Mission, Vision and Values

Although a non-traditional church in terms of style, Mecklenburg Community Church is deeply committed to the eternal truths of the Christian faith.

 

 

Our vision is simple: to become a biblically functioning community of believers so that Christ's purposes can be accomplished in this world.

Our mission is equally clear: to help spiritual seekers become fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.

The values of a church shape what — and who — it is. Mecklenburg has 10 core values that are highlighted here, along with the biblical reasoning for each value.

  • We believe that the Bible is true and that its teaching is the catalyst for life-change in individual's lives and in the church. (Romans 12:7; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; James 1:23-25; Hebrews 4:12; Acts 2:42; 20:32)
  • We believe that lost people matter to God, and therefore they ought to matter to the church. (Luke 5:30-32; Luke 15; Matthew 18:14)
  • We believe that the church should be culturally relevant while remaining doctrinally pure. (1 Corinthians 9:19-23)
  • We believe that followers of Christ should manifest authenticity and strive for continuous spiritual growth. (Matthew 26:38ff; Ephesians 4:25-26 and 32; Philippians 1:6; Romans 8:29; Hebrews 12:1; 1 Corinthians 3:1-3)
  • We believe that the church should operate as a unified community of servants stewarding their spiritual gifts. (Romans 12; Ephesians 4; John 13; Philippians 2; 1 Corinthians 12 and 14)
  • We believe that loving relationships should permeate every aspect of church life. (1 Corinthians 13; Nehemiah 3; Luke 10:1; John 12:34-35)
  • We believe that life-change happens best through relationships. (Luke 6:12-13; Acts 2:44-47)
  • We believe that excellence honors God and inspires people. (Colossians 3:17; Malachi 1:6-14; Proverbs 27:17)
  • We believe that churches should be led by those with leadership gifts, and structured according to the nature and mission of the church. (Nehemiah 1 & 2; Romans 12:8; 1 Timothy 3; 1 Peter 5; Ephesians 4; Acts 6:2-5)
  • We believe that the pursuit of full devotion to Christ and His cause is normal for every Believer. (1 Kings 11:4; Philippians 2:1-11; 2 Corinthians 8:7)