Our Scriptural Foundation

Our core values are grounded by the Scriptures. They are:

• Priesthood of All Believers (I Peter 2:5-10): We are committed to mutual collaboration between laity and clergy in ministry.
• The Lost Coin, Sheep and Child (Luke 15) We recognize the inherent value and dignity of each person.
• Love One Another (John 13:34-35) We are committed to expressing love for one another by encouraging each individual to develop high self-esteem, being a servant to one another, and showing respect to each person.
• Not Ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ (Romans 1:16) We are committed to boldness in proclamation and excellence in ministry.
• Go Into All the World (Matthew 28:19-20) We are passionately committed to reaching all people with the Good News.
• Run the Race (Hebrews 12:1-2) We minister with persistent and enduring faith.
• House of Prayer for All People (Isaiah 56:7) Our ministry in every arena reflects a commitment to justice and inclusively, non-discrimination, and equal access by and opportunity for all.
• Being Good Stewards (I Peter 4:10) We wisely utilize the gifts God has given to us.
• Created in God’s Image (Genesis 1:27) We are committed to each person’s growth toward wholeness in body, mind, and spirit, and full integration of spirituality and sexuality

Does your church embrace certain Sacraments ?

This Church embraces two holy Sacraments:

• Baptism by water and the Spirit, as recorded in the Scriptures, shall be a sign of the dedication of each life to God and God's service. Through the words and acts of this sacrament, the recipient is identified as God's own Child.
• Holy Communion is the partaking of the blessed bread and fruit of the vine in accordance with the words of Jesus, our Sovereign: "This is my body. This is my blood." (Matt.26:26:28). All who believe, confess, repent and seek God's love through Christ, after examining their consciences, may freely participate in Jesus Christ's resurrection, and to commit their lives anew to the service of Jesus Christ.

Rites of the Church

The rites of the church as performed by its duly authorized ministers shall consist of the following:

The Rite of Ordination is the setting apart of duly qualified persons for the professional ministry of this church. It is evidenced by the laying on of hands by authorized ordained clergy in accordance with the by-laws of this denomination.

The Rite of Attaining Membership in the Church shall be conducted by the pastor or pastoral leader before the local congregation at any regular worship service. After completing classes for instruction on beliefs and doctrines of the church, a baptized Christian may become a member is good standing of the local church group through a letter of transfer from a recognized Christian body or through affirmation of faith.

The Rite of Holy Union and the Rite of Holy Matrimony are the spiritual joining of two persons in a manner fitting and proper by a duly authorized clergy of the church. After both persons have been counseled and appraised of their responsibilities one towards the other, this rite of conferring God's blessing may be performed.

The Rite of Funeral or Rite of Memorial Service is to be fittingly conducted by the ministers of the church for the deceased.

The Rite of Laying on of Hands or prayer for the healing of the sick in mind, body or spirit is to be conducted by the ministers of the church, at their discretion, upon request.

The Rite of Blessing may be conducted by the ministers of the church for persons, things and relationships, where deemed appropriate by the minister. This includes the dedication of a church building to the glory of God.