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About Us / Our Vision & Mission

GPS is not a program. GPS is a process whereby everyone at ECF is challenged to do three things each week.

Number one is we encourage everyone to attend our Sunday service. During that time people are able to begin or deepen in their relationship with Jesus.  They experience dynamic worship and relevant teaching of the Word. They see the community of believers and are encouraged to go deeper by moving to the next step.

Step number two in the process is to connect people with people. This is done through small groups that meet throughout the week and through our Wednesday evening Growth and Connection Night.

People may go to a weekend service faithfully but if they never connect to a small group, their spiritual growth stagnates.  In a small group you will grow deeper as you systematically study the Word and relate interpersonally with others.  You actually get to know and to be known!

Our small groups are launched twice each year and you may connect with a group at any time.

Step number three is to connect to ministry or serving others. In a ministry team you will experience the joy of God working through you as you serve others in tangible ways.

There are many serving opportunities at ECF as well as outreach opportunities that demonstrate to the world that our faith is real and relevant. Jesus stated that he came to serve and to minister to others (Mt 20:28). 

10 Basic Core Values

• THE WORD…upholding the Bible, the Word of God as our basis for doctrine, reproof, correction and instruction in righteousness. We are a people of great faith.
  
  
• PRAYER…maintaining a Spirit led life and resurrection power in every facet of ministry through prayer. We are a people of dynamic prayer.
  
  
• CREATIVITY…allowing the Holy Spirit to flow through us to express innovative and fresh ideas so that we always remain relevant and effective in fulfilling our mission. We are creative people.
  
  
• INTEGRITY…conducting ourselves in a way that honors God and excludes any occasion for reproach. We are a people of Godly character.
  
  
• EXCELLENCE…performing every ministry as unto the Lord and with the quality and character reflective of Him. We are a people of excellence.
  
  
• ACCOUNTABILITY…following the pattern of respect and obedience to all levels of God ordained authority. We are a people of humility and respect.
  
  
• SAFETY…insuring every environment is physically, emotionally and spiritually safe for believers as well as those seeking to know God. We are a people of great wisdom.
  
  
• JOYFULNESS…remembering that the joy of the Lord is our strength and intentionally having fun while “doing” ministry. We are a people of great joy.
  
  
• STEWARDSHIP…managing our time, talents and treasures with the mindset that we are responsible and accountable for the gifts we have received. We are faithful stewards.
  
  
• COMMUNITY…doing life and ministry in a way that builds great teams, establishes healthy families, and creates life giving small groups. We are a people of great community.