Baptism has been a core practice in the church since its inception.  In baptism many things happen.  We receive forgiveness of sins, understanding that God's grace through the blood of the cross demands a commitment and surrender to Him. Through this commitment we receive gift of the Holy Spirit, which guides us in our journey of discipleship.  In this journey we learn to participate in the kingdom of God by joining God in his redemptive work in the world.
Baptism is a core practice because in our surrender to God, we learn to love like Him.

The table is a place we remember Christ: His life, death, burial and resurrection. We believe that the table fellowship is open to all people.  When we partake of this Lord's supper, we join in fellowship with each other and with God.  Throughout scripture the table is a place where relationships are formed and cultivated. God has always been a God of hospitality, of welcoming, of belonging.  Sitting around the table is where we can celebrate the lives we have in Christ and in each other.  All are welcome!

Through the lens of scripture we believe that God teaches us through many avenues: creation, experience, relationships, etc. Throughout history, the word of God was heard before it was read, we believe in the power of the spoken word. The power does not come from the proclaimer, but from the words themselves, the Holy Scriptures.  The Bible is the story of God and His redemptive work in the world. His story has the ability to transform us individually, communally and beyond.