Core Values -- part 1

Our staff spent about 4 weeks working together to nail a few of the key things that we value.  These things form a grid for how we make decisions, do ministry, and create environments.  We came up with four things that really drive us.

VALUE:  ACCEPTANCE ... because everyone matters.

Over and over the theme of accepting people came up in our discussions.  We want anyone and everyone who walks through our doors and experiences Rock Bridge ministry to feel accepted, not condemned or judged.  This does not mean we ignore sin and its consequences and the need for life change; however, it does mean that everyone matters to God and should matter to us as well. This core value explains why ...

• We place a high value on Host Team (greeters, ushers, cafe workers) and why we want people greeted and welcomed numerous times before they reach their seat.


• We don't have "dress codes".


• We don't have a lot of "insider" talk.


• We balance talking about the reality and severity of sin with the hope of God's grace and love. (Get these two out of alignment and problems develop real quick.)