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What We Believe: FAQ’s

1. What should I wear on Sunday mornings?
    

   You won’t be out of place if you dress anywhere within the range of business dress-down to casual. We try to “be ourselves” while at the same time respecting the fact that we are gathering to worship God.

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2. Is there something for my children?
    

   Yes. Our children’s service will teach a class and provide activities for younger children (up to 10 yrs.) during the time you are in the meeting. However, children 11 and above typically join us in our meetings. Also, there are regular weekly events available for those who wish to join junior high/ high school activities. For further info, please see our “Youth” link on this site.

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3. Are you a charismatic group?
    

   If you are referring to people who enjoy a vocal, passionate, warm worship experience, then the answer is yes. However if you’re asking to find out whether we stress tongues speaking in our meetings, then the answer is no. Although some of our members speak in tongues, and we believe that God can still operate through believers this way, tongues and other miraculous gifts have been terribly abused among Christians today. We therefore find it more expedient to encourage their practice in non-sensational avenues rather than in high profile public events.

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4. How do I get there?
    

   (See directions link).

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5. What version of the Bible do you use?
    

   We do not have an officially declared version of the Bible. The particular translation used on any given Sunday depends upon who is ministering and what version he happens to be studying. However, we try to base our teachings upon versions that are proven among the people of God for their readability and accuracy like the King James Version, the New King James Version, the Holman Version, or the New American Standard Bible.

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6. What kind of music do you have in your meetings?
    

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   We play light contemporary Christian music, occasionally mixing it with Christian classics and “homegrown” spiritual songs written by people in the church.

7. How do I join your church?
    

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   Our attitude is that if you have received Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, you are already spiritually a member of CCA. As long as you hold the biblical Christian faith, we will receive you freely.

8. How do you handle differences of opinion?
    

   Doctrinally speaking, we expect that people who consider us as their home congregation should be in full agreement with the biblical Christian faith, the core teachings that make a person a real Christian. We do not insist on unity in minor matters of teaching, however, we also ask that no one joining us would embark on a “mission” to force any particular belief of theirs into the church. If a difference of opinion emerges concerning the leadership arrangement or direction of our assembly and it ultimately will not allow a person to peacefully continue here, then we respectfully encourage that person to find a church where they can submit to the leadership. This is to prevent division in the assembly.

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9. Is your church racially diverse?
    

   Yes. In our meetings you will see individuals from an international “rainbow”—Caucasians, African Americans, Africans, Asians, and Hispanics. A Chinese speaking outreach group is also part of CCA. It meets with us in the same facility and occasionally joins us for “celebration” style meetings.

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10. Are you affiliated with a denomination/ministry?
     

    No. CCA is independent of any official ties to such organizations. However, in keeping with our belief that the Body of Christ should be practically realized in our city, we try to maintain good relations, a high level of respect, and where possible, coordination with other Christian congregations here locally. Also, allowing for the spiritual reality of one Body of Christ on the earth, we occasionally endorse conferences hosted by churches in other cities.

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11. What do you believe?
     

    (See “What we believe” link).

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12. How can I get involved?
     

    (See “Volunteering” link).

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13. What do you have for those who are new to the Christian life?
     

    We try to practice personal mentoring by individual arrangement. This is typically settled in one of our home groups. If you or someone you know needs a sound introduction to the Christian life, there are many among us who are seasoned and can provide some help and guidance. If you are between the ages of 18-30, then Oasis Christian Community, our young adult work, has study and discipleship programs available.

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14. What do you have for those who wish to go deeper in the Christian life?
     

    We regularly conduct classes that cover the deeper thoughts of scripture and depending on the level of interest, operates training sessions for those who wish to serve in a greater capacity in the church.

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