We
are building community through meaningful relationships...
...with
non-Christians, one-on-one or in families, in our living rooms,
in dinner parties, in cafes, in neighborhood associations, in PTAs- in whatever
comfortable setting that will allow engaging with them so that they
may
see the love of Christ and understand that historic Christianity is
relevant to all of life.
There
is spiritual transformation in the community neighborhood...
...as
we love our neighbor by extending the same mercy we receive, serving
the needy, promoting justice and seeking ways to promote its
welfare.
We envision being a people with discerning eyes and tender hearts toward
God’s world and our neighbor, looking for every opportunity to
engage in Kingdom evangelism: demonstrating gospel motivated good works,
living as light and salt, and faithfully proclaiming the gospel message.
There
are multiple small home groups serving as a microcosm of and a “side
door” to the larger body life...
...where seekers
are welcomed to witness the truth and power of the gospel actively
transforming the lives of redeemed sinners living by grace. We envision
these small
groups exhibiting patient understanding, reliance on grace, freedom
for authenticity and vital prayer for each person in his Spirit-paced journey
of faith.
Ethnic
diversity is celebrated...
...the God honoring aspects of each
culture will be embraced while sinful aspects will be challenged by the
truth. We envision reconciliation between different races and socioeconomic
classes.
There
are restored family relationships,
...fathers graciously serving
as humble heads of their homes and each member fulfilling their biblical
roles, strong marriages, children honoring those in authority, and
proper
stewardship of financial and material resources.
All
of life as worship is seen as worship.
We envision our corporate
worship of God to be culturally appropriate, rooted in scriptural truth
and characterized by joy and intimate reverence. The informal service
will blend contemporary and traditional songs which engage our minds
and affections. Christ-centered, expository preaching will provide “light
and heat” relevant for the entire family.