The idea of going to church pops into the minds of all sorts of people from time to time, but the idea of gathering on a Sunday morning to sing and listen to bible teaching, when you could be doing a million other things, might not be that appealing…unless you know the amazing purpose which God has for his church.
Church is not like going to the cinema, at least it shouldn’t be. Church is a local and global family focused on Jesus and united in him. Church is a place where relationships grow in community. There are four directions of growth: up, in, down and out. For an explanation of the ways we grow through church, keep reading.
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Holy Trinity Church exists to: Glorify God and
Grow in Grace from Generation to Generation,
being and bringing the Good News of Jesus to our parish and the world.
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Glorify God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
With one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. (Romans 15:6)
People are made by God and redeemed by Jesus for God’s glory. We glorify God as our desires are satisfied by Him through knowing Him, loving Him and enjoying Him by prayerfully engaging with all of God’s Word together in the light, power and fellowship of the Holy Spirit.
Grow in Grace
Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God. (Romans 15:7)
As believers, we are united by God‘s grace to us in Christ. We are a people drawn from many cultures, languages and nations who seek to love, accept, care and pray for one another, being committed to resolve conflict and make peace, not because we are lovable but because Christ first loved us by dying for our sin.
Generation to Generation
Christ is the one we proclaim, admonishing and teaching everyone with kall wisdom, so that we may present everyone fully mature in Christ. (Colossians 1:28)
Mature disciples are called to make new disciples of Jesus who know him, trust him and follow him. We therefore aim to teach new believers and our children about Jesus and to model godly love, faith, wisdom and obedience, at home and in school, at church, at work and in the community.
be Good News to our Parish and the World
Live such good lives among the pagans that, though they accuse you of doing wrong, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day he visits us. and in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect (1 Peter 2:12 & 3:15)
Each member is called to use their gifts, energies and resources to serve the needs of others with compassion as we work, rest and play in our parish. We seek to partner with other faithful, Christ-centred churches and ministries around the world.
For a quick explanation of why Jesus is good news, please visit 321 Course.