Where we are working to do our part in bringing the Kingdom of God to earth, knowing that only Jesus can perfect this work.
Where we compassionately seek justice for the oppressed and the marginalized, knowing that they bear the image of God.
Where we gather to worship, longing for and inviting more of the presence of God.
Where we point people to Christ for their salvation and disciple them into a growing relationship with him.
A God-Honoring Community
Where we are fulfilling our core purpose as individuals and as a community: to be with God and bring glory to his name.
Where we gather to worship God as sacred, holy, and worthy.
A Christ-Centered Community
Where our theology is centered on the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Where Jesus is exalted and joyfully served as lord and king of his kingdom.
A Spirit-Filled Community
Where the fruits of the Spirit are abundant evidence of the work of the Holy Spirit.
Where the gifts of the Spirit are welcome and present; ministering to the church body in orderly, selfless, and God-honoring ways.
A Bible-Believing Community
Where the Bible authoritatively guides our belief and practice.
Where the Bible is taught faithfully and accurately.
Where there is an uncompromising commitment to the truth of the gospel.
A Life-Giving Community
Where we find joy in using our gifts to serve the body of Christ.
Where we live and give generously.
Where we meet each other’s spiritual and physical needs.
Where we encourage and build each other up.
Where we willingly give up some individual freedom to find community and purpose.
A Disciple-Making Community
Where we’re continually becoming more like Christ.
Where we make new disciples and welcome them into our community.
Where our Sunday gatherings equip Christians for mission in their context.
Where we are not isolated, but have strong and trusted presence in our local community.
A Relationship-Driven Community
Where spiritual formation and growth is driven by Christ-centered relationships, not by church programs.
Where we gather, are present, and engage each other in person.
Where we do the hard work of building deep, meaningful relationships.
Where we are committed to maintaining relationships within the church in the midst of differences of non-essential doctrine and opinions, believing that our differences make for a stronger and healthier church
Where relationships are healthy; maintaining boundaries, practicing forgiveness, and making peace.
A Faithfully-Led Community
Where strong and healthy teams of leaders make decisions and lead the church.
Where those in authority lead not through control, domineering, or manipulation; but through selflessness, relationship, openness, and accountability.
Where operations, decisions, and finances are handled with integrity and transparency.
Where leaders continue to grow and be developed.
A Family-Supporting Community
Where we effectively partner with parents to raise Christ-centered kids.
Where we invest in the health and strength of marriages.
Where we function as extended family, with a sense of shared responsibility for each other.
Where we fill in the gaps for single-parent and blended families.
