Vision

Jesus used the biblical image of a tree to teach about the Kingdom, that God is growing a majestic family tree Luke 13:18,19. We will share in God's mission when we are:

Deeply Rooted

We aim to deepen the level of our spiritual maturity, through prayer, reflection on the Word of God and through passionately worshipping together. Being spiritually dynamic without being religious, expressing our faith creatively and exploring its relevance for everyday life. We expect to be changed through our relationship with Jesus.

But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and on his law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither. Whatever he does prospers. Psalm 1:2,3

Firmly Planted

We recognize the value of choosing to be part of a local church, patiently developing in our relationships with each other. We are informal, warm, and accepting seeking to nurture a healthy Christian community. Many people are actively involved in the life of the church making a positive contribution. We value children and young people, recognising their importance and potential as world changers and therefore choose to invest in them. We have a leadership who are trustworthy, committed and honest whose desire is to support and empower.

The righteous will flourish like a palm tree, they will grow like a cedar of Lebanon; planted in the house of the LORD, they will flourish in the courts of our God. They will still bear fruit in old age, they will stay fresh and green, Ps 92:12-14

Branching Out

We are seeking to serve our community in very practical ways and partner with others who want to make it a better place to live in. We want to demonstrate the love and generosity of God in our service to others. We desire to help people discover their giftings and express them effectively. We aim to make a global impact especially where there is poverty and injustice. We are concerned for God's creation and seek to encourage an appreciation of its delicate balance.

Enlarge the place of your tent, stretch your tent curtains wide, do not hold back; lengthen your cords, strengthen your stakes. For you will spread out to the right and to the left; Isaiah 54:2

Bearing Fruit

We desire to reflect the character of Jesus in all that we do, by being genuine, honest and reliable. We try to communicate the message about Jesus in a contemporary and understandable way. We plan to be modern and professional, aiming for excellence and quality without being perfectionist. We expect to welcome new people into God's family whatever their background recognizing that we are ordinary people whose lives have been changed. We believe that prayer makes a difference and expect God to do amazing things as we ask in faith and humility, relying on the Spirit in all that we do. We pray for the nations and help send people out to share their faith globally.

You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit-fruit that will last. Then the Father will give you whatever you ask in my name. This is my command: Love each other. John 15: 16,17