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Values & Objectives

Our statement of values represent a balance between the culture that exists within The Christian Centre and the direction we are going in.

1. Apostolic people:
   We aim to be Apostolic within the churches in Middlesbrough. The heart of an Apostle is the heart of a father. We seek to serve and give ourselves to other local churches, not choosing to "Lord it over them" or steal their congregations.
2. Every member ministry:
   Every Christian has unique gifts and abilities given to them by God. We aim to see all our members functioning in their God given abilities.
3. Centre of excellence:
   Church has often been guilty of doing things cheap and tacky. To the best of our current abilities, we aim to do everything well, professionally and without cringe.
4. Hospitable community:
   Church is built not on structures, vision statements and money. It's built on the people within. We aim to foster relationships and a welcoming atmosphere were new people can easily join us.
5. Outward focus:
   We are trying to build a church for the people who have not yet joined us. We seek to cater for current members, whilst trying to foster a culture that seeks to grow and embrace newcomers.
6. Penetrating society:
   Church is meant to exist outside the walls of our Sunday services and connect groups. We aim to be a church in society, in our workplaces, families and communities.

Strategic Objectives

These are our current objectives, designed to meet our vision and mission statement, whilst holding to the core values.

1. A Sunday service where we are comfortable inviting unchurched friends.
2. A culture where every member has a passion for introducing people to Jesus and sees their primary ministry as outside of the church.
3. A role in promoting closer co-operation between churches across the Tees valley.
4. A diverse community using multiplication of the connect groups to accommodate people's common interests.
5. A reputation for sound bible teaching presented effectively in a contemporary manner.
6. A large and successful children's work serving as a positive role model to other churches.
7. A youth work that plays a leading role in transforming youth culture in our area.