Our Core Values

We build relationships that extend beyond Sunday. We share meals, welcome honest conversations, carry one another's burdens, and care for practical and spiritual needs. We help one another become fully devoted disciples of Jesus through Scripture, prayer, encouragement, and loving accountability.

In our ministry: We make space for small groups and shared tables, follow up when people are hurting, and help people form relationships across the church. Personal care is part of everyone's ministry. When relationships are strained, we pursue honest conversation, forgiveness, and reconciliation with humility and care.

2 Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. - Galatians 6:2, NIV

We celebrate what God is doing and enjoy life together. Laughter, gratitude, and celebration are part of how we create a welcoming church family.

In our ministry: We celebrate baptisms and answered prayer, plan time to enjoy one another, and welcome the warmth and laughter that help people feel at home. We make room for joy in ordinary moments.

22 A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. - Proverbs 17:22, NIV

We create meaningful opportunities for people to follow and serve Jesus. We invite people to respond to God's grace with willing hearts and faithful participation. As we freely respond to Jesus, we learn to keep our commitments and become people others can depend on.

In our ministry: We explain the purpose behind each invitation, make next steps clear, and support people as they serve. Willing generosity shapes how we invite people to contribute their time, gifts, and resources.

12 For if the willingness is there, the gift is acceptable according to what one has, not according to what one does not have. - 2 Corinthians 8:12, NIV

God created you on purpose and for a purpose. We equip people of every generation to discover, develop, and use their gifts in meaningful ministry.

In our ministry: We mentor new leaders, invite children, youth, and adults to contribute, and help people find roles that fit their gifts and season of life. We help people serve with the training, support, and accountability appropriate to their gifts.

10 Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace in its various forms. - 1 Peter 4:10, NIV

We live as Christ's ambassadors wherever he sends us. We represent Jesus in our neighborhoods, workplaces, schools, and communities. We serve, give, and participate together through Rock Harbor to bless our neighbors and the nations.

In our ministry: We equip people to share their faith naturally, serve local needs, and build relationships beyond our congregation. We invest in mission and want our community to recognize Jesus' love through our actions.

20 We are therefore Christ's ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ's behalf: Be reconciled to God. - 2 Corinthians 5:20, NIV

We communicate the Good News with creativity, clarity, and courage. We remain faithful to the message while being willing to change our methods. We listen carefully and adapt thoughtfully so people can hear and understand the gospel.

In our ministry: We listen to people who are not connected to church and adapt our language, gatherings, and outreach so they can hear and understand the Good News. We learn from what helps people connect and take meaningful steps toward Jesus.

22 To the weak I became weak, to win the weak. I have become all things to all people so that by all possible means I might save some. - 1 Corinthians 9:22, NIV

We willingly give our time and resources and set aside personal preferences and comfort so others can encounter Jesus and grow in their faith. We embrace the sacrifice involved in helping others follow him.

In our ministry: We consider whose next step could be helped by a change in our priorities, budget, or schedule. We embrace personal sacrifice while keeping every ministry approach consistent with Scripture and the character of Jesus.

23 I do all this for the sake of the gospel, that I may share in its blessings. - 1 Corinthians 9:23, NIV