Our Core Values

People matter to God and to us.
We don't exist solely for ourselves. The Urban Church is about people.

Acceptance first, growth next.
We are all imperfect people, so we accept people as they are yet strive to help one another grow to become more like Jesus. Growth happens best in the context of spiritual, loving relationships.

Authenticity.
We will be genuine and loving instead of merely playing church. We believe in "keeping it real".

Full devotion to Christ.
Each of us is on a journey to go from simple belief to fully devoted followers of Jesus.

Every member is a minister.
We are all part of helping people become committed Christians and helping each other live life.

We're all in partnership with God to reach all who don't know Him.
We accomplish this through genuine relationships.  

To help bring racial unity & acceptance in our community.
To be a place that reflects the diversity of God's creation where all people can worship the colorless God together.

Prayer.
Without God and His blessing, we can do nothing!

Sacrificing self interest for God's interest and for others.
It's not about us.

To be a church for people who don't like church.
We don't do church for people who already attend a church. We do church for those who don't.

Changing methods - Unchanging message. ("By All Means")
We will have culturally relevant communication and church experience without compromising God's timeless truth.

Excellence honors God.
We will give our best to God in all areas of life.

To start more churches.
Church planting is essential to reaching the masses. A church shouldn't be too large for people to experience significance.