Here's our attempt at answering your most Frequently Asked Questions.
If we've left something out, give us a call or an email.
Frequently Asked Questions - General
So, you really have a Starbucks Café? What are its hours of operation?
Yes, we have a full service Starbucks Café inside the Central Campus (Lawrenceville). This café serves a full line of coffees, espressos, cappuccinos, teas, and other flavored beverages. We also carry many great snacks from danishes to granola.
The café is open during the following hours:
| Monday | 10am to 3pm | |
| Tuesday | 10am to 3pm | 6:45pm to 9:45pm |
| Wednesday | 10am to 3pm | 6:30pm to 9:30pm |
| Thursday | 10am to 3pm | |
| Friday | CLOSED | |
| Saturday | CLOSED | |
| Sunday | 8am to 2pm |
I’ve heard that your church gives a lot of stuff away for free?
Over 900 volunteers serve each and every Sunday to provide the community with an enjoyable and meaningful worship experience, and yes – it is free. As part of that experience, we have decided that everything we do should demonstrate our love for Christ and to model our core value of “giving ourselves away”. Examples of the free stuff:
- Free coffee (Central Campus only - we serve over 100 gallons every Sunday)
- Free children’s worship experience
- Free copies of the message on CD to give to your friends and neighbors
- Free parking
Can other organizations use the 12Stone® facility space for their ministry or community meetings? What about personal use?
Our campuses are used 7 days a week for many on-going activities and therefore we have limited facility space for other organizations. We have local church activities, community action events, and various projects in support of our local school system. You are welcome to contact the church office to make your request, but it is rare that we are able to host additional events outside of the current schedule.
The facilities are not available for personal use. The Hamilton Mill and Flowery Branch campuses are available for a limited number of weddings, subject to:
- There is a rental fee comparable to other similar facilities, and
- The worship centers are “as is” and cannot be redecorated
I left my car in your parking lot, and now its gone.
You caught me – that’s not a question (smile). If you attended a service and can’t find your car, please inform one of the volunteer parking team members (they are usually wearing the bright yellow “glow in the dark” shirts) and they will be glad to help you find your car. If you left your car overnight in the parking lot without permission, then we will assume that it has been abandoned and will have it towed
Can I get a copy of the church budget?
We conduct an annual financial audit to ensure our compliance with FASB and to prove the integrity of our financial systems. A copy of the annual audit is available upon request from the 12Stone® business office.
I am really struggling…how can I arrange to meet with someone to help me?
There are several reasons that you may need to meet with someone for assistance. Here are a few of the most common:
- Benevolence - If you are seeking financial assistance, 12Stone® is a financial underwriter of numerous community resources (such as the Lawrenceville Cooperative Ministry). We have found that our best method to assist you is to partner with these organizations, who best understand how to help you. Contact the Gwinnett Coalition to find the resources you need.
- Prayer - The 12Stone® prayer team receives prayer requests 24 hours a day by email at prayer@12Stone.com. If you would like to be prayed over, the prayer team gathers at the Central Campus – Lawrenceville on the 2nd Monday night of every month (7:30pm).
- Pastors - Each campus has a designated Pastor-on-call who can assist you. Contact the church office (678-990-8100) to arrange a meeting.
- Counseling - 12Stone® does not have professional counselors or therapists on staff, but we partner with several in the greater Atlanta area. In most cases a preliminary meeting with one of our staff pastors is encouraged before referral. To schedule an appointment with a staff pastor please call 678-990-8100 and ask to speak with the pastor on call.
How do I sign up to participate in a mission trip?
Click here for a list of upcoming mission trips and to learn how to join.
Tell me more about 12Stone®. What are your core beliefs?
There is way to much to explain here so check out the statement of beliefs page.
I am [staff or volunteer] at another church. Can I arrange a tour of the building? What other resources do you have to help my church?
Many churches and other leaders have assisted us in our journey (which began in 1987 – click here for the story, and we would be glad to pass along the favor to your church.
