of God is very similar in faith, with the exception of its Pentecostal doctrine (Hebrews 4:14-16; 6:20; Ephesians 2:18).<br \/>\n<strong>Trinitarian<\/strong><br \/>\nLike most Christian groups the Assemblies of God believes God exists in three persons &#8212; the Father, Son (Jesus), and Holy Spirit. We believe all three are alive and at work today. We also believe this God of three persons is the one and only true God (Matthew 28:9; Luke 3:22; 2 Corinthians 13:14).<br \/>\n<strong>Evangelical<\/strong><br \/>\nThe Assemblies of God is notably classified as Evangelical. The church is distinguished as such because it places high priority on the inspiration of Scripture and its mission to bring the lost to a saving knowledge and relationship with Jesus Christ.<br \/>\n<strong>Pentecostal<\/strong><br \/>\nThe most definitive identification of the Assemblies of God is Pentecostal. Just as it was founded in 1914, the Fellowship remains a full gospel church\u2014one where the fullness of the Holy Spirit is welcomed, nurtured, and taught. This includes speaking in tongues as the initial physical evidence of the Baptism in the Holy Spirit. Other manifestations of the Holy Spirit embraced by the church include: messages in tongues with interpretations, prophecies, word of knowledge, and the complete offering of the gifts and fruit of the Holy Spirit as indicated in the Bible. Among Pentecostal churches\u2014the Assemblies of God is largest worldwide with over 52 million constituents.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What can I Expect?<\/strong><br \/>\nWhen you walk in the door, you&#8217;ll be welcomed by a smiling face. Whether you&#8217;re looking for a place to sit, some free coffee, childcare, a discipleship class, or just want more information, someone is always nearby to help you.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What are the services like?<\/strong><br \/>\nHosanna\u2019s Worship services are designed to offer an environment of dynamic worship . Feel free to sit, kneel, stand, clap, dance or lift your hands during the worship time, knowing that worship is about connecting with God, and not external appearances.<\/p>\n<p>Personal prayer is always available during the Worship Service. At the appropriate time, feel free to come forward to the altar to receive prayer for any of your needs.<\/p>\n<p>A typical service includes worship, a brief transition of prayer and offering, followed by a sermon based upon the Bible.\u00a0To get a feel for what Hosanna\u2019s sermons are like, select one of our media options on the <a title=\"media\" href=\"http:\/\/f100597.wpengine.com\/sermons\/\" target=\"_blank\">media<\/a> page.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When should I arrive?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sunday Discipleship classes for all ages start at 9:30am. Sunday Worship Service starts at 11:00 am. Prior to the Service from 10:30-10:50am Refreshments are available for those who would like to have a cup of coffee, meet new people, and find a seat.<\/p>\n<p>Wednesday Night for Learning (WNFL) begins at 7:00pm and ends at 8:30pm.<\/p>\n<p>There is plenting of parking space and spaces for handicap. If you arrive a bit late, it\u2019s never a problem at Hosanna Church. You will find friendly and knowledgeable hosts in the lobby, eager and willing to help you with any needs.<\/p>\n<p><strong> What should I wear?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Attire at Hosanna Church ranges from business suits to casual jeans and a shirt. Our goal is not to impress others or hold a fashion show; it is to connect with God. So, wear what makes you feel most comfortable!<\/p>\n<p><strong>What about my children?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Children are some of the most important people we have in Church. Elementary (grades 1-5) and preschool (K3-K5) children have Sunday Children Church designed for their unique needs during all services. A Nursery (birth \u2013 age 2) is available during Service. Visit our <a title=\"Children's Ministry Page\" href=\"http:\/\/f100597.wpengine.com\/children\/\" target=\"_blank\">Children\u2019s Ministry page<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How do I get to Hosanna Church?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Hosanna Church is located at 9855 Culebra Rd, San Antonio, Texas. Click on our <a title=\"Contact and Directions page\" href=\"http:\/\/f100597.wpengine.com\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\">Contact and Directions page<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n<p><strong>We hope to see you soon at Hosanna Assembly of God Church!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hosanna is\u00a0 a multicultural Church Family\u00a0 who are\u00a0 deeply committed\u00a0 to proclaiming\u00a0 the Gospel of Jesus Christ in a world where people are seeking help,\u00a0 healing, and\u00a0 hope, . 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