About
Who we are
A congregation in the Haymarket / Gainesville area, part of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church.
Honoring God in word and action
Our mission is to honor God by faithfully proclaiming the Gospel in word and action. We are called to lead people into a saving relationship with Jesus Christ and then disciple them to grow in their own faith.
Transformed into the image of Christ
We have a vision of being a congregation that relies on the Holy Spirit's power to transform each one of us more fully into the image of Christ. We believe that knowing Jesus personally has the power to change, regenerate, and save the lost. Therefore, we want to share this truth freely and clearly. We believe that training and equipping the congregation through discipleship opportunities will strengthen us. As we grow in God's strength, we envision a unified body of believers who encourage one another, serve the local community and point others towards Jesus.
Three foundational beliefs
The Word of God is true.
As a church that stands in the tradition of the Reformation, we look to God's Word as our rule of life. The written word, contained in the Bible, and the Living Word, Jesus Christ, provide the foundational supports of our faith.
"All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training" (2 Timothy 3:16)
The Spirit of God is active.
God is actively at work in our world today through his Spirit. Christians are empowered by the Holy Spirit to be Jesus' representatives on the earth. By living in obedience to his will, we become conduits of his love and truth in our world.
The human heart must respond.
It is not enough to merely affirm a general belief in God. When people hear the good news about Jesus Christ, they must turn from trusting in their own goodness and, by faith alone, receive the free gift of God for themselves by believing what Jesus said about himself.
Part of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church
Living Hope has joined with over 600 churches that make up the EPC (Evangelical Presbyterian Church). Together we share a passion for the Gospel and a commitment to live obediently to Jesus. Learn more at epc.org.