About | Beliefs & Values

 

Welcome to HPCC, a non-denominational body of individuals seeking to know Christ and make Him known!

 

Mission

Highland Park Community Church strives to be a
Great Commission Church
Ministering in Light of
The Great Commandment
in fulfilling The Five Biblical Purposes
of Discipleship, Evangelism, Worship, Service and Fellowship

 

Vision

"To Know God and Make God Known" (Phil 3:10 NIV)

 

Core Values

  1. We believe that PRAYER is foundational to the success of our ministry.  (John 15:5)
  2. We believe the WORD OF GOD to be foundational to Christian discipleship and maturity.  (2 Timothy 3:14-16)
  3. We believe that the pursuit of full DEVOTION TO CHRIST and His cause is normal for every believer.  (Philippians 2:1-11; Romans 12:1-2)
  4. We believe COMMUNITY AND CELEBRATION are foundational as our strategy for ministry.  (Acts 2:42)
  5. We believe that this congregation should operate as a unified community of SERVANTS with men and women stewarding their spiritual gifts.  (1 Corinthians 12; Romans 12: Ephesians 4; Philippians 2:1-11)
  6. We believe that loving RELATIONSHIPS should permeate every aspect of church life.  (1 Corinthians 13; John 13:34-35)
  7. We believe in a multiple staff ministry that DE-CENTRALIZES the ministry by equipping and unleashing the laity to become a true Priesthood of Believers.  (Ephesians 4:11-16)
  8. We believe that EXCELLENCE honors God and inspires people.  (Malachi 1:6-14; Samuel 24:24)
  9. We believe that OUTREACH into this community is not just a program but a lifestyle.  (Luke 5:30-32; Luke 15; Matthew 18:14)
  10. We believe that Christ compels us to go into all the world by MISSIONS INVOLVEMENT.  (Matthew 28:19-20; Acts 1:8)