Beliefs

  • We believe the Bible is the inspired Word of God and that it is the supreme authority in all matters of faith and conduct.
  • We believe in one true, living God who exists in three distinct persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. We believe that God is creator of all things, infinite in power, wisdom and love. We believe that Jesus is the Son of God who became flesh and is the source of all valid Christian teaching. Through him we are forgiven and reconciled to God.
  • We believe the Holy Spirit is a constant presence in our lives from which we find strength and comfort. The Holy Spirit empowers us to do the will of God.
  • We believe that God created people in his image and that we are dearly loved by God. Sin separates our relationship with God and we need to be reconciled through Jesus Christ. We believe that God wants to have a personal relationship with each of us.
  • We believe grace is undeserved love and forgiveness given to us by God when we believe. Through Grace we have the power to live with dignity in the present and with HOPE for the future.
  • We believe that God’s Grace calls for human response and discipline. We believe that after we accept God’s Grace we are to: “Do all the good we can, in all the places we can, to all the people we can.” (John Wesley)
  • We believe the church is the body of Christ of which Christ Jesus is the Head. It is a community of faith whose purpose is to glorify God by loving Him and others.
Mission Statement:
“Forest Hills is Christ-centered, with a focus on making disciples who love God and others, grow in Christ, and serve our wider communities.”
 
Church Motto:
“Love. Grow. Serve.”
Guiding Principles for All Ministries:
People are finding a personal relationship with Jesus Christ (LOVE)
 
People are growing in faith (GROW)
 
Christ’s love is more visible in our community (SERVE)