Friends Church is a community of authentic Christ-followers, compelled to change our world.
Our Vision
We exist to help the curious, the skeptical, and the seeking discover that Jesus really does love them.
(Luke 15)
We create a relational space for people that foster deep connection and community in a lonely world.
(Heb. 3:13)
We equip families to be the primary place where children become disciples of Jesus.
(Deut. 6:4-9)
We are carriers of the hope Jesus has made in our lives to our neighborhood and to the nations.
(I Peter 3:15)
Our Growth Pathway
For Becoming More Like Jesus
Gather on Sundays to worship and learn about Jesus.
Grow to become like Jesus through groups and intentional spiritual practices.
Go and do what Jesus did through compassionate service, outreach and sharing the Gospel with others.
Give our time, talent, and treasure generously in service of King Jesus.
What We Believe
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We believe there is one living and true God who, in essence, while eternally existing, is three distinct Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, all having the same nature, attributes, and perfections.
(Matthew 28:18-19; Mark 12:29; John 1:14; Acts 5:3-4; 2 Corinthians 2:13, 10:11; 2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:21)
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God the Father is the creator of the universe and is a personal God who desires a relationship with all people. He is a supernatural being who has always existed. He is the ruler of all creation who also hears and answers prayer. He is perfect in holiness, wisdom, power, and love.
(Genesis 1:1; Psalm 89:26; Isaiah 9:6; John 6:27, 45-46; I Corinthians 8:6; II Corinthians 1:3; Galatians 4:6; Ephesians 5:20; Matthew 28:18-19; Mark 12:29; John 1:14; Acts 5:3-4; 2 Corinthians 2:13, 10:11; 2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:21) -
Jesus Christ is God’s only begotten Son. We believe in His conception by the Holy Spirit, virgin birth, sinless life, miracles, teachings, and that He offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people by dying on the cross. He rose from the dead on the third day to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to heaven and will return again to earth to reign as Lord and King.
(Ephesians 4:1-8; Isaiah 9:6; John 1:1-5; I John 5:20; Isaiah 53:3-12)
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The Holy Spirit is present in the world to make people aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right.
(John 14:16-17, 26, 15:26, 16:7-14; Galatians 5:18, 22-25; Acts 1:8; I Corinthians 6:19-20)
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The Bible is God’s Word to all people, written by human authors through the guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the foundational source of truth and authority for all Christian beliefs and living. God inspires it without error.
(John 17:17; II Timothy 3:16-17; Psalm 119:105; Proverbs 30:5)
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The true Church is composed of all people who trust in Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior. Believers are united together in the “Body of Christ,” of which Jesus is the head. Friends Church is a group of believers who have organized themselves for doing the work of God’s ministry. Our church is responsible to provide opportunities for fellowship, growth, teaching, and serving by using one’s spiritual gifts as given by the Holy Spirit.
(Romans 12:5; I Corinthians 12:12-28; Ephesians 3:6, 4:11-16, 5:23)
(Matthew 28:18-19; Mark 12:29; John 1:14; Acts 5:3-4; 2 Corinthians 2:13, 10:11; 2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:21)
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At the moment we become Christians we are baptized into the Body of Christ, and this spiritual baptism is completely sufficient for the believer.
(Mark 1:8; Ephesians 4:4-6; Romans 6:3-4; Colossians 2:11-12; Luke 3:16; I Peter 3:21)
The physical act of water baptism by immersion after accepting Christ as personal Lord and Savior is not needed for salvation or spiritual standing, but is a person’s testimony of death to sin, and resurrection to a new life in Christ.
(Acts 2:28, 8:12, 16, 36-39, 10:47; Matthew 28:16-20)
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Our relationship to God as believers provides us with the privilege of moment-by-moment communion with God. It is this silent communion of our spirit with the Spirit of God that is essential to our continued walk with Him.
(John 6:33, 48, 51, 14:16; Romans 8:11; Ephesians 3:14-17a; II Corinthians 13:5; Revelations 3:20)
The “Lord’s Supper” is a time of remembering the death of the Lord Jesus Christ and for examining one’s life. The taking of the elements does not result in spiritual benefit, but provides the believer with a physical method of remembrance in a scripturally approved manner.
(I Corinthians 11:23-28, 10:16-17; Luke 22:17-20)
Staff Leadership
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Aaron has been serving as a full time pastor for 17 years in a variety of roles. As the founding pastor of the church, Aaron is passionate about helping people take their next steps with Jesus, creating space for life changing conversations, and teaching the Bible in relevant ways. In his free time, Aaron enjoys a good cup of coffee with friends, running in the hills, Minnesota and Boston sports, and his aussie-doodle. He is married and has two kids.
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Katie leads the way in helping people connect and grow through small groups and our Sunday Serve Teams. She keeps things running smoothly behind the scenes with care and excellence. Katie is married and has a daughter.
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Our kids ministry is led by Kristen, who is passionate about creating safe, fun, and faith-filled environments where kids can learn about Jesus and build a foundation for life. Kristen is married with two young children.
Shepherding Elders
Shepherding Elders serve the church by providing spiritual oversight, teaching God’s Word faithfully, and leading by example in godly character and service (1 Tim. 3). As Scripture says, “Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, watching over them—not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be” (1 Peter 5:2, NIV).
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Brad serves as one of our shepherding elders. He and his wife Krista lead a families small group. Krista also leads a moms with littles group and they serve in our kids ministry.