Our Vision

If the Gospel is Central, we believe that would look like:

• Enjoying Jesus fully is everyone’s aim

• People have a deep understanding of the true gospel and can easily spot counterfeits

• Our teaching is informed by, shaped by, and fueled by the gospel

• Jesus is considered the solution to every problem

• People are fluent in seeing how the gospel integrates into their lives

• The gospel is seen as more than just Christianity 101, and is embraced as the power unto salvation and sanctification

If God’s Word is Final, we believe that would look like:

• The Word of God is held high and honored

• People care deeply about knowing the God of Scripture and communicating Him to others

• God’s Word is studied diligently and guides everything

• God’s Word changes lives

• God’s design informs life choices more than cultural norms or individual preferences

If God is Worthy of Worship, we believe that would look like:

• God is treasured and valued above all things

• Worship is fueled by knowing God better

• Worship is a lifestyle lived out always

• Corporate worship is Christ-honoring, relevant, vibrant, creative, and participatory

• Corporate worship fuels our individual worship, and individual worship fuels our corporate worship

If Prayer is Powerful and Necessary, we believe that would look like:

• People pray without ceasing, seeing prayer as life-giving

• People pray specifically, bringing everything big and small before God

• People pray boldly, believing that God hears them and responds

• Teams rely on prayer for every decision and strategy

• Prayer is prioritized in the corporate life of the church

If Growth is a Series of Next Steps, we believe that would look like:

• Broken people find healing in the gospel, and become a source of healing for other broken people

• Growth occurs in the context of intentional relationships

• Spiritual health is prioritized over numerical growth

• Next steps are clear, accessible, and pursued

• Steps for growth are available for all ages

If Life is Better Connected, we believe that would look like:

• Every person experiences joy through feeling known and belonging together

• People bear one another’s burdens and care for each other deeply

• People who have hidden sins find freedom through regularly bringing dark things into the light

• Brokenness is welcomed and accepted

• Generosity cannot be contained

• Older and younger generations learn from each other

• Unity is guarded, grudges are not allowed, and forgiveness is freely given

If Every Believer is Called to Ministry, we believe that would look like:

• Service is prioritized over being served, and personal preferences are set aside for the glory of God

• Every person learns their gifts and uses them to serve the church 

• People are regularly and enthusiastically praying for the salvation of those around them

• People far from God are often getting saved and baptized 

• People learn to use their stories to impact others for Christ

• The church is known in Broome County as a church for Broome County

If Godly Leadership Matters, we believe that it looks like:

• The church follows a clear Biblical and strategic leadership structure

• The church fosters an environment of called, well-equipped, and biblically qualified leaders

• Teamwork defines our culture and strengthens our efforts

• Leaders are willing to confront problems and wade into difficult situations

• Leaders lead by example

• Leaders make everyone around them better

If Leaders are Developed and Deployed, we believe that it looks like:

• Training and development is a high priority

• People have opportunities to make mistakes and grow into their spiritual gifting

• Development happens in the context of teamwork

• Great leaders are sent out selflessly to start or strengthen other gospel efforts

• The church gives generously to support local and global ministries who care deeply about spreading the gospel