Core Values

1. The un-churched and pre-Christian.

We believe the church is the only organization that exists for its non-members. We will endeavor to create a spiritually and psychologically safe environment for the un-churched that provides the anonymity, time and terminology required for them to make an accurate consideration of the claims of Christ. Our value for lost people reflects that of Christ Jesus who came to seek and save the lost. This value must be reflected throughout the whole church. (Luke 15).

2. The transforming authority of the Bible.

We believe The Bible is the Word of God and has final power and authority for faith, practice and life transformation. The Word of God is foundational to our lives and ministry. Our goal is to understand and apply God's Word in our lives. Thus, Biblical teaching prioritizes transformation over information.

3. Prayer and a reliance on the power and guidance of the Holy Spirit.

We follow the disciple’s examples who were commanded to pray and wait for the Holy Spirit before going out to make disciples of all nations (Acts 1:8). We hold that prayer and a reliance on the Holy Spirit are foundational for all effective Christian work. This does not conflict with planning and strategizing provided they are done in co-operation with God's Spirit, and in accordance with God's Word.

4. Small group gathering and larger group celebrative worship services.

The church consists of both small group gatherings (Cell Life Groups) and large group celebrations. Cell Life Groups are the primary place for faith discovery, care, support, sharing of God's Word. They are not rigid structures but growing "cells" that multiply as God gives growth. Each structure should be emphasized and maintained for a balanced healthy growing church.

5. The presence of God in worship.

We seek a real and genuine presence of God in our worship. Our aim is to lead people into the presence of God in order to glorify God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit, as He works in the hearts of His people. We promote the freedom to be expressive in worship but reject pressure to conform. Believers are encouraged to worship and experience God in biblical ways with which they feel comfortable, while granting others the same privilege.

6. A commitment to excellence.

Excellence is doing the best you can with the resources you have been given, with the aim of reflecting the excellent God we serve. Excellence implies total commitment to God and wise management of all He has given us, whether our time, talents or treasures. Although we strive to do all things well we are willing to be innovative and take calculated risks. We prioritize quality over quantity, and we seek not to initiate a public event without adequate prayer, planning, preparation and practice.  We aim to routinely and rigorously evaluate the quality of all leadership and ministry efforts.

7. Cultural relevance and contemporary communication.

We believe the message of the Gospel is intended to be contextualized so that it can be understood in any given cultural context. We embrace various expressions of worship to God and proclamation of His truth. Clarity, intelligibility and simplicity are of top priority in the communication process.

8. Relational Christianity.

We believe that the Christian faith was founded on quality relationships and spread through relational networks. Our vision is to continue in this pattern. We affirm that the combination of redeemed people and God's Word planted in speech and action are the primary means God uses for evangelizing the World and helping believers to grow in faith. We desire to maintain a joyful element to our relationships and gatherings.

9. The ministry of every believer.

Every Christian has a "Divine Design" which is a unique mixing of Spirit imparted gifts, natural passions, temperaments and abilities. This gifting is to be discovered and used to the glory of God, for the building up of the church and the edification of believers. Since we all have different gifts we are fully committed to team ministry and will seek to develop all ministries with teams in mind.

10. The significance and integrity of each person.

We believe that the church must respect each person’s integrity both during the process of making a decision for Christ and in their subsequent journey of faith. We desire an environment that promotes realness and authenticity. Thus we encourage believers to be tolerant regarding matters of faith that are either clearly culturally bound or widely disputed among Christians.

11. Strong family relationships.

We recognize that the family, by God's design, is the building block of every culture. We value and promote biblical, loving relationships between husbands and wives, parents and children.

12. A positive emphasis on grace.

We believe, based upon what God has done in Jesus Christ, that our church should provide an environment of love, acceptance and forgiveness. Thus we strive to be positive in our ministry, motivating people to serve the Lord out of love and thankfulness, not guilt or fear. God's grace should lead us to be humble, vulnerable, approachable, open, and teachable.

13. Facilitative in leadership.

We have clear lines of authority and a specific mission mandate, vision, philosophy and strategy, yet we are adaptable in how these are worked out, realizing that there are many cultural and personal variables. We are flexible but focused, seeking to empower people to fulfill their calling. We are committed to a team approach to ministry.