Our Mission
To Illuminate Hope By Leading People to Follow Jesus
Our Vision
Elevate Christ
It’s not about us, it’s about Him. We Elevate Christ in all that we say and do—whether it be in our worship gatherings, or amongst community, we exist to see Jesus glorified.
John 3:30
John 3:30
Be Salt & Light
A life changed by Christ stands out. We will Be Salt in how we intentionally and continually grow our relationship with Jesus. We will also Be Light that points to Christ by simply letting our actions backup our words.
Matthew 5:13-16
Matthew 5:13-16
Make Disciples
We’re all about making disciples (followers) of Jesus. We are passionate about doing whatever we can to see people of all ages become lifelong followers of Christ.
Matthew 28:19
Matthew 28:19
Our Values
Gospel Centered
We believe the gospel is the good news of God’s grace invading the darkness of this world. Jesus Christ’s sacrifice on the cross satisfied God’s justice for our sins while also demonstrating God’s love and amazing grace for us. Therefore, we want all that takes place in our hearts, church and ministries to proceed from and be related to the gospel.
Romans 5:8
Romans 5:8
Community
We believe God has not called us to be alone in this journey. So we will be intentional about fostering a culture of multigenerational people who love, accept, honor, support, sharpen, encourage, inspire and serve one another.
Colossians 3:12-14
Colossians 3:12-14
Discipleship
We believe that we are always a work in progress, regardless of age or spiritual maturity. While Jesus has separated us from our sin, we will always be at war with our sin nature. So we will attack this nature intentionally by practically showing others how to live a life formed by the Holy Spirit that thrives in every season of life.
Colossians 3:10
Colossians 3:10
Humilty
We believe that as we humble ourselves under God, we unavoidably will humble ourselves before everyone else we encounter. We choose to see the Image of God in every person as they are created in His Image (Genesis 1:27), and therefore love them as Jesus loved us (John 13:34).
Micah 6:8
Micah 6:8
Next Generation
We believe children and youth are world changers. We commit to invest in, empower and release our NextGen to go make disciples today.
Psalm 78:5-7
Psalm 78:5-7
Stewards of Grace
We believe we are purposed and empowered. Just as we have been given grace, we believe that we must use the gifts, skills and resources God gives us. We do this with the eternal importance of others receiving the very same gift of grace so that lives are changed and Christ is elevated.
1 Peter 4:10-11
1 Peter 4:10-11
Our Beliefs
JESUS
THE FALL OF MAN
We believe that humans were created in the image of God, but fell from perfection and relationship with God by voluntary disobedience. (Romans 5:12)
THE PLAN OF REDEMPTION
We believe that while we were still sinners Jesus Christ died in our place; paying for all of our sins ‚ past, present and future. (John 3:16; Romans 5:8)
SALVATION THROUGH GRACE
We believe that salvation is totally an act of God’s grace that is accessed through faith in Jesus Christ. No person can be good enough to earn salvation, and “being good” does not contribute to receiving God’s love and favor (Ephesians 2:8, 13).
REPENTANCE AND ACCEPTANCE
We believe that, when people repent for their sins and accept Jesus as Lord and Savior, they are justified through Jesus’ sacrificial death on the cross. To repent means to be sorry for sins, but it also means to turn away from a sinful lifestyle. Accepting Christ means believing in Him as the only Savior. To be justified means being declared “not guilty” in regard to sin (Romans 10:9-10; 1 John 1:9).
THE NEW BIRTH
We believe that each one who receives Jesus as savior becomes a new person inside. (II Corinthians 5:17; Galatians 2:20)
DIVINE HEALING
We believe that divine healing is the power of Jesus Christ to heal in answer to the prayer of faith. (James 5:14-16)
We believe that humans were created in the image of God, but fell from perfection and relationship with God by voluntary disobedience. (Romans 5:12)
THE PLAN OF REDEMPTION
We believe that while we were still sinners Jesus Christ died in our place; paying for all of our sins ‚ past, present and future. (John 3:16; Romans 5:8)
SALVATION THROUGH GRACE
We believe that salvation is totally an act of God’s grace that is accessed through faith in Jesus Christ. No person can be good enough to earn salvation, and “being good” does not contribute to receiving God’s love and favor (Ephesians 2:8, 13).
REPENTANCE AND ACCEPTANCE
We believe that, when people repent for their sins and accept Jesus as Lord and Savior, they are justified through Jesus’ sacrificial death on the cross. To repent means to be sorry for sins, but it also means to turn away from a sinful lifestyle. Accepting Christ means believing in Him as the only Savior. To be justified means being declared “not guilty” in regard to sin (Romans 10:9-10; 1 John 1:9).
THE NEW BIRTH
We believe that each one who receives Jesus as savior becomes a new person inside. (II Corinthians 5:17; Galatians 2:20)
DIVINE HEALING
We believe that divine healing is the power of Jesus Christ to heal in answer to the prayer of faith. (James 5:14-16)
LIFE
FOLLOWERS OF JESUS
We believe that God expects and Jesus’ Followers should desire to live in obedience to God’s Word. (James 1:22)
EVANGELISM
We believe that winning people to Jesus is the most important responsibility of every believer. (James 5:20)
TITHES AND OFFERINGS
We believe that the method designed by God for the support and spread of His cause is the giving of tithes and free-will offerings.
