• 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.

• 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.

• A sense of family in Christ;
• Openness and tolerance of diversity within Biblical boundaries;
• Warmth and friendliness.

• 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

1. Worship: we are planned for God's pleasure. We will glorify God, giving praise to the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
   
2. Fellowship: we are formed for God's Family. We will connect with each other, strengthening our identity as the Body of Christ.
   
3. Discipleship: we are created to become like Christ. We will grow deeper in God's Word--and a lifestyle, transformed by Jesus.
   
4. 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.
   
5. 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.