About Us
Discover our rich history, mission, and the heart behind everything we do at Modbury Church.
What We Believe
Priesthood of All Believers
We have no distinction between clergy (paid church workers) and laity. Lay people may preach, celebrate the Lord’s Supper, baptize, and share in pastoral ministry and church leadership. Clergy wear no distinctive clothing.
1 Peter 2:9 – But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His wonderful light.
Unity Among Christians
The Church is essentially one – no creed but Christ. In things essential, we value unity. In things non-essential, we value liberty. In all things, we value love.
Simplicity in Worship
We deliberately have a lack of rituals, liturgy, bells, incense, creeds, etc.
Evangelism
We believe that people must know about Jesus Christ so that they can trust their lives to Him. We aim to tell others the good news of Jesus in many ways, and there is a continual stress on evangelism.
Baptism by Immersion
We do not practice infant baptism, as we believe it is God’s intention for baptism to be the way in which a person responds to Him in faith.
Matthew 28:18-20 – Then Jesus came to them and said: “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
What We Value
An unwavering belief in the Lord God Almighty, and a passion for a holy God.
An unwavering belief in the authority of the Bible – no other basis.
An unwavering belief in Jesus Christ as the center of our faith and life. Our whole faith is based on Him. He is God fully revealed, and our Savior. His character and life are our example. We measure all teaching and theology by Jesus Christ.
Integrity and honesty.
Spiritual gifts – all Christians have them, and all should use them.
Unity – in our own fellowship, and in community with other churches
Prayer – we are called to develop our faith, our spiritual lives, and our spiritual authority.
Outreach – people matter to God.
Discipleship – this means basics like Bible study, prayer, stewardship, and other spiritual disciplines.
Family – we respect parents, marriage, and children.
Characteristics of Our Churches
The family of churches known as Christian Churches, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), and Churches of Christ grew out of an early 19th Century movement with origins in both the United Kingdom and the United States of America. Today there are congregations related to this Christian World Communion in more than 178 countries.
Ten Major Characteristics
A concern for Christian Unity
A commitment to Evangelism and Mission
An emphasis on the centrality of the New Testament
A simple Confession of Faith
Believers’ Baptism
Weekly Communion
A Biblical Name
Congregational autonomy
Lay Leadership
Diversity/Freedom/Liberty
Minister
Heather - Pastor
Eldership Team
Cliff - Elder Leader
Michelle - Elder
Sandra - Elder
Jenny - Elder
Roland - Elder
Our Planning Council
Vaughan - Administrator
Russell - Treasurer
Michael - Church Representative
Janine - Church Representative
Find Us on the Map
We are located in the heart of Modbury, and we’d love for you to join us at our next service or event. Use the map below to find directions to our church. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning, we look forward to welcoming you!