Our Values

Empowered leadership
Leaders focus on equipping and training other Christians to do ministry; leaders are committed wholly to our church visioin, mission and values.
Ephesians 4:12

Gift-oriented ministry
Ministry tasks are distributed according to the spiritual gifts of the people; nearly every Christian is using his/her God-given gifts to build up the Body of Christ.
1 Peter 4:10

Passionate spirituality
The spiritual lives of the church members are characterized by prayer, enthusiasm, and boldness; most members live out their faith with power and contagious enthusiasm.
Romans 12:11-12

Functional structures
The forms, practices, and structures of the church are designed to most effectively accomplish ministry in this time and place (form follows function); church structures are evaluated as to whether or not they contribute to our vsion and mission.
Mark 2:27

Inspiring worship
Worship is inspiring and uplifting.  It occurs in the lives of people on a daily basis, with the high point for our congregation occuring during our corporate worship service.
1 Thessalonians 5:16-19

Holistic small groups
There is a continuous multiplication of small groups that meet the real needs of people; the loving and healing power of fellowship is experienced in these groups.
Acts 2:46-47

Need-oriented evangelism
Evangelistic activities relate directly to the needs of the people the church is trying to reach; nearly all Christians use their spiritual gifts to help fulfill our missoin.
1 Corinthians 9:20-22

Loving relationships
Relationships among the members of the church are characterized by a high level of loving affection; Christ's love permeates nearly all church activities.
John 13:34-35