Vision - Mission - Values
Our Vision
To embrace and share the
message of Jesus.
- The Message of Jesus is that God loves YOU.
- You are loved, and always will be by God. (John 3:16)
- We embrace and enjoy a relationship with Jesus.
- He came to save us from our sin, and we share this Good News (gospel) with all.
To love as Jesus loves – loving and welcoming all equally.
- God made man in His own image. (Genesis 9:6b; James 3:9b)
- We love without preference.
- We "welcome one another as Christ has welcomed us." (Romans 15:7)
Our Mission
Our Values
Worship
We glorify God in holiness and truth.
We strive daily to reflect the image of God in all we say and do.
There are many ways to worship God.
- We sing and share our faith in all we say and do (Psalm 100)
- We gather regularly for Bible-based teaching (Heb. 10:25)
- We pray, believing and trusting God hears and answers prayers, according to His will
Spiritual gifts provide a conduit through which the Holy Spirit can flow through a person to minister to another.
Community
We create and nurture authentic life-giving relationships.
We share our lives with one another; we pray for, encourage, and support one another. (Acts 2:42)
We create and nurture relationships through multiple types of gatherings.
- We offer small groups to share our life, our faith, and ourselves for everyone, no matter the age or stage.
- Special Events
- Our digital community
People
We recognize all are made in God’s image, and are worthy of love, acceptance and justice.
God shows no partiality; with Him one person is not different from another. (Romans 2:11 AMP)
So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them. (Genesis 1:27 NIV)
Service
We show our hearts by generously giving of ourselves.
We serve our God, our church, and our community.
As children of God, we care for each other, our neighbors, and our planet.
We are all called to serve. Christ shows us that leaders are to serve. We use our resources to serve one another.
- We partner with others in our community to provide meals to those in need, supply clothing to the homeless, and assist in inner city work.
- We partner globally - including our sister church in Ukraine.
Creativity
We cultivate and express our individual God-given gifts and talents.
We encourage all to use their unique gifts to glorify God.
Dancing, singing, administration, painting, writing, healing, etc. (1 Corinithians 12, Romans 8 and 12)
We celebrate people's unique ability to express in creative ways.
The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. (Psalm 19:1 NIV)
Fun
We enjoy God's presence and each other's.
We believe that life - inside and out of the church - is to be enjoyed.
God rejoices over us; we find joy in God, in each other, and in His creation. (Zephaniah 3:17)
Our community laughs, has fun, plays games, and celebrates the beauty of life.
Growth
We journey together as we each experience the life changing power of God.
Each of us is a work in progress. God loves us as we are, and guides each of us on our journey to becoming more like Jesus.
We create a safe and loving atmosphere to encounter the transformative spirit of God. (1 Thess. 5:14)
We provide opportunities, both physical and digital (through small groups and Sunday services) to learn, pray, and develop strong relationships with God and one another.
Connect with our
Values
This original devotional series is rooted in the core values that define and shape our church community at Living Rock. Each entry explores a different value—from Worship and Community to Growth, Creativity, and more—offering rich biblical reflection and heartfelt prayer to help you live these truths out daily.
Whether you’re new to our church or have been with us for years, we invite you to journey through these reflections as a way to deepen your faith, align your heart with God’s purposes, and walk more fully in the life He’s called you to.
Let this devotional be a tool for personal growth, spiritual encouragement, and connection to the shared heartbeat of our church family.
