Practices

  • Two people holding hands on a table, one wearing a black shirt and the other wearing a beige sweater.

    PRAYER

    Prayer connects us to God. We pray together often—before, during &after services & may lay hands on those we pray for.  

    1 Thessalonians 5:16–18; Luke 18:13–14; Mark 11:25; James 5:16 

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    WORSHIP

    Our worship is passionate & expressive. We use contemporary music, Psalms and hymns. We invite freedom in how we praise whether in silence, clapping, lifting hands, dancing & more.

    John 4:24; Psalm 95:6; Psalm 100 

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    WATER BAPTISM

    We practice believer’s baptism—an outward sign of inward faith. It’s a public declaration of following Jesus, not a means of salvation.

    Matthew 3:13–17; John 3:23; Acts 8:36–39; Acts 2:38 

  • HOLY SPIRIT BAPTISM

    The Holy Spirit empowers believers, speaks through God’s Word & equips us to serve & build up the Church.

    Matthew 3:11; Acts 1:2–5, 8; 8:12–18; 9:17; 10:32–48; 15:7–8; 19:1–6 

  • A sleeping baby lying on a soft surface being gently touched on the head by an adult's hand.

    CHILD DEDICATION

    We dedicate children as a way to thank God, commit to raising them in Christ & invite the church family to support that journey. Dedication is available to any age child.

    1 Samuel 1:27–28; Luke 2:22 

  • A Bible open to a page with the text: "This is my body, which is given for you." Luke 22:19, on a wooden surface.

    COMMUNION

    We have an open communion.  If you have accepted Jesus as your Lord and Saviour, you may partake here.  Communion is a way to remember and reflect on Christ’s sacrifice.  In communion the elements of wine and bread represent the shedding of Jesus’s blood and the breaking of Jesus’s body.

    Matthew 26:26–28; Acts 2:42; 1 Corinthians 11:17–34 

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    SPIRITUAL GIFTS

    We believe that spiritual gifts are God given and for today, to edify, encourage and comfort according to the scriptures. 

     1 Corinthians 12; Ephesians 4; Romans 12  

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    LIFE GROUPS/BIBLE STUDY

    We encourage everyone to belong to a Life Group.  They help us build meaningful relationships and grow spiritually through the study of God’s word and fellowship.  If you’re unfamiliar with the term Life Group, you can think of it much like a Bible study — but with an added emphasis on doing life together. While we study Scripture and learn together, we also share meals, pray for one another, support each other through challenges, celebrate victories, and build genuine Christian friendships.

    Life Groups provide a smaller, more personal setting where questions can be asked, faith can deepen, and real connection happens beyond Sunday mornings. Our heart is that everyone finds a place to belong, grow in Christ, and walk alongside others in faith.

    Acts 2:42–47; Hebrews 10:24–25; Galatians 6:2

  • A wooden collection box with a cross painted on it and a slot on top for donations, placed on a wooden table.

    TITHES & OFFERINGS

    We give joyfully, privately & obediently. Tithes can be placed in the giving box or given online. 

    Leviticus 27:30; Deuteronomy 16:17; Malachi 3:10; Proverbs 3:9–10; 2 Corinthians 9:7