By careful study of the New Testament churches, it is revealed that
items of worship observed by the first-century church were singing,
praying, preaching, giving, and partaking of the Lord's Supper.
We practice only ACAPPELLA SINGING. We worship in song in this way
because there is no Biblical mention of instrumental music in the first-century
church (1 Corinthians 14:15, Ephesians 5:18-19, Colossians 3:16). The
result is a beautiful blending of all voices, seeking to praise and
glorify God in spirit and love.
Another difference between our church and other religious groups is
THE WEEKLY OBSERVANCE OF THE LORD'S SUPPER. It is observed in memory
of Christ's crucifixion. In Acts 20:7, we find "And upon the first
day of the week ... the disciples came together to break bread."
We follow this example and honor Jesus every week by participating in
this communion. Those who participate have accepted Christ as the Son
of God and as their Savior.
After study, prayer, and meditation, an individual may feel ready to
be BAPTIZED AS A MEANS OF REMISSION OF SINS AND SALVATION. (Mark 16:16,
Acts 2:38, Acts 22:16, John 3:5, 1 Peter 3:21, Acts 22:16). When a person
is baptized in Christ for these reasons, he or she becomes a Christian
and a member of the church. No further steps are required for church
membership except continued love and service to the Savior.