In a church that transforms lives, we intentionally pursue a deeper love relationship with God through prayer.  We value praying together as an integral part of being the church of Jesus.  We desire to be a “house of prayer” where it is clear that prayer is a priority.  

In a church that transforms lives, we must live as God’s holy people.  God calls us to a new path of love that will be attractive to others.  We are light and salt as we act justly, love mercy and walk humbly with God.  We value authenticity and do not pretend to be something on the outside that we are not on the inside.  

In a church that transforms lives, we need the guidance of the Spirit, the fruit of the Spirit, and the gifts of the Spirit.  All Christians receive the Holy Spirit; but Scripture also teaches that believers need to be continually filled with the Spirit, and we are warned not to quench the work of the Spirit in our lives.

In a church that transforms lives, we are eager and prepared to accept all new people into our community. We allow people to “belong before they believe”; therefore, we remove unnecessary obstacles that could hinder meaningful involvement.  Those seeking God are embraced. 

In a church that transforms lives, we make it a priority to know one another, love one another and support one another as a family in Christ.  We value a grace-based community of truth, unity and acceptance where we can share our lives and faith stories.  We are committed to learning better practices to love others, including how to engage in healthy conflict.     

In a church that transforms lives, each part of the body of Christ is needed and has a place to serve.  Attenders faithfully give back to the church with their resources, their time, their gifts and their feedback.  

In a church that transforms lives, we regularly participate in celebrative, joy-filled worship where God is praised and worshipers are renewed in heart and mind.  Our worship will be passionate, grateful and dynamic as we come into the presence of our triune God.  In worship, we are not passive spectators but active participants in this dialogue between God and ourselves.

In a church that transforms lives, we teach our children and youth the ways of the Lord.  We invest in the next generation and develop new leaders by having them meaningfully involved in the life and ministry of the church.  The church comes alongside the family in the teaching and nurturing of our children.  Park Church also has a long history of encouraging and supporting Christian Education.  

In a church that transforms lives, we prioritize authentic relationships that draw people closer to Jesus.  We equip the congregation to be disciples who make disciples.  We will look for the people who need us and pursue relational opportunities God brings to us.  We mentor those who are seeking spiritual growth.  

In a church that transforms lives, we slow down our pace to be with Jesus, and this is the source from which our activity flows.  We trust God to be at work even when we are not.  In creation, God established a rhythm of rest so that we can operate at our best as we enjoy God and His world.  We want to intentionally build some margin in our lives so that when God calls we have the energy and time to obey.