We Believe…

At Highline we have people who are in many different places in their journey of faith, and we’re comfortable with that.  We’re confident that God is at work in and among us.  However, it is both fair and appropriate to ask: What foundational beliefs inform the teaching and practice of the church?

As a part of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, teaching at Highline reflects the following Essential Tenets of the Faith:

All Scripture is self-attesting, and being Truth requires our unreserved submission in all areas of life. The infallible Word of God—the 66 books of the Old and New Testaments—is a complete and unified witness to God’s redemptive acts culminating in the incarnation of the Living Word, the Lord Jesus Christ. The Bible, uniquely and fully inspired by the Holy Spirit, is the supreme and final authority on all matters on which it speaks. On this sure foundation, we affirm these additional essentials of our faith.

1. We believe in one God, the sovereign Creator and Sustainer of all things, infinitely perfect and eternally existing in three Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. To Him be all honor, glory, and praise forever!

2. Jesus Christ, the living Word, became flesh through His miraculous conception by the Holy Spirit and His virgin birth. He who is true God became true man united in one Person forever. He died on the cross a sacrifice for our sins according to the Scriptures. On the third day He arose bodily from the dead, ascended into heaven where, at the right hand of the Majesty on High, He now is our High Priest and Mediator.

3. The Holy Spirit has come to glorify Christ and to apply the saving work of Christ to our hearts. He convicts us of sin and draws us to the Savior, indwelling our hearts. He gives new life to us, empowers and imparts gifts to us for service. He instructs and guides us into all truth, and seals us for the day of redemption.

4. Being estranged from God and condemned by our sinfulness, our salvation is wholly dependent upon the work of God’s free grace. God credits His righteousness to those who put their faith in Christ alone for their salvation, and thereby justifies them in His sight. Only such as are born of the Holy Spirit and receive Jesus Christ become children of God and heirs of eternal life.

5. The true Church is composed of all persons who through saving faith in Jesus Christ and the sanctifying work of the Holy Spirit are united together in the body of Christ. The Church finds her visible yet imperfect expression in local congregations where the Word of God is preached in its purity and the sacraments are administered in their integrity, where scriptural discipline is practiced, and where loving fellowship is maintained. For her perfecting she awaits the return of her Lord.

6. Jesus Christ will come again to the earth personally, visibly, and bodily—to judge the living and the dead, and to consummate history and the eternal plan of God. “Even so, come, Lord Jesus” (Revelation 22:20).

7. The Lord Jesus Christ commands all believers to proclaim the gospel throughout the world and to make disciples of all nations. Obedience to the Great Commission requires total commitment to “Him who loved us and gave Himself for us.” He calls us to a life of self-denying love and service. “For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them” (Ephesians 2:10).

The Essentials are set forth in greater detail in the Westminster Confession of Faith

The Motto of the EPC is

In Essentials … Unity
In Non-Essentials … Liberty
In All Things … Charity

We are committed to being a Gospel-centered community, where the love of Christ shapes our interactions and drives our mission. Our core values guide us in this journey, emphasizing the importance of being biblically grounded, engaging in intentional discipleship, and fostering a grace-filled community that reflects God’s love in action.

“We exist not for ourselves, but to love and serve our neighbors, embodying the Gospel through our actions and words.”

-Brian Gawf

As a church, we strive to be a relentless mission community, reaching out to those in need and sharing the hope found in Jesus Christ. Our commitment to discipleship ensures that we grow together in faith, supporting one another in our spiritual journeys.

Our church is dedicated to fostering a culture of love, support, and encouragement, where every individual can thrive and grow in their faith journey.

Core Values of Highline Community Churc

Our Commitment to Community and Service

At Highline Community Church, we are dedicated to creating a space where individuals from all walks of life can come together, learn, and grow in their faith. We believe that our differences enrich our community, and we strive to embody God’s grace in every interaction, supporting one another through life’s challenges and celebrating our victories together.

Our mission extends beyond our church walls, as we actively engage in community service and outreach, demonstrating God’s love through tangible acts of kindness and support.