The Blood: The Blood is Required
The Gathering-Springfield
Join us as we begin our third season centered around the blood of Jesus Christ! In this episode Pastor Josh explains how the blood of Jesus is not an option but a requirement.
Our Church:
The Gathering is a family of believers who passionately pursue the Presence of God together. By devoting ourselves to the Word of God, to one another, communion, and prayer our hope is to behold the glory of the Lord and be transformed into His image. Every member is valued and encouraged to minister to the body through their individual gifts of grace. Matthew 12:49-50, 1 Chronicles 16:11, Acts 2:42, Romans 12:3-6, 1 Corinthians 12:4-31, 2 Corinthians 3:18, 1 Peter 4:10
Our Vision: For our city to behold the glory of Jesus and be transformed into His image by encountering His Presence. 2 Cor. 3:18
Our Culture: Love – Honor – Grace
We believe the Church is family. In order for us to function as a healthy family, we must love each other as Christ loves, honor everyone as God’s creation, and walk in the grace of Jesus Christ towards one another.
Matthew 12:49-50, Romans 12:6-13, 1 Corinthians 13, 16:23-24, 2 Corinthians 4:15, 9:8, Ephesians 2:19-22, 4:29-32, Hebrews 10:24-25, 12:15, 1 Peter 2:17, 1 John 4:7-21, Revelation 22:21
Our Core Values:
The Presence of God: We value the Presence of God above everything else! We always seek God’s Presence together and strive to create a welcoming atmosphere for the Spirit of God.
Word of God: The Bible will be taught and studied so that faith may grow, and believers can be equipped to live like Jesus.
Community: The body of Christ will operate as a “Covenant Community” navigating this life together as a family by walking in a culture of love, honor, and grace.
Communion: The Gospel of Jesus’ sacrifice will remain our center focus by regular participation in the Lord’s Supper and the breaking of bread together.
Prayer: The church will seek intimacy with the Lord through prayer and worship.
Spiritual Gifts: All members of the church are encouraged to operate in the spiritual gifts that they have been given by the Holy Spirit for the common good of the Church.
Fivefold Ministry: Church leadership, made up if apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers will work together in equipping the saints for the work of ministry and building the Kingdom.
Kingdom of Heaven: The Church represents God’s Kingdom here on earth. We work towards spreading the Kingdom of Heaven by reaching the lost with the Gospel and discipling believers in the lifestyle of Jesus.
Glorious Return of Christ: We will teach the Gospel of Jesus’ return and the establishment of His reign on this earth. As a bride prepares herself for her wedding day, we will prepare ourselves for the coming of our King.
