q Purpose Statement
· Our church exists to honor God and impact our community and world with the love of Jesus Christ.
q Vision Statement
· By the year 2020 First Assembly of God will be a healthy, growing church meeting the needs of 1500 people or more meeting on our fully developed campus with multiple venues.
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· Reaching lost people… because they matter to God
· Connecting with others… because we were meant to do life together
· Building believers… because God has a purpose for each life
· Sending disciples… because God works through people
q Core Values (internal values that govern the ministry, conduct, and relationships of the ministry)
o Prayer – We believe prayer reveals the heart and mind of God and gives eternal significance to all we do.
o Relevant Biblical Truth – We believe the church must proclaim Biblical truth in a culturally relevant manner.
o Families – We believe that Christ-centered homes are the foundation of a healthy church and community.
o Worship – We believe our ultimate purpose is to love, serve and glorify God.
o Missions – We believe the local church is God’s tool to fulfill the Great Commission.
o Pentecost – We believe the Holy Spirit empowers the church with supernatural gifts in order to effectively accomplish God’s purpose.
o Unity – We believe that the church must operate as a unified community of servants in order to fully reach its God-given potential.
o Spiritual Growth – We believe every believer must develop Christ-like character and identify, develop, and use their spiritual gifts to strengthen the church.
o Stewardship – We believe every believer is obligated to invest their time, talent, and financial resources effectively for the advancement of God’s kingdom
o Relationships – We believe that every Christian can and should enjoy life through a meaningful relationship with God and other believers.
q Key Objectives (the general areas in which our ministry efforts are directed)
o Raise the level of PRAYER.
o Increase BIBLE knowledge & application.
o Expand EVANGELISM & DISCIPLESHIP opportunities.
o Create & enhance LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT opportunities.
o Create a structure for COMPASSIONATE CARE.
o Increase LAY PERSON INVOLVEMENT.
o Increase the effectiveness of our ministry to CHILDREN & YOUTH.