Mission, Values & Vision

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THE BIBLE as the true Word of God. It has been given to lead us to salvation in this world for the next. The Bible is the ultimate rule for Christian faith and conduct, acknowledging our frailties. We believe it is the supreme authority by which the Church must always reform itself and judge its traditions, founded on New Testament principles.

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WORSHIP as central to our Christian lives. The Bible reminds us to make Jesus our ‘first love’. Our Church services, often including music, are to reflect this relationship. We want to keep regular worship at the centre of everything we do. Our worship needs to be culturally appropriate, facilitating an encounter with Our Lord.

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MISSION at home and abroad. To proclaim in word and deed the love and forgiveness found in Jesus Christ. Not only do we want to share the Good News of the Gospel with those who do not know Him, but also to give aid to those in need. In doing so, we wish to show God’s love in action.

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UNITY. We want to be a Church united around the claims of Jesus Christ, pulling together in a common direction, fulfilling our MISSION STATEMENT. We wish to share our lives together in hospitality, support and care for each other. As a Church, we also value fellowship with other local Churches.

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PRAYER. As a Church, we encourage everyone to pray and read God’s Word. We will then be led and empowered by God’s Holy Spirit, accepting change for the sake of the Good News of Jesus Christ.

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OUR CHURCH BUILDING. The Church is for all the people of the Parish of Bedfont. We take to heart the responsibility to maintain and improve both our Church building and Church hall for now & the needs of successive generations.

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DISCIPLESHIP. From our Creche, through our Junior Church and 10+ groups, to our adults, we take to heart that Jesus calls us to be disciples. Therefore with the help of Alpha courses, seasonal groups and Bible Studies, we seek to introduce the Christian message to those who are searching for Him, and strengthen those who already know Him as Saviour and Lord.

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PEOPLE. We believe that each one of us is called to glorify and proclaim God’s Son in word and deed. Through the transforming power of God’s Holy Spirit, He enables us to live a life worthy of our calling. It is a Church where everyone is valued, respected and welcomed, to become part of our worshipping Christian community.