Faith
The church believes to be true whatever is revealed in the Word, the Bible, because of the authority of God Himself speaking in it. We are called in doctrine and life, in fellowship together, to entrust our lives to our God and Father—obeying His commands, trembling at His warnings, and embracing His promises for this life and that which is to come. Faith endures the disappointments, the hardships, and the heart-aches of life by recognizing that all is under the hand of Him, Who is gracious, kind and wise; faith also moves forward acting on the rule and reign of the Lord Jesus Christ, whose authority and compassion conquers hearts, revives men, women, children and institutions, and wins nations. In our saving, spiritual union with Jesus Christ, we accept, receive, and rest in the Lord by the power of the Holy Spirit, Who draws us near as His children in order to believe that God exists and that He rewards those who seek Him. Ephesians 2:8-9; James 1:2-6; Philippians 2:1-11; Hebrews 11:1-3, 6.
Orthodox
Ortho comes from the Greek; it means straight, right, or correct; an orthodontist straightens teeth, makes them right. Dox also comes from the Greek; it means praise; the doxology is a song of praise for worship. When put together, the word orthodox literally means straight praise, right worship or typically, we can say correct teaching and training.
In this way Faith Church stands firmly on the Bible; we aim to apply the teachings of the Bible to every area of life. At the center, we teach the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory. He is the way, the truth and the life. The Gospel is the power of God unto salvation—in Him we have hope and purpose in this world and in the world to come. 2 Timothy 3:16-17; 1 Corinthians 10:31; John 14:6
Presbyterian
Presby, part of a New Testament word, refers to an older man, an elder, one who is seasoned with years in life-training and Bible-based knowledge. He has responsibility to shepherd the flock. Faith Church is elder-led; these are men who are set apart by the Holy Spirit and seen by the congregation as qualified to be overseers of the church. They are ordained servants who love, guide, and set an example for and pray for the congregation. Deacons, also ordained servants, are men who care for physical needs of the weak, the sick, the fatherless and widows. Their service shows the mercy of Jesus Christ. 1 Timothy 3:1-16; Titus 1:4-9
Church
God is our covenant God, and we are His covenant people. From Scripture, the church shows herself as the Household of Faith, the Body of Christ, and the Temple of the Holy Spirit; we are those who seek to live in fellowship under Christ’s Lordship. By water baptism we enter into the visible church—parents, along with their children, and youths and singles. We join one another in membership and commitment, offering mutual comfort and strength as a community of believers. The heart of this community centers on the family-like relationships for growth and service, older generations connected with younger ones. We give focus to family-involved ministry. We long for our children to love and to honor the Lord for generations to come. Ephesians 2: 13-22; Titus 2:1-8; 1 Timothy 5:1-4