The DNA in every cell contains the essential information that defines who we are. Vital churches, bodies, have healthy DNA in every member of the body. Unity on the core values, bedrock beliefs, vision and motivating mission creates a permission-giving spirit and a positive ministry environment.
VISION:
A CHURCH FOR THE UN-CHURCHED, DE-CHURCHED, AND OVER-CHURCHED:
Our vision is to create an environment where people who don't normally go to church (or are tired of church as usual) feel welcomed and encouraged! We're a community of believers who place value on relationships more than religion.
ENCOUNTER CHRIST
Our primary mission is to provide an atmosphere in which people of all backgrounds can encounter the life changing presence of Jesus Christ through relevant, meaningful worship!
EXPLORE FAITH
The next part of our mission is to provide an atmosphere in which people can explore faith in Christ and receive answers to their spiritual questions.
ENGAGE OTHERS
The third key part of our mission is to engage as many people in our area with the positive message of Christ's love through acts of service!
CORE VALUES:
AUTHENTICITY
We believe it is important to be yourself!
RELEVANCE
We believe it is important to speak in practical ways that make sense to everyone!
EXCELLENCE
We believe it is important to give our best in everything we do!
BOLDNESS
We believe it is important to take risks to achieve great things!
COMMUNITY
We believe it is important to care for and encourage each other!
REPRODUCTION/GROWTH
We believe it is important for believers to produce new believers, for small groups to produce more small groups, for ministries to produce new ministries, and churches to produce new churches! This is how God builds/grows His Kingdom!
WE BELIEVE
the Bible is inspired by God and is without error as originally written. The Bible is God’s unique and final authority on Christian faith and practice.
(Psalm 119; Matthew 4:1-11; II Timothy 3:14-17)
WE BELIEVE
God created the universe as outlined in the Bible and He remains in charge of all things.
(Genesis 1:1-2:25; Colossians 1:15-17)
WE BELIEVE
God created human beings to have a close, intimate relationship with Him, but humans chose to disobey God and became separated from Him.
(Genesis 3; Romans 8:18-23)
WE BELIEVE
Jesus Christ gave up His position next to God to come to earth where He lived a sinless life. He voluntarily died on a cross to pay the price for our sins and then rose again thereby allowing us the possibility of a renewed relationship with God.
(John 1:1-16; John 3:16; Luke 9:21-22; Romans 6:6-11; Philippians 2:1-11)
WE BELIEVE
Jesus Christ is the only mediator between God and humanity.
(John 14:6; Acts 4:8-12; Colossians 1:18-20; i Timothy 2: 3-6; I John 2:20-23)
WE BELIEVE
all who accept the sacrifice of Christ on the cross are given the Holy Spirit to empower them to lead a life that will bring honor to God.
(Luke 11:9-13; John 3:1-8; John 15:15-17; Romans 8:1-17; Galatians 5:16-25)
WE BELIEVE
the church is a group of people God has designed for encouragement and support for believers while corporately glorifying God through various forms of worship and outreach.
(Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Acts 2:43-47; Hebrews 10:23-25)