VALUES - W.A.T.E.R.
W - Worship
The starting point of our ministry is God. That is why we start with Worship, because worship is taking our eyes off ourselves and intentionally focusing them on God. God is looking for worshippers (John 4:23). We want to be a community of people that worship God wholeheartedly (the opposite of Isaiah 29:13) and through "whatever we do, whether in word or deed" (Col. 3:17).
A - Authenticity
We value honesty and transparency. This is not to be a community group designed for niceties. Honesty will be expected from the music stand (we doubt we'll have a pulpit :o). Transparency will be encouraged in the Life Groups. We want this to be a place where young adults of all types feel safe and free to be who God has designed them each to be.
T - Truth
We are committed to truth as found in GodŐs Word. We will not welcome or engage anything claiming to be spiritual truth that cannot be found in the sound principles of the Holy Scriptures. However, we recognize that truth can be harsh, so we will strive to balance our firm commitment to truth with a strong commitment to grace. Our model is Jesus Christ who was "full of grace and truth" (John 1:14).
E - Evangelism
God has done an amazing thing: He paid the penalty of sin that every human being was indebted to pay. Many people have discovered this for themselves and have found life-freedom. What a shame it would be to not tell other people that their debt has been paid! We have been commanded by God to "go" (Matt. 28:18-20), to disperse from the confines of large group gatherings, to tell others about His goodness, sacrifice, love, and justice. Therefore, attenders of this community group (from ankle-deep to totally immersed) will be encouraged, trained, and sent out to tell those around them about the life-changing river of Jesus Christ.
R - Relationships
It's been said, "All effective ministry is birthed out of relationship." We are committed to seeing people get connected with others.