What We Believe
VISION
Christ Church relies on the Holy Spirit to make us a family of faith, striving to worship God, grow to maturity in Christ together, and love and serve our neighbors in Grand Rapids and around the world so that all people may see the love and lordship of Jesus Christ.
MISSION
Christ Church is devoted to:
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The Apostles’ Teaching: Making disciples of Christ rooted in God’s Word
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Fellowship: Living in authentic relationships with one another
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Baptism & Breaking of Bread: Worshiping and enjoying the Triune God in Spirit and in Truth
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Prayer: Continuously speaking with our heavenly Father
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Witness: Sharing the Gospel of Christ with the world through compassionate love and service (Acts 2:42-47)
VALUES
Christ Church is committed to the values of:
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Adoration: Glorifying God in all things
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Love: Demonstrating the supremacy of love in all relationships
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Longing: Knowing and desiring that we will soon see Jesus face to face
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Christ-like: Developing the character and attitude of Christ
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Holiness: Engaging fully in the struggle against Satan and sin
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Relationships: Living together as a family of faith
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Intercession: Practicing the priority of prayer
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Service: Ministering to the needs of others
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Truth: Relying on the Bible as God’s authoritative Word
DENOMINATION
Christ Church is a member or the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), an evangelical and reformed denomination.
