What we Believe:

Wesleyans believe in one God, who is the father, Son and Holy Spirit, and the Savior of all men and women who put their faith in Him alone for eternal life. We believe that those who receive new life in Christ are called to be holy in character and conduct, and can only live this way by being filled with the Lord’s Spirit. We believe the Bible and seek to establish our faith and actions on its teachings. We believe God wills for people everywhere to know Him and that the purpose of the church is to tell the world about Christ through worship, witness, and loving deeds.

Core Values of the Wesleyans

The following are terms descriptive of who Wesleyans are and how they do what they do. They describe the “soul” of the Church. They are the core values, because they are at the center, as primary motivations for all Wesleyans.

Biblical Authority: The Bible is the highest source of written authority of God’s plan for His people; it reveals how to live out that plan, individually and corporately. Beliefs, practices and priorities are to be anchored in clear biblical teachings.

Christlikeness: Jesus Christ is the defining feature of God’s will for all humankind. In Christ is found the highest and most practical meaning and the clearest example for holy living or godliness. Christ is both example and strength as Wesleyans pursue integrity, excellence, faith, hope and love.

Disciple-making: Making disciples is a clear mandate from Christ. This requires a strong focus on evangelism and training in the spiritual growth and holy living. Done effectively, this will produce and promote growth and health in and among the churches.

Servant Leadership: Wesleyans respect leadership that is placed over them, while realizing that the authority and effectiveness of spiritual leadership is not primarily bestowed, but earned and manifested by a loving and willing heart of obedience that serves God and mankind gladly. Wesleyans desire to be leaders in serving.

Unity in Diversity: There is intrinsic value in every person. Unity becomes all the more important and beautiful in light of the wide ranges of difference in personality, culture, race, talents, and perspective. Loving each other eliminates devaluation and deprivation of life to one another.

Local Church Centered: The denomination exists to serve local congregations. Local churches are the most fundamental and strategic points of evangelism and discipleship. The challenge of the denomination is to keep finding the best ways to serve and strengthen congregations.

Cultural Relevance: Wesleyans are called to keep serving the present age. The Church respects and builds on its past without becoming its slave. Wesleyans are “culture informed” for the sake of reaching people for Christ, but not “culture captives,” in the sense of surrendering core values, beliefs and behaviors.

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