Mission Statement

To draw our community into life with Christ

Philosophy & Purpose:

The church is people. It’s not a building. It’s not an organization. It’s not a social club. It is people who have been forgiven by God and granted eternal life through the work of Jesus Christ. The church has no greater purpose than to love God and be loved by Him. This brings God great pleasure.

The church that is in love with God will express that love in the following five areas:

• Worship – Our acts and attitudes of celebrating God
• Fellowship – Fulfilling our role in the body of Christ
• Discipleship – Helping each other mature into the likeness of Christ
• Ministry – Our acts of love on behalf of Christ
• Evangelism – Sharing with others the reason for the hope that we have in Christ

Vision & Values

Our church has life.

We don’t just warm the pews on Sunday morning – we live out life with God every day of the week. And this life is highly contagious – people can see life in us and they want it for themselves.

Our church is authentic.

We are a place where people can develop real relationships with each other – and with God. God can see through any facade, so we strive to be upfront and authentic with God and with each other. We don’t just do things because of tradition or routine. We do things because they are important and effective in accomplishing our purposes.

Our church feels like home.

No matter where people are in their journey with God, they feel welcome and important. Each person is seen as family and is treated as such.

Our church is effective.

Our mandate is to make disciples of all the world and we are actively and effectively accomplishing that goal. The Bible is taught clearly and creatively so that every person can understand and obey the truths of Scripture. Prayer is a major part all activities, because we seek God’s direction in everything we do. As the Holy Spirit guides us, we clearly explain the Gospel of Jesus Christ to those in our sphere of influence who have no relationship with God. Newer Christians are discipled toward maturity in Christ by more mature Christians. All believers, regardless of Christian maturity, are encouraged and built up by each other so that the church becomes even stronger and more effective.

Our church is a hub in our community.

We are an integral part of our community. We are actively involved in a variety of community programs and events, both as a church and as individuals. This increases our sphere of influence and allows us many more opportunities to reach our community for Christ.

Our church glorifies God.

Although we are not perfect, we strive for excellence in everything we do, as our actions are a reflection of our God. Anything good that happens in and through our church is because of God and all praise goes to Him.

We believe:

1. In the existence of one eternal God existing in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
2. In the verbal inspiration of the Holy Scriptures as originally given by God.
3. In the sinfulness of all men.
4. That all sin must be punished by a Holy and just God.
5. That eternal punishment is to be the pentalty for sin.
6. That man cannot redeem himself.
7. That God, in love, provided a substitute for man so that there would be pardon available.
8. That forgiveness from God comes as a result of repentance and acceptance of Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
9. That a Christian is governed by God. As such, he is a child of God and is to have a changed life which shows a turn from darkness to light.