About the Church of Christ

The Church of Christ is a non-denominational Christian church, affiliated with the Christian Churches / Churches of Christ, and a member of the Willow Creek Assocation.

Statement of Faith

OUR PURPOSE

Our purpose is to know Christ and to make Him known. (2 Corinthians 5:17-20, Mark 16:15)

 

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to fulfill the Great Commission by encouraging and equipping people to pursue intimacy with God, maturity in Christ, and community with neighbors.  (Matthew 28:19-20)

 

OUR CORE BELIEFS   

Biblical authority

The bible is the uniquely inspired and authoritative word of God, and our final authority for theology, faith, and practice. (2 Timothy 3:16; Romans 15:4; Hebrews 4:12)

One God

There is one God, creator of the universe, and eternally existing in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

(John 1:1, 14; 2 Corinthians 3:17)

The Father

The Father is supreme Lord over all creation, and is the source of all energy, power, and knowledge. (Matthew 24:36; 1 Corinthians 8:6; Ephesians 4:6)

Jesus Christ

Jesus Christ, the Son and revealing of the Father, miraculously born from a virgin, fully human and yet fully God.  He lived a sinless life, died for the sins of mankind, rose from the dead, and lives today as Head of His church. (Matthew 1:23; Mark 1:1; John 10:30; Romans 5:8; Hebrews 7:24)

The Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit is the presence of God in His church.  He indwells and empowers the believer to live a life of redemption. (1 John 4:13; Romans 8:4)

Salvation

Man was originally created perfect in the image of God, but fell into sin.  God in His grace offers redemption and forgiveness for the sinner by faith in the blood of Christ.  (Acts 13:28; Colossians 1:14)

The Church

The church is the body of Christ in this world, consisting of all who are made new by the Holy Spirit and joined to Christ by faith. (Matthew 16:18; 1 Timothy 3:15)

Jesus is coming again

Christ will return to earth one day to complete history and fulfill God’s eternal plan. (Acts 1:11; Revelation 1:7)

Baptism and Communion

We understand that the Bible teaches a believer’s baptism by immersion. (Mark 16:16) The Lord’s Supper was given by Christ as memorial to His sacrifice, and should be celebrated regularly until His return. (1 Corinthians 11:24-25)

 

OUR CORE VALUES are specific ideals or principles that we feel are vital to effective ministry.

Relationships

The Greatest Commandments given in Scripture are 1) to love God, and 2) to love our neighbor.  We feel that relationships - both with God and with one another - are priority in the life of our church. (Luke 10:27)

Discipleship

Followers of Jesus Christ are to be engaged in a life-long process of being transformed into His image and character, including the development and use of their spiritual gifts. (Romans 8:29; Romans 12:2; 2 Corinthians 3:18; 1 Corinthians 12:4-31)

Relevant Ministry

The ministry of the church intentionally seeks to connect with the needs of our church body and of our community in practical and non-judgmental ways. (1 Corinthians 9:19-23)

Lost people matter

Those without a personal relationship with Christ are of great concern to God.  Therefore we seek to share Christ locally, nationally, and overseas.  (Luke 19:10; Luke 15:3-32)

Servant Leadership

Under the guidance of our elders, deacons, and staff, each person is equipped and empowered to serve in ministry.  (Ephesians 4:11-16)

Stewardship

Our time, abilities, and possessions belong to God, entrusted into our care to leverage for His kingdom’s purposes. (Luke 16:10-12; Matthew 25:14-29)

Excellence

Excellence in every ministry honors God and inspires people.  (Colossians 3:23)