Values: Our Core Commitments
1. Passionate faith (Philippians 3:12-14)
We value:
- Clear, explicit devotion to Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord;
- The Bible as the word of God, focusing on life application;
- An active life of prayer.
2. Rich heritage (2 Timothy 1:4-7)
We value:
- New Testament ordinances lifted up in our Brethren heritage: believer's baptism, the Love Feast and annointing for healing.
- The New Testament as our creed.
- Peace and reconciliation.
3. Loving fellowship (I Peter 1:22-23)
We value:
- A sense of family in Christ;
- Openness and tolerance of diversity within Biblical boundaries;
- Warmth and friendliness.
4. Practical witness (James 2:14-17)
We value:
- Acts of kindness to those who are ill and in need;
- Acts of service to those who are hungry and without shelter;
- Acts of evangelism to those who have yet to know Christ.
Vision: Our Dream for the Future
We will multiply the number of persons turning to Jesus Christ by multiplying the number of opportunities for spiritual growth and Biblical outreach.
Mission: Our Purpose and Reason for Existence
The Frederick Church of the Brethren is a place of welcome, where people find peace, purpose and power through Jesus Christ.
Priorities: Our Areas Of Focus
- Worship: we are planned for God's pleasure. We will glorify God, giving praise to the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
- Fellowship: we are formed for God's Family. We will connect with each other, strengthening our identity as the Body of Christ.
- Discipleship: we are created to become like Christ. We will grow deeper in God's Word--and a lifestyle, transformed by Jesus.
- Ministry: we are shaped for serving God. We will discover our spiritual gifts, 'building up' the church, along with "giving our lives away" to others.
- Evangelism: we are made for a mission. We will share the good news of Christ, leading persons to Jesus, feeding the hungry, and seeking justice for all.
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