Living Out God's Story for Your Life

God didn't create you to settle for an ordinary life. He has a unique story for each of us, full of meaning, calling, and hope. At Church Story, we walk alongside one another as we discover and live out the story God is writing for our lives. Your past doesn't define you; the story God is writing does.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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The FAQ section is here to help answer common questions and make it easy for you to learn more about who we are and what to expect. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, we’re always happy to connect and help you personally.

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  • What does non-denominational mean?

    I heard Church Story was a non-denominational church. What does non-denominational mean? It means that we are not affiliated with a denomination, such as Baptist, Methodist, etc. In organizing this church, our desire was to be an attractive environment for those who do not regularly attend church. We feel that denominational titles mean more to people who already attend church than people who don't. We have discovered that there are more disadvantages to a denominational title than there are advantages.

  • How do I become a member of Church Story?

    Everyone is welcome at Church Story. Your decision to take the next step as a member means that you are committed to the mission and strategy to introduce people to Jesus by personally knowing God, growing with others, and making a difference. The first step is attending a Welcome Dinner or Welcome Brunch with the pastoral team.

  • How is Church Story governed?

    Church Story is led by a Lead Pastor responsible for the development of the spiritual life of the church. The Board of Overseers are members of the congregation chosen to oversee the finances and provide counsel to the Lead Pastor regarding major financial commitments of the church while also maintaining accountability for the lead pastor in the event that he becomes biblically disqualified to lead. The Membership of Church Story influences significant leadership and financial decisions by voting on the annual budget, additions to the Board of Overseers, any potential debt over $500k, and final approval or removal of the Lead Pastor.

Our Values

We are committed to living out the values of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Our mission is to love God, love others, and share the good news of Jesus Christ. 


Care

We care for one another while we care for the community around us in order to know and be known by individuals, families, organizations, and neighborhoods.


Focus

We focus on the details in everything we do in order to provide excellence and value in every experience with insiders and outsiders.


Equip

We equip a united group of people to know God, love one another, and make a difference in the community around us and beyond.

Our Beliefs

We invite you to explore our beliefs and join us in our pursuit of living out our faith in boldness and passion.

  • The Bible

    The Bible is the revelation of the Creator to his creation. In the Bible, God tells us who he is, who we are, what his plan is for his creation and how we are to relate to him. The Bible was inspired by God, making it free from error and completely trustworthy to teach us the truth. It is the ultimate source of authority in the life of all believers.


    1 Timothy 3:16 | 2 Peter 1:12-21

  • God

    God has always existed. He is our creator and the maker of all things that exist. He exists as one God in three distinct persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. God is infinite, uncreated, all-knowing, all-present, all-powerful, loving, just and holy.


    Deuteronomy 6:4 | Numbers 23:19 | Acts 17:24-25 | Psalm 90:2

  • Jesus Christ

    Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God. He became human, without ceasing to be God, in order to come into his creation and save us from our sin, fulfilling all the prophecies made about him in the Old Testament. After living a sinless life, He was crucified and died. He was buried, and three days later he came back to life, proving that he is Lord of all, even over death.


    Colossians 1:15-20 | John 1:1 | John 1:14

  • Holy Spirit

    The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Trinity, equal in power and glory with God the Father and Jesus Christ the Son. The Holy Spirit convicts believers when we sin, teaches the truth about Jesus, and lives inside of those who are saved, regenerating us and empowering us to become more and more like Christ until Christ returns.


    John 14:16 | John 14:26 | John 15:26 | John 16:13-14 | Romans 8:26-27


  • People

    Humanity was created by God. We were created without sin. However, humanity sinned and has been sinful ever since. This sin separates us from God's presence and leaves us spiritually dead, even before we are born and in need of life. No one is capable of being good enough to save themselves. We need a Savior.


    Genesis 1:26-28 | Psalm 14:2-3 | Romans 3:23 | Ephesians 2:1-10

  • Salvation

    Since we are separated from God by our sin, a penalty must be paid. This penalty is eternal separation from God. In his love and mercy, Jesus Christ came to Earth, God in the flesh, to pay an infinitely sufficient price for us on the cross. Each person is saved as they place their faith in Jesus Christ as their only hope for salvation.


    John 5:24 | Romans 5:1 | Romans 6:23 | Ephesians 2:8 | 1 John 1:9

  • The Church

    The Church is made up of every believer that lives or has ever lived, regardless of ethnic identity or geographic location. Church Story is a local expression of this Church, existing for the purpose of encouraging one another, teaching one another, holding one another accountable, and worshipping God together. The Church is God's instrument for reaching the world for his glory, so we strive to display the image of God by reflecting his love in the community around us.


    Acts 2:42-45 | Romans 12:5 | 1 Corinthians 12:12-14 | Ephesians 4:4

  • Eternity

    One day, still in the future, Jesus Christ will return for his Church. When he does, there will be a resurrection of the dead. His followers will be invited into his presence for eternity, where we will forever glorify our creator. Those that are not his will be sent into a place of eternal torment, separated from God.


    Matthew 25:31-46 | John 14:1-3 | 1 Thessalonians 1:7-9 | 2 Peter 3:13

  • Worship Gatherings

    We demonstrate biblical worship by the reading and teaching of God's Word, the singing of songs, and the taking of communion.


    1 Chronicles 16:9 | Acts 2:42 | 1 Corinthians 11:26 | 2 Timothy 4:2

  • Giving

    As faithful stewards of what God has given to us, every Christian should give back to God generously and sacrificially. These resources are used to support the church, provide relief for those in need, and to spread the gospel.


    Proverbs 3:9 | 1 Corinthians 9:7 | 1 John 3:17-18