Core Values

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God and His Word
We believe that our highest purpose individually and corporately is the glory of God. We also believe that God has chosen to reveal His person, His plan, and His promises in the Bible, His Word. With this thought, as a church we desire to make God and His Word central in all our ministries, in all our worship, in all our prayers, and in all aspects of life. (I Corinthians 10:31; 2 Timothy 3:16)

Equipping Believers
We believe that all Christians are called to participate in the work of the ministry. We want every individual to be available to God, following Him in loving obedience. Therefore, we want to provide teaching, relationships, and opportunities that prepare God’s people to live as salt and light in our world. (Luke 11:28; Ephesians 4:12-13, I Peter 2:9-12)

Multiplying Disciples
We believe God has called every believer to make disciples. Our hope is that all who know Christ would be involved in reaching the lost, building up believers, and teaching others to do the same. We want to be people who are committed to making disciples in our homes, in our community, and in our world. (Matthew 28:19-20; 2 Timothy 2:2)

Growing Together
We believe God intends for our life in Christ to be lived out together in unity. Our love for one another is a necessary encouragement to the faithful and an important testimony to the world. We seek to create an environment where all believers may find biblical fellowship and relationships that help them grow in their walk with Christ. (John 13:34-35; Hebrews 10:24-25)

Serving our Community
We believe that we should adopt the same attitude as Christ who came to serve and not to be served. Every believer is a part of the body and has been gifted to serve. We want all members of the body to use their gifts in service to the church and the surrounding community to the glory of God. (Matthew 20:26-28; 1 Corinthians 12:12-27)