The GHCC STATEMENT

“A great commitment to the great commandment and the great commission will build a great church.” Matt. 22:37-38, 28:19-20

The GHCC Strategy

G rowing – We grow because everybody needs what Christ offers. (Matt 5:15-16).

R elevant Preaching – Our pastors encourage us, emphasizing the personal, practical and positive solutions from God’s Word for life’s common problems. (Rom. 15:4).

A cceptance – We offer you friendliness and openness. This is a place to grow.
(Rom. 15:7).

N urture People – We’re more interested in building up people than building facilities.
(1 Cor. 3:9-13).

A ccumulate People with Needs – Our goal is to be responsive to the needs, hurts, and interests of the surrounding valley residents. (Mark 2:17).

D efined Purpose – We exist for five reasons: (1) To Celebrate God’s Presence, (2) To Communicate God’s Word, (3) To Incorporate God’s Family, (4) To Educate God’s People, (5) To Demonstrate God’s Love (Acts13:36).

A ffinity Groups – Provide a natural bridge that leads to fellowship, meeting common needs, accountability and outreach. (Acts 2:42-47).

H elp People Worship – We offer a contemporary style of music and worship that is culturally relevant. (Ps. 149:1).

I ntegrity – Our desire is to present our Lord Jesus Christ and His great message to people in its entirety without apology. (Rom. 1:16, 17).

L ay Ministry – Many of our members operate a network of different lay ministries. For example,  lay pastors lead small groups and care for individual’s needs. (Rom. 12:4-5).

L ove – Unconditional love is stressed in this church family. (Matt. 22:39).

S imple Structure – We emphasize relationships, not “organized religion”. (1 Cor. 14:40).