cedar hills community church - cedar rapids, iowa

coming 10.10.10 – the bridge:

a new congregation in cedar rapids

mission

· we exist to glorify God.

· we exist to connect people to Jesus.

essential convictions

· There is a bridge to God.

God longs to be in relationship with people and sent Jesus to bridge the gap between people and God. (John 3:16)

· This bridge is good news.

God is reconciling the world through Jesus and this message must be proclaimed as Gospel good news. (Romans 1:16)

· This bridge is for all.

Our community will create a safe place of warmth and hospitality for people of all beliefs to explore the claims of Jesus. (Luke 18)

· The bridge depends on God’s power.

Our mission will fail apart from the power of God. (Ephesians 6)

· We are called to bridge barriers to Jesus.

Without compromising the Gospel we will eliminate everything else that keeps people from Jesus. (Mark 2:1-12)

values

· God-centered – all that is said and done should honor and glorify God.

· Truth – all we do points to Jesus who is the way, the truth and the life.

· Compassion – all we do is driven by compassion for people.

· Humility – all our decisions will flow from humble hearts.

· Authenticity – all our work is done in genuine relationships.

· Generosity – all our giving is essential to complete our mission.

· Diversity – all people are welcome.

outcomes

· God is honored.

· Lost people come to Jesus.

contact

· 319.396.6608

· More information: kent @ chccrca.org

· Become a prayer warrior for The Bridge: tkbox @ mchsi.com

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