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Imagine. . .
When we think about planting a new worshipping community for San Antonio it is important to ask the question, "What will
this look like in five or so years?" In other words, it is important to dream. And so, by God's grace and all for His Glory,
we imagine a church where. . .
- God's Glory is our chief end and delight. As the church father
St. Augustine said, "Our
hearts are restless until they
find their rest in Thee."
- God's Forgiveness and Restoration through Christ give us the
freedom to live all of life. Therefore, this "grace of God"
is the energizing power behind all we plan, teach and practice.
- God's call goes out:
The spiritually hungry - starved for Biblical instruction, joy and freedom - are called to growth, maturity, and service for
Christ. All burnt-out, wounded, legalists and prodigals are renewed through the love and forgiveness of Christ. Seekers, skeptics and spiritual wanderers find a new life in Christ and purpose of the future.
- Relationships take priority over programs. Therefore, members
and visitors are engrafted into community groups where
God's word is taught and Christ's love is practiced.
- Marriage and family ties strengthen as we pour forth the love
Christ has showered on us. Children are challenged with
the truths of the Gospel and are equipped to serve in every sphere of life.
- Brokenness, weakness, addiction and misdeeds are not denied,
hidden or seen as things for people "out there." They are
honestly acknowledged and boldly confronted with compassion and love.
- The people and culture of San Antonio are lovingly embraced and
supported, not alienated nor condemned. The needs and
problems of San Antonio are impacted through service and sacrifice, not abandoned or overlooked. San Antonio's business,
university, professional and art communities are creatively and positively engaged by our vision and ministry.
- We build bridges to the Hispanic people and culture so that we
may learn and reach out with the Gospel's transforming
message.
- We initiate a vibrant, church planting movement starting
indigenous churches in metro San Antonio and all of South Texas
for people of every tongue, tribe and nation.
- The PCA college ministry of Reformed University Fellowship is an
integral component of our outreach at Trinity
University and the University of Texas - San Antonio.
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