quaychurch core values
Jesus is our purpose
Everything begins and ends with Jesus, for from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. When Jesus is central, our hearts are aligned with heaven, our mission becomes clear and our efforts are fueled by grace rather than striving. Purpose is not found in what we do but in who we follow. Living for Jesus isn’t an accessory to life, it is life. Everything we do should point to Christ crucified, risen and reigning. When we meet in His name, we meet with Him. Everyday becomes sacred when done in His name. Our purpose in Jesus does not pause when a gathering ends; it extends into every aspect of our lives. We keep our eyes on Jesus, knowing that He’s not only the author and pioneer of our faith, but also the finisher.
(Col 1:17, Phil 1:2, Matt 18:20, Col 3:17, Heb 12:2)
belonging is our heart
In this house, we’re passionate about people, believing that all are made in the image of God and were created for community. In a broken and isolated world, we all have a longing for belonging. Though we have all been outsiders, in Jesus we are welcomed in, and because we have been accepted by Him, we extend the same invitation to others. Belonging begins with the truth that we are fully known and fully loved by God. Here, we celebrate differences, carry each other’s burdens and refuse judgment, choosing instead to embody the love of Jesus. We are committed to being a place of belonging for the found and a beacon of hope for those who are far.
(1 Cor 12:27, Rom 15:7, Gal 6:2, Heb 13:2, Rom 5:8, James 5:16)
stewardship is our responsibility
Stewardship begins with ownership – God’s, not ours. In this house, we don’t just “volunteer” our time or “give” our treasures, we faithfully steward all we’ve been entrusted with because nothing we possess truly belongs to us. They are gifts from God, entrusted to our care for His glory. When we recognize this, we can live generously and sacrificially, following the example of Jesus. It is both our responsibility and our joy to steward all of who we are and all that we have for the glory of God and the advancement of His kingdom.
(Psalm 24:1, Eph 5:15-16, Luke 14:27, Matt 25:23, 2 Cor 9:7)
excellence is our standard
Excellence isn’t perfection, it’s wholeheartedness. We work unto the Lord, doing the best we can with all we have. We reject apathy and choose to be engaged, prepared and passionate. We are committed to giving God our first and our best, honoring Him with intentionality in all we do knowing that no task is too small to be sacred. While perfection is impossible apart from God, we pursue excellence to glorify Him and join in the work He’s doing in our church and the world.
(Col 3:23, Prov 20:4, Prov 3:9, Phil 2:12)
bringing is our joy
In this house, we don’t “give”, but we joyfully bring back to God what is already His. Everything we have is a gift from Him; therefore we bring our time, talents and treasures as an act of worship, not obligation. The world tells us to accumulate – Jesus invites us to sacrifice, so that through our bringing, the spotlight is on His grace and Glory, not our own.
(Malachi 3:10, Psalms 90:12, Rom 11:36, 2 Cor 9:7, 1 Peter 4:10)
passion is our posture
Passion isn’t a personality trait, it’s a spiritual posture. Everything we do flows from a fervent and unashamed love for Jesus, His Gospel and His Church. We refuse to be lukewarm, choosing instead to be marked by zeal in light of His perfect sacrifice on our behalf. When the Gospel grips our hearts, it compels us to act, speak, serve and worship in ways that stand out in a world full of apathy, pointing others toward the heart of God.
(Rom 12:11, 2 Sam 6:14, Rom 1:16, Psalm 63:3)
worship is our way
Worship is more than singing songs, it’s how we live. As God’s creation, every moment, act and breath is worship to our Creator. God doesn’t desire polished perfection, but honest surrender. Worship isn’t just for mountaintop moments, it’s the defiant praise that declares God’s goodness in the middle of uncertainty. True worship not only exalts God but also transforms us into the image of His Son, reminding us that the story ends with Him victorious and with every tribe and tongue praising His name.
(Rom 12:1, Micah 7:7, Psalm 150:6, Col 3:23, Psalm 51:17, 2 Cor 3:17, James 1:22, Rev 7:9-10)