What is Neighbors Church all about?

 
 

We are passionate about EQUIPPING ALL TO LOVE GOD AND NEIGHBORS. Through a unified network of microchurches, we will engage communities so that revival comes to St. Pete.

 

“To equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to mature manhood, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ.”

— Ephesians 4:12-13

An Uncommon Approach

We are called to equip pastors and leaders to lead microchurches. We envision dozens of connected small churches (microchurches) all throughout St. Petersburg and Pinellas County that meet weekly in unique spaces such as art studios, gyms, coffeeshops, and homes.

This network of microchurches gathers monthly for a service of celebration, equipping and unifying. 

What describes a microchurch? 

  • Local. Ideally everyone lives in the immediate area

  • Missional. Serving the community

  • Relational. The size lends itself to building authentic relationships

  • Spirit-Filled. Not simply a place to have friends but truly encounter God and see the gifts of the Spirit

  • Multiplying. Always making new disciples to multiply and start new microchurches

We want to see St. Petersburg saved by the hope and healing only found in Jesus. We believe He has revival waiting for our city! We are passionate about all believers owning their calling to make disciples that make disciples.

The Church should be a place of not only life transformation through Jesus but equipping to bring this transformation to our spheres of influence beyond church walls. Ministry isn’t just for those with a title of “pastor” - all believers have a God-given call to “go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation” (Mark 16:15) so that all might know the full life Jesus has waiting for them. We believe that the best way to bring the fullness of Jesus to the world is through a thriving local church. A community that loves each other while on mission together… LOVING GOD AND NEIGHBORS.

VALUES

  • Belonging - We embrace all because everyone has value. We believe God puts people in your path and life for a purpose. We strive to create a community of love and support among people of all ages, races, backgrounds, socio-economical levels, variety of church experiences and worldview. Because the truth is, we are ALL neighbors through Jesus.

  • Authenticity - We are authentic because we have no one to impress. (And being fake is overrated.) A foundational desire of the human race is to be known. We can live out this life of faith better when we have people in our corner to encourage, bear our burdens, and often correct us. That happens in an environment of authenticity.

  • Audacious Faith - We take bold risks and believe for miracles because God is able. Our gatherings emphasize and give room for the true power of Jesus and work of His Holy Spirit.

  • Multiplication - We own our mission because everyone is called to make an impact. 

 

WHAT WE BELIEVE

We uphold to the Christian fundamental truths of our cooperative fellowship, the Assemblies of God.

 

WE BELIEVE… The Scriptures are inspired by God.

WE BELIEVE… There is only one true God–revealed in three persons.

WE BELIEVE… In the deity of the Lord Jesus Christ.

WE BELIEVE… That sin is anything done outside of faith and was introduced to humanity through Adam and Eve.

WE BELIEVE… Every person can be saved by grace through faith.

WE BELIEVE… and practice two ordinances: Water baptism by immersion and Holy communion

WE BELIEVE… The nine fruits of the Spirit are the by-product of a Spirit-filled life and are all in the context of love and done in an orderly way.

WE BELIEVE… Sanctification is instantaneous at Salvation and continuous as we become more Christ-like through our position in Christ.

WE BELIEVE… The Church is following the Mission of Jesus to seek and save all who are lost.

WE BELIEVE… In servant leadership that empowers the Church.

WE BELIEVE… That God is able to heal and restore us physically, spiritually and emotionally.

WE BELIEVE… that Jesus will Return.