We exist to encouraging and equipping people through relational ministry to live relationally healed, whole, and discipled in Jesus. Our ministry cultivates healthy mindsets and behaviors — teaching people to better hear God’s voice and live empowered by the Holy Spirit in every circumstance and relationship. Our vision is to see Christians enjoy life no matter what and live connected to God and people.
HEALED Our Heavenly Dad works miraculously to heal people’s hearts, minds, souls, and bodies.
WHOLE The Holy Spirit works through process to develop wholistic, life-giving mindsets and behaviors.
DISCIPLED Jesus, The pattern we follow, reveals how we are designed to think, feel, and behave.
| ABOUT OUR BELIEFS |
The doctrinal beliefs that lead us are founded upon the writings of Scripture, the teachings of the Apostles, and the traditions of the early Christian Church.1 We believe in...
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One God, the Father, almighty creator of Heaven and Earth (of all things visible and invisible).
Jesus Christ, the only-begotten Son of God (Light of Light, very God of very God, begotten, not made, being of one substance with the Father), our Lord (by whom all things were made). Conceived by the Holy Spirit (who for us men, and for our salvation, came down from heaven, and was incarnate by the Holy Spirit, was made man), he was born of the virgin, Mary. He suffered (crucified for us) under Pontius Pilate, and was crucified, dead, and buried. He descended into hell (to the dead) and on the third day He rose from the dead (according to Scripture). He ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty. He will come (with glory) to judge the living and the dead (whose kingdom shall have no end).
The Holy Spirit, (the Lord and Giver of life, who proceeds from the Father [and the Son], who with the Father and the Son together is worshipped and glorified, who spoke by the prophets.)
The holy catholic (and Apostolic) Church.2 The communion of the saints. We affirm (one baptism for) the forgiveness (and remission) of sins.
The resurrection of the body. And the life everlasting (in the world to come). Amen.
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1 i.e., The Apostles' and Nicene Creeds. The Apostles' Creed is so named not because it was produced by the Apostles themselves but because it contains a brief summary of their teachings.
2 i.e., The global church (the Body of Christ or Christians who live filled with the Holy Spirit) from all times and places.
Sex, Marriage, Gender, & Life
We believe that God has established marriage as a lifelong, exclusive relationship between one biologically born man and one biologically born woman. We believe all intimate sexual activity whether heterosexual, homosexual, or otherwise, outside of this marriage relationship, is unhealthy and unnatural and outside of God's design for humanity (Genesis 2.24-25; Exodus 20.14, 17; 22.19; Leviticus 18.22-23; 20.13, 15-16; Matthew 19.4-6, 9; Romans 1.18-31; I Corinthians 6.9-10, 15-20; I Timothy 1.8-11; Jude 7). We believe that God created the human race male and female and that all conduct with the intent to adopt a gender other than one’s birth gender is unhealthy and unnatural and outside of God's design for humanity (Genesis 1.27; Deuteronomy 22.5). Furthermore, we believe life begins at fertilization (conception) — when a new human embryo, the starting point for a human life, comes into existence with the formation of the one-celled zygote.
We believe that God has established marriage as a lifelong, exclusive relationship between one biologically born man and one biologically born woman. We believe all intimate sexual activity whether heterosexual, homosexual, or otherwise, outside of this marriage relationship, is unhealthy and unnatural and outside of God's design for humanity (Genesis 2.24-25; Exodus 20.14, 17; 22.19; Leviticus 18.22-23; 20.13, 15-16; Matthew 19.4-6, 9; Romans 1.18-31; I Corinthians 6.9-10, 15-20; I Timothy 1.8-11; Jude 7). We believe that God created the human race male and female and that all conduct with the intent to adopt a gender other than one’s birth gender is unhealthy and unnatural and outside of God's design for humanity (Genesis 1.27; Deuteronomy 22.5). Furthermore, we believe life begins at fertilization (conception) — when a new human embryo, the starting point for a human life, comes into existence with the formation of the one-celled zygote.
| ABOUT OUR VALUES |
Kingdom values shape our behavior and create cultural boundaries around what we expect from ourselves. These core values are unchanging truths that anchor us to the foundation from which we minister, serve, and relate to others. Therefore, we strive to value...
