Some of the older members were so upset at the concept of being born again that they left. The church is now an independent congregation affiliated with the Assemblies of God. Rungee moved services closer to a Pentecostal style, laying the groundwork for Miller's arrival. Werner, a member of the selection committee, said they were instantly impressed with Miller. From the beginning, Miller told congregants to worship in whatever way made them comfortable.
People express themselves in different ways.
The organ and tapes were replaced by drums, electric guitars and keyboard, a trumpet, and live singers. This change in music is part of a national trend, according to experts. Long, who completed a study of the debate between contemporary and traditional music for the Alban Institute in Maryland, said pastors across the country face a dilemma. While Werner liked the new music, he wasn't sure it would go over well. Helen Nerder, who grew up in a Pentecostal style of worship, welcomed the changes.