We believe that a New Testament church is a local assembly of born again baptized believers united in organization to practice the New Testament ordinances of Baptism and Communion; to meet together for worship, prayer, fellowship, and the teaching of the Word of God; to edify the Body by developing and using each's spiritual gifts; and to actively engage in carrying out the Great Commission to reach the unsaved. Each church is independent and autonomous.  Matthew 16:13-19; Ephesians 4:11-13; Matthew 28:18-20