(Malachi 3:10; II Corinthians 9:7)
MODERATION
We believe that a follower of Jesus’ daily walk and experience should never lead into extremes of fanaticism. (Philippians 4:5)
CHURCH RELATIONSHIP
We believe that it is essential for all believers to join with and become part of a congregation of other believers. It is important to worship together, observe the ordinances of the church, encourage and support one another, and work together to advance the Lord’s kingdom (Hebrews 10:24, 25).
CIVIL GOVERNMENT
We believe that civil government is established by divine appointment; civil laws should be upheld at all times except when they are in opposition to the Word of God (Romans 13:1-7).
We believe that God expects and Jesus’ Followers should desire to live in obedience to God’s Word. (James 1:22)
EVANGELISM
We believe that winning people to Jesus is the most important responsibility of every believer. (James 5:20)
TITHES AND OFFERINGS
We believe that the method designed by God for the support and spread of His cause is the giving of tithes and free-will offerings.
(Malachi 3:10; II Corinthians 9:7)
MODERATION
We believe that a follower of Jesus’ daily walk and experience should never lead into extremes of fanaticism. (Philippians 4:5)
CHURCH RELATIONSHIP
We believe that it is essential for all believers to join with and become part of a congregation of other believers. It is important to worship together, observe the ordinances of the church, encourage and support one another, and work together to advance the Lord’s kingdom (Hebrews 10:24, 25).
CIVIL GOVERNMENT
We believe that civil government is established by divine appointment; civil laws should be upheld at all times except when they are in opposition to the Word of God (Romans 13:1-7).
HOLY SPIRIT
THE BIBLE
We believe that the Bible is the inspired Word of God; it is absolutely true, enduring, and unchangeable (2 Timothy 3:16, 17. Matthew 24:35).
THE ETERNAL GOD
We believe that God is a three-person being: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. (II Corinthians 13:14)
WATER BAPTISM
We believe that all new believers should be baptized in water to publicly announce their new faith in Jesus Christ. Baptism also confirms that Christ is the Lord and King in each believer’s life (Romans 6:4).
COMMUNION
We believe in observing the Lord’s supper, or communion, just as Jesus instructed. This means that believers take the broken bread and the fruit of the vine as a remembrance and celebration of the new life that is theirs because of Jesus’ death on the cross and His resurrection. It is also looking forward to His return as triumphant King (1 Corinthians 11:24-26)
THE HOLY SPIRIT
We believe the Holy Spirit is the Person and the Power by which assistance and ability are given for serving and for sharing the life of God with others.
(Acts 1:8; 2:4)
THE SPIRIT-FORMED LIFE
We believe that it is the will of God for believers to be led and empowered daily by the Holy Spirit. (Ephesians 4:30-32)
THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT
We believe that a follower of Jesus should show spiritual fruit, such as love, as evidence of a Spirit-filled life. (Galatians 5:22)
THE GIFTS OF THE SPIRIT
We believe that the Holy Spirit has supernatural abilities to distribute to followers of Jesus. (I Corinthians 12:1-11)
We believe that the Bible is the inspired Word of God; it is absolutely true, enduring, and unchangeable (2 Timothy 3:16, 17. Matthew 24:35).
THE ETERNAL GOD
We believe that God is a three-person being: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. (II Corinthians 13:14)
WATER BAPTISM
We believe that all new believers should be baptized in water to publicly announce their new faith in Jesus Christ. Baptism also confirms that Christ is the Lord and King in each believer’s life (Romans 6:4).
COMMUNION
We believe in observing the Lord’s supper, or communion, just as Jesus instructed. This means that believers take the broken bread and the fruit of the vine as a remembrance and celebration of the new life that is theirs because of Jesus’ death on the cross and His resurrection. It is also looking forward to His return as triumphant King (1 Corinthians 11:24-26)
THE HOLY SPIRIT
We believe the Holy Spirit is the Person and the Power by which assistance and ability are given for serving and for sharing the life of God with others.
(Acts 1:8; 2:4)
THE SPIRIT-FORMED LIFE
We believe that it is the will of God for believers to be led and empowered daily by the Holy Spirit. (Ephesians 4:30-32)
THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT
We believe that a follower of Jesus should show spiritual fruit, such as love, as evidence of a Spirit-filled life. (Galatians 5:22)
THE GIFTS OF THE SPIRIT
We believe that the Holy Spirit has supernatural abilities to distribute to followers of Jesus. (I Corinthians 12:1-11)
ETERNITY
THE SECOND COMING OF CHRIST
We believe that the second coming of Christ is personal and imminent (Matthew 24:36, 42, 44; 1 Thessalonians 4:16, 17).
JUDGMENT
We believe that all shall stand some day before God to be judged; and there receive eternal life or eternal death. (II Corinthians 5:10)
HEAVEN
We believe that heaven is the beautiful and eternal home of those who have accepted Jesus as their Lord and Savior. (John 14:1-3; Revelation 7:15-17)
HELL
We believe that hell is a literal place of eternal torment for all who reject Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. (Revelation 20:10, 15)
We believe that the second coming of Christ is personal and imminent (Matthew 24:36, 42, 44; 1 Thessalonians 4:16, 17).
JUDGMENT
We believe that all shall stand some day before God to be judged; and there receive eternal life or eternal death. (II Corinthians 5:10)
HEAVEN
We believe that heaven is the beautiful and eternal home of those who have accepted Jesus as their Lord and Savior. (John 14:1-3; Revelation 7:15-17)
HELL
We believe that hell is a literal place of eternal torment for all who reject Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. (Revelation 20:10, 15)