our
vision
We
are a community where people are whole-heartedly devoted to Christ,
irrevocably committed to each other, thoroughly equipped for service
and relentlessly dedicated to reaching people for Christ.
A
community where people grow in their relationship with God through
Scripture, prayer and worship producing dramatically changed lives
that impact others.
An
authentic community where people feel they belong, are accepted
and find friends who become family.
A
joy-filled, caring, safe community for the hurting, where connecting
and strengthening occur in the midst of life’s difficulties.
A
community committed to building lifelong marriages, strong families,
fulfilled singles and thriving young people and children.
A
community in which everyone, whatever their life-stage or age,
is equipped to use his/her gifts, to fulfill the purposes for
which God placed him/her on Earth, and where both leaders and
followers are empowered to serve.
A
community committed to being an irresistible influence in reaching
others for Christ in our neighborhoods, our cities and around
the world.
our
mission
Faith
Church exists to fulfill Christ's Great Commission: "To make
more and better disciples around the world" (Matthew 28:19).
What
Will We Prioritize to Accomplish Our Mission?
With
God's guidance and power, we will fulfill our mission by focusing
on five ministry priorities: Exalting God (Psalm 150), Evangelizing
the World (Acts 1:8), Equipping Believers (Ephesians 4:12), Encouraging
each other (Hebrews 10:24,25), and Extending His Church (Matthew
16:18).
What
Principles Will Guide Us as We Pursue this Mission?
Based
on our understanding of scripture, we embrace these core values
and operating principles...
In
Regard to Our God
A
personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ is foundational
to all we say and do
Our
final authority is the Bible
God
is the source of our ministry direction, power, and growth
We
sincerely believe that prayer makes a critical difference in all
that we attempt
We
steadfastly purpose to give glory to God rather than ourselves
Through
faith, we anticipate that God will exceed our expectations
In
regard to Ourselves
We
encourage believers to use their spiritual gifts and to reach
their God-given potential
We
value an equipped, involved laity
We
entrust ministry to our laity
We
value our singles, couples, and families
We
seek to support and train our parents to fulfill their responsibilities
We
supplement the role of parents with effective children and youth
ministries
In
regard to Our Leaders
Our
leadership is plural
Our
leadership is earned
Our
leaders lead by servanthood, example, and godly character
Our
pastors major on equipping the body
In
regard to Our Ministry Style
Our
ministry emphasizes small groups
Our
ministry is grace-based
Our
ministry is local and global
We
welcome innovation
We
provide clear discipleship tracks
We
minister to all, and do not neglect the poor or broken-hearted
We
expect ministry to bring joy, demand sacrifice, and include spiritual
battles
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