The Goodness of God
We trust God's plan is for our good and can make good out of anything bad. (John 10.10; Romans 2.4; 8.28)
We trust God's plan is for our good and can make good out of anything bad. (John 10.10; Romans 2.4; 8.28)
Spirit-Empowered Living
Jesus, empowered by the Holy Spirit, revealed that we can live relationally whole. (John 5.30; Galatians 5.16-26)
Jesus, empowered by the Holy Spirit, revealed that we can live relationally whole. (John 5.30; Galatians 5.16-26)
The Intrinsic Value of People
A person's identity is inherent to who they are — it's not based upon their lifestyles, beliefs, behaviors, or efforts. (Genesis 1.27; James 3.7-9)
A person's identity is inherent to who they are — it's not based upon their lifestyles, beliefs, behaviors, or efforts. (Genesis 1.27; James 3.7-9)
Ordinary & Extraordinary Growth
Maturity can happen through the process of time or a miraculous moment. (Romans 12.1-2; Luke 8.26-39)
Maturity can happen through the process of time or a miraculous moment. (Romans 12.1-2; Luke 8.26-39)
Risky Faith
Our faith demands that we take chances and dream beyond our knowledge and ability. (Philippians 4.4-7; Romans 14.23; Hebrews 11.6)
Our faith demands that we take chances and dream beyond our knowledge and ability. (Philippians 4.4-7; Romans 14.23; Hebrews 11.6)
| ABOUT OUR CULTURE |
The culture of Jesus' Kingdom is revealed by the safe and healthy atmostphere we build as a ministry for others to thrive. Therefore, we strive to be a culture that develops...
People who Honor Strengths
People excel and thrive when they're celebrated for who they are while not stumbling over who they are not. (Proverbs 19.11; 1 Corinthians 13.5; Colossians 3.13)
People excel and thrive when they're celebrated for who they are while not stumbling over who they are not. (Proverbs 19.11; 1 Corinthians 13.5; Colossians 3.13)
People who have Healthy Conflict
Confrontation — when seeking understanding and desiring the best for the other person — is healthy and necessary. (Matthew 5.23-24; 18.15)
Confrontation — when seeking understanding and desiring the best for the other person — is healthy and necessary. (Matthew 5.23-24; 18.15)
People who Assume the Best about Others
Believing the best about people’s actions and motives affirm their identity and guards against offense. (1 Corinthians 13.7)
Believing the best about people’s actions and motives affirm their identity and guards against offense. (1 Corinthians 13.7)
People who are Interdependent
Personal growth and maturity take place within vulnerable, purposeful, and caring relationships. (John 17.20-23; Ephesians 4.1-7; Colossians 3.12-13)
Personal growth and maturity take place within vulnerable, purposeful, and caring relationships. (John 17.20-23; Ephesians 4.1-7; Colossians 3.12-13)
People who Strive for Unity within Diversity
Working in harmony with others builds momentum but our differences are the keys to overcoming obstacles. (Romans 12.6-8; 1 Corinthians 12.4-6; Ephesians 4.11-16)
Working in harmony with others builds momentum but our differences are the keys to overcoming obstacles. (Romans 12.6-8; 1 Corinthians 12.4-6; Ephesians 4.11-16)
| ABOUT OUR BOARD |
An important aspect of our ministry culture is that we are people who are interdependent — our personal growth and maturity take place within vulnerable, purposeful, and caring relationships. Therefore, we submit to and seek out the prayers and counsel from our Nonprofit Board of Directors on both personal matters and ministry decisions through their intentional encouragement and consultation. Their wisdom and clarity have helped us navigate through difficult and uncertain circumstances.
Lacey Steel
Board Chair
Board Chair
Nathan Steel
Vice Chair
Vice Chair
Ed Valle
Secretary
Secretary
Phil Reeves
Board Member
Board Member
Joe Muck
Board Member
Board Member