What We Believe

"THE THINGS WE BELIEVE AND CHERISH"

Often, people who are looking for a faith connection with a local
congregation will want to know "what does your church believe?"

Here is a very basic list of faith principles which are important to us:

*God, the Creator, is represented in both the Son, Jesus, and the
Holy Spirit sent to the church as guide and source of life

*Jesus, the Christ, was the living presence of God on earth,
and is the resurrected, living Lord of life

*The church is the "body of Christ", that is, the living presence of
Jesus in the world gathered to honor him and serve in his name

*The Bible is the guide for Christian living, revealing God's
purposes and desires for creation. Christians are able
to explore and interpret scripture according to their experiences rather
than being directed by creedal formulas.

*Christian unity in faith is very important. We are not
the only Christians, but Christians only. There is great
value and blessing in diversity of faith expression.

*Baptism, administered to adults by immersion, is a sign of one's
inclusion in the community of faith and a response to a personal confession that Jesus is Lord.

*The Lord's Supper, or Holy Communion, is a weekly celebration
remembering the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus

*Every member is called to mission - to do something in the
name of Jesus to serve God's people.