The Local Church
We believe that a New Testament church is a local body of baptized believers that voluntarily assembles for worship, service, fellowship, and edification. We believe the primary purpose of assembling is to glorify God by equipping the saints to do the work of the ministry, (i.e., fulfilling the Great Commission of Christ).
We believe that a New Testament church is independent and self-governing, having Christ as its head. We believe it is autonomous, free of any external authority or control. We disavow an unscriptural emphasis on a universal church and support the establishment and continuance of local churches. (Acts 1:8;
We believe that the biblical offices of the church are only two in number: Pastors and Deacons. We believe that the Bible teaches that only men should fill these offices. (I Timothy 3:1-13; Acts 6:1-7;
