FAQs

Question 1

What are the core beliefs of the church?

Answer

We are all about Jesus. We are a Gospel-centered community unashamedly celebrating the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, who alone offers the free gift of eternal life. Read our beliefs for a deeper look at what we consider most important. We also affirm the Nicene Creed and are well represented by the positions presented in the Lausanne Covenant.

Question 2

Are you a Bible church or a Holy Spirit church?

Answer

Yes. We believe the Bible and the Holy Spirit were never meant to be separated.

We are a Bible-centered church. Scripture is God’s authoritative Word, so it shapes our theology, anchors our teaching, and reveals Jesus to us. We are also a Holy Spirit-led church. We believe the Spirit who inspired the Scriptures is still active today — leading, convicting, empowering, healing, and forming us into the likeness of Christ.

The Bible without the Spirit can become information without transformation. The Spirit without the Bible can become passion without direction. So we open the Scriptures expecting the Spirit to speak. We worship rooted in truth and open to God’s presence. We seek spiritual gifts with humility and discernment, testing everything by Scripture.

Our desire is simple: to follow Jesus faithfully — formed by His Word and alive to His Spirit.

Question 3

What kinds of people are a part of this church?

Answer

We are committed to being a church family made up of different generations, backgrounds, ethnicities and abilities. Unity in the midst of diversity is a big part of God’s Kingdom, and one we celebrate. (Translation: there is a place for you and the people you care about here.)

Question 4

I’m skeptical about Christianity, am I still welcome?

Answer

Yes. Reach was started with you in mind. Please bring your doubts, your brain, and your baggage — they are all welcome here. You will have the opportunity to learn more, ask questions, share hurts from past experiences, all at your own pace. In fact, you can reach out to a pastor with your big questions any time — even right now. We will always be eager to hear from you.

Question 5

Who leads the church?

Answer

At Reach a team of elders carry the responsibility of overseeing the mission and doctrine of the church. They do this largely by empowering and caring for the men and women who serve as Reach’s pastors and staff to lead ministries, build teams, and care for groups across the region.

Question 6

What does Reach believe about women in leadership?

Answer

At Reach women are encouraged, equipped and empowered to use their gifts to move the mission forward. You will see both pastors and preachers who are women at Reach, and we believe you will be incredibly blessed by them. Here’s where the tension comes in: we believe Scripture teaches that while every ministry activity is open to women, the leadership office of elder is intended for qualified men. If you come from a church background, this hybrid position is probably new to you. If you want to dig deeper on this topic, this document is a great place to start.

Question 7

How are finances handled?

Answer

Financial decisions are advised by a volunteer finance team and day-to-day decisions are made by church staff, all within a budget that is approved by the elders on an annual basis. For additional accountability, every receipt and transaction is accounted for and verified by a trusted third-party accounting firm. You can learn more about how we use our finances or set up recurring contributions on the giving page.

Question 8

Is Reach affiliated with a particular political party?

Answer

No. You’ll find people on both sides of the aisle here. We are centered on and driven by the Gospel of Jesus, not partisan politics. Still, we believe followers of Jesus should care about policies because they impact millions of people — each bearing the image of God.

Question 9

What does Reach believe about the Bible?

Answer

Reach holds to a historic Christian orthodox view of Scripture.

We believe the Scriptures are inspired: The Scriptures are God-breathed — “men spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit” (2 Peter 1:21). God worked through human authors, directly empowering and enabling them to communicate his truth according to their individual personalities, styles and situations.

We believe the Scriptures are inerrant: As J.I. Packer describes, we hold “an advance commitment to receive as truth from God all that Scripture is found, on inspection, to actually teach.” We receive the Bible’s teachings, promises and moral imperatives as wholly true. In order to rightly interpret Scripture, we acknowledge the authors wrote in ordinary language and in a variety of literary genres.

Question 10

What do you believe about marriage?

Answer

The Bible consistently defines marriage as a covenant relationship instituted by God with 3 parties involved — a woman, a man, and God himself. Scripture is also clear that sex is a gift — one meant to be enjoyed within a life-long, covenantal, monogamous, heterosexual marriage.

During our series, Beautiful Gift, specifically the sermons, “Trouble In Church” and “The Truth About Change,” we explored God's design for marriage and sexuality in depth. For a written study, read the Deep Dive on Marriage, Sexuality, and Gender from the 1st Corinthians 5-7 Tool Kit.

Question 11

How are LGBTQ+ people treated at this church?

Answer

Everyone is invited to encounter and follow Jesus, and we are honored when our LGBTQ+ friends take us up on that invitation. It gets messy when we trust God to speak into every part of our lives together, but we are up for the mess if you are. Everyone has a unique story, and we’ll be honored if you choose to trust us with yours. We will have both truth and love, clarity and kindness waiting for you if you do.

During our series, Beautiful Gift, we explored God’s design for sexuality in depth. The sermon “Trouble In Church” covers Scripture’s teaching on marriage as a whole, while “The Truth About Change,” continues the conversation on LGBTQ+ specifically. For a written study, read the Deep Dive on Marriage, Sexuality, and Gender from the 1st Corinthians 5-7 Tool Kit.

Question 12

How do I become a member?

Answer

We currently do not have a formal membership process, but will be moving that direction in the near future. For now, you can know you are “all in” when you commit to a community environment of your choosing, make time to joyfully serve the church and the city, and make giving to the church part of the way you worship Jesus.

Question 13

What does Reach believe about Jesus?

Answer

Jesus is unlike anyone else. He is fully God and fully human — the eternal Son of God who stepped into our world and took on flesh (John 1:14). If you’ve ever wondered what God is like, you don’t have to guess — look at Jesus. Scripture calls Him “the image of the invisible God” (Colossians 1:15) — the One who makes the unseen God known.

Through Jesus, the Kingdom of God has come near. In His life, death, and physical resurrection, He revealed the rule and reign of God breaking into our world. Through the cross, He defeated sin, death, and all the powers of darkness (1 Corinthians 15:3–4), extending grace and new life to all who trust in Him. He said, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life” (John 14:6) — the only path to the Father and the source of all true life.

Even now, the wonder continues: He has not left us. Jesus is Emmanuel — “God with us” (Matthew 1:23) — and through His Holy Spirit, He is still near: guiding, transforming, empowering, and making His presence known. Right now, He reigns at the Father’s side (Acts 2:33–36), and one day He will return to make all things new and bring the fullness of His Kingdom (Revelation 21:5).

This is the hope Jesus offers — not a distant idea, but a living promise rooted solely in Him and what He has done. And that changes everything.

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Following Jesus begins with faith — receiving His grace, forgiveness, and new identity as beloved sons and daughters of God (Ephesians 2:8–10). As we trust Him, we begin to walk in the way of discipleship: loving God, loving others, and learning to live under the good rule of His Kingdom. (Matthew 22:37–39).

The Holy Spirit is at work within us, reshaping our desires and transforming us into the likeness of Christ — people marked by holiness, compassion, justice, and mercy (Romans 8:29). This transformation is lifelong, but Jesus doesn’t wait until we’re “finished” to partner with us. Even now, He invites us into His mission — proclaiming good news, advancing His Kingdom, and working for God’s peace and renewal in the world (John 20:21; Matthew 28:18–20).

And we do all this with unshakable hope: that He will complete what He began, raising us to resurrection life and restoring all creation (1 Corinthians 15:20–26). Jesus is our greatest hope — and that hope is offered freely to you.

If you’re ready to begin, simply talk to Him. Tell Him you trust Him with your whole heart. Tell Him you’re ready to give Him your life. He hears you — and He welcomes you.

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