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Loving People…Growing Together
“The Mission of Pella Nazarene is to love people where they are and to grow together in Jesus.”
At Pella Nazarene, our mission is simple and meaningful: to love people where they are and to grow together in Jesus. We believe God meets each of us in our unique journey, and we are called to extend that same grace to others. No matter your story or background, you are welcome here. Together, we grow in Christ through worship, community, and service—encouraging one another to live out our faith every day.
Core Values
Honest Fellowship is a Christ-centered community marked by authenticity, vulnerability, and accountability. This creates a foundation of trust and support where we carry one another’s burdens, speak the truth in love, and grow together in faith.
- Galatians 6:2 – Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ.
- James 5:16 – Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed.
- Hebrews 10:24-25 – Let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together
Bold Prayer is an unwavering pursuit of God’s presence, seeking His will with faith and persistence. It begins with self-examination, inviting God to transform us before we ask Him to act. It honors God with Kingdom-sized dreams, trusting that He will answer in His perfect timing and way.
- Matthew 6:9-13 – This, then, is how you should pray: “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from the evil one.”
- Psalm 24:3-6 – Who may ascend the mountain of the Lord? Who may stand in his holy place? The one who has clean hands and a pure heart, who does not trust in an idol or swear by a false god. They will receive blessing from the Lord and vindication from God their Savior.
- Luke 5:16 – But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed.
- Philippians 4:6- Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.
Faithful stewardship is the responsible management of the time, talents, and treasures God has entrusted to us for His glory and the good of others. We seek to steward these gifts wisely, generously, and with integrity, recognizing that all we have belongs to God.
- 1 Corinthians 4:2 – “Now it is required that those who have been given a trust must prove faithful.”
- Colossians 3:23-24 – “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.”
- Luke 16:10 – “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much.”
- Psalm 112:5 Good will come to those who are generous and lend freely, who conduct their affairs with justice
Transformational Obedience is a wholehearted surrender to God that leads to on-going renewal, Christlike character, and active participation in God’s mission. It shapes our hearts, relationships, and communities. More than rule-following it is a life-changing response to God’s Word and the Holy Spirit.
- Romans 12:1-2 – “Be transformed by the renewing of your mind…” Obedience to God renews our thinking and shapes our lives according to His will.
- John 14:15 – “If you love me, keep my commands.” Loving Jesus naturally leads to obedience, which is an act of devotion, not duty.
- James 1:22-25 – Being “doers of the word” demonstrates a faith that is alive and active.
Authentic Worship is a genuine, continual response to God’s presence, rooted in truth and expressed in every part of life. It flows from hearts that seek to honor God through repentance and obedience. It is not limited to corporate gatherings but is lived daily as we align our lives with God’s Word, celebrate God’s love and goodness, surrendering to God’s will.
- Psalm 98:1-4 – “Sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done marvelous things… Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth, burst into jubilant song with music.”
- 1 John 1:9 – “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.”
- Micah 6:8 – “He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.”
Compassionate Service is a visible expression of God’s love and grace, demonstrated through selfless acts of kindness, generosity, and care. It calls us to serve others with open hearts and willing hands, meeting needs, offering comfort, and walking alongside those in difficult times. Compassionate service is not just about action—it reflects Christ’s love and grace in practical ways, fostering strong, supportive communities.
- Matthew 25:40 – “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’”
- Galatians 6:9-10 – “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.”
- 1 Peter 4:10 – “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.”
- Philippians 2:4 – “Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.”

