philosophies

being the church

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From the beginning of time humanity was designed to be in communication, fellowship, and a relationship with God.  That still holds true for today.  Our world is still made up of people who need connection, support and encouragement.  We believe God’s plan for this connection comes by way of the church.  Not the church in terms of a building, place, time, or denomination, but rather the Church.  A community of people that pace life with one another with the purpose of discovering and honoring God.

At times the church fails to live up to its divine purpose.  Yet, at its best, the church is…

  • Hopeful and encouraging (Acts 2:42-47)
  • Useful and generous (Acts 6:1-4, 2Cor. 8:1-15, 1John 3:16-18)
  • Values unity over diversity (Acts 15, 1Cor. 1:10-17, 1Cor. 3, Eph. 4:1-6)
  • Mercy over religion (Amos 5:21-24)
  • Guided by the Holy Spirit (Acts 2)

It is with these things in mind Renovate desires to be a church; each one of us participating in the missional Body of Christ.  At times we too will fail, but we move forward knowing there will also be times in which the church is embodied in such a way that the goodness of God is illuminated.