BELIEVES in the authority of God's word and the New Testament as a guide for faithful living.

RECOGNIZES the teachings of Jesus Christ as our model for living.

UPHOLDS the concept of Priesthood for all believers; we are all ministers by virtue of baptism.

ADVOCATES honesty and integrity in all relationships.

RESPECTS each person's right of conscience and search for faithfulness.

OBSERVES believer's baptism, the Love Feast service (including feetwashing based on John 13), Bread and Cup Communion, and anointing for the strengthening of faith, healing, and wholeness.

FOLLOWS Christ's mandate to serve those in need locally and worldwide by helping victims of war, poverty and natural disasters.

ENCOURAGES spiritual growth through Bible study, education classes, prayer, and worship.

WORKS for peace, justice and reconciliation.

URGES the importance of simple living and good stewardship of our resources.