Who We Are:  OUR CORE VALUES

These Core Values declare our ties with true Christians of all times and every place. We confess with them, the faith as embodied in the Apostle’s Creed and the Nicene Creed.

The Core Values express in greater detail the purpose of the denomination: “…to foster a fellowship of believers whose objective is to worship and obey the triune God, and to proclaim His gospel to all people.”

Experiencing God’s Love and Grace
We value the free gift of salvation in Christ Jesus and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit.

Believing the Bible
We value the Bible as God’s authoritative Word, study it together, and build our lives on its truth.

Worshiping God
We value heartfelt worship that is God-honoring, spirit-directed, and life-changing.

Following Jesus
We value wholehearted obedience to Christ Jesus through the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit.

Belonging to the Community of Faith
We value integrity in relationships and mutual accountability in an atmosphere of grace, love and acceptance.

Witnessing to the World
We value an active and loving witness for Christ to all people.

Serving Compassionately
We value serving others at their point of need, following the example of our Lord Jesus.

Pursuing Peace
We value all human life and promote forgiveness, understanding, reconciliation, and non-violent resolution and conflict.

Living Simply
We value uncluttered lives, which free us to love boldly, give generously, and serve joyfully.

Relying on God
We confess our dependence on God for everything, and seek to deepen our intimacy with Him by living prayerfully.