The Holy Scriptures
The Old and New Testaments are the inspired Word of God, trustworthy and authoritative. Scripture is the final standard by which we test our teaching and guide our worship and life. All our beliefs are subject to God’s Word.
Biblical foundations: 2 Timothy 3:16–17; 2 Peter 1:20–21
The Triune God
There is one living and true God, eternally existing as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The three persons are one in divine being, equal in glory, and worthy of our worship.
Biblical foundations: Matthew 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14
Creation, humanity, and sin
God created all things and made human beings in His image. Every person therefore has dignity. Through sin humanity is fallen and unable to save itself; we need God’s grace and reconciliation through Jesus Christ.
Biblical foundations: Genesis 1:27; Romans 3:23
Jesus Christ
Jesus Christ is fully God and fully human. Conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary, He lived without sin, died for sinners, rose bodily from the dead, and ascended to the Father. He alone is our Saviour and mediator.
Biblical foundations: John 1:1–14; 1 Corinthians 15:3–4
Salvation by grace
Salvation is God’s gracious work, grounded in Christ’s finished work, received through faith, and not earned by human merit. We affirm God’s sovereignty in salvation, justification by faith alone, and the Holy Spirit’s work of regeneration. Genuine faith bears the fruit of repentance and obedience.
Biblical foundations: Ephesians 2:8–10; Romans 3:24–28; John 3:5–8
The Holy Spirit and Christian life
The Holy Spirit unites believers to Christ, dwells in them, and equips them for worship, witness, and service. God sustains His people and calls them to grow in holiness, love, prayer, and obedience through the Spirit’s work.
Biblical foundations: Romans 8:9–14; Galatians 5:22–23
The church and its mission
The church is the people of God gathered around Jesus Christ. We are called to faithful preaching, prayer, worship, fellowship, discipleship, and loving care. Christ sends His church to make disciples of all nations and to serve our neighbours with compassion.
Biblical foundations: Acts 2:42; Matthew 28:18–20
Baptism and the Lord’s Supper
We honour baptism and the Lord’s Supper as practices instituted by Jesus Christ. They direct us to Christ and His saving work; no ceremony earns salvation. We encourage thoughtful participation grounded in faith, Scripture, and the life of the church.
Biblical foundations: Matthew 28:19; 1 Corinthians 11:23–26
Children and dedication
We welcome children into the life and care of our church community. We practise child dedication and prayer, rather than infant baptism. Families and the congregation are encouraged to nurture children in Scripture, prayer, and the knowledge of Jesus Christ. Dedication does not itself confer salvation.
Biblical foundations: Mark 10:13–16; Deuteronomy 6:6–7
Resurrection and the hope to come
Jesus Christ will return in glory. We believe in the resurrection of the dead, God’s righteous judgement, and eternal life for those who belong to Christ. This hope moves us to faithful living, witness, and praise.
Biblical foundations: John 5:28–29; 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17