Core Beliefs
- We believe in the Authority of Scriptures.
- We believe in the Tri-une Godhead. (Father, Son, Holy Spirit)
- We believe in the full deity and full humanity of Christ.
- We believe in the substitutionary atonement of Christ.
- We believe in salvation by grace, through faith alone in Christ alone.
- We believe in the virgin birth of Christ, his visible and bodily resurrection, and his visible and bodily return.
- We believe in the priesthood of the believer. (Every member ministry)
Guiding Principles
- Worship one, serve one
- Always room for one more
- Truth travels best the road of relationships
- Worship/Small Groups
- Biblical fidelity/Cultural relevancy
- It's not about us; it's about Him
- Grace-based
- Excellence with integrity
- In essentials - Unity / In non-essentials - Liberty / In all things - Charity
- Servant Leadership
- High tech / high touch
- Name nowwhere, finger prints everywhere
- Kids matter to God and to the church
- Love God / Love others
- Church health above Church growth
- Mission/Vision driven, not opportunity driven
- Think globally / act locally
- Anonymity of gifts and donors
Core Values
- Because we value truth, the Bible is our anchor and compass.
- Because we value relationships, we love, evangelize, disciple and serve together in the name of Jesus Christ.
- Because we value accountability, we entrust our lives, attitudes, and actions to God and one another.
- Because we value the Gospel, Jesus Christ is central to everything we do.
- Because we value generosity, we live selflessly through stewardship of time, talent, treasure.
- Because we value life-change, we celebrate the transforming power of Christ.
- Because we value team, we serve effectively and efficiently through collaboration and cooperation with others.