Our purpose as a church is to make disciples of Jesus. A disciple is someone who loves Jesus more than anyone or anything else and is wholeheartedly committed to becoming like Him in every way. They are people on a mission – Jesus’ mission. Our goal is to share the good news about God’s Kingdom starting here in Salisbury and then wherever we go. Its to teach others how to live as disciples of Jesus and as part of His family…and we will do this until Jesus’ government is fully established in all the earth.

As disciples of Jesus…

We exist to be a delight to God and to enjoy Him forever! Because of this, worship is a priority for us. We worship with passion and intimacy. We believe that God is close and that He can be experienced. In fact, He seeks relationship with us. We are committed to this relationship above all others.

We bring life to our community and equip people to live their lives the “with God” way.

We exist to be lovers of Jesus. He gave His life for us, and so we live to spend every breath, every heartbeat, and all our devotion on Him. He is everything to us, and because of this we are committed to extending His influence in our community in ways that will make Him famous for His love and goodness.

We exist to host the Presence and power of God’s Holy Spirit. Because of this, we live expectant that this intimate fellowship will transform our lives and the lives of those around us for good. His Presence in us means that we carry heaven’s provision and wisdom wherever we go. We are committed to learning how to release this for the good of those around us and in ways that bring glory to God.

We believe, we have hope,
and we are agents of change.

We exist to equip people to live lives that champion God’s cause. Such lives are rooted deeply in a living connection with God. We will help people make, sustain and amplify that connection. We are committed to calling out the gifts, talents and God given destiny in people and then encouraging them to pursue these as part of a “with God” life.  We believe that in doing this, whole communities will benefit and thrive because of God’s generosity and goodness.

 
We will serve, we will give, and we will love!

We will teach people how to live God’s way because we believe this is the best and most fruitful way to live. We will teach the Bible - making it practical, real and central to life. We are committed to fulfilled marriages, loving families, healthy friendships, serving the poor and bringing the best out of our city.

We exist to work in alliance with God and to extend His government and agenda - beginning with our own lives, and then extending to our city, our nation, and the very ends of the earth. We are committed to the success and glory of His church because it is the expression of His family on earth.

To read the Vineyard Churches ‘Statement of Faith’ outlining what we believe and the supporting Bible verses please visit this link.