Our Values

Westport is a value driven church.
Our core values are more than phrases on the wall.
They are our uniqueness.  They define us.  They shape us.  They direct us. 

We invite you to come embrace these values with us:

	Treasuring Jesus We are a people who desire to make much of Jesus, and through Him, to glorify God the Father.  We will emphasize the person of Jesus as our only true and lasting treasure, which motivates us for service.
	Theological Emphasis Theological foundation is essential for transformation.  Theology will be emphasized through the passionate and creative communication of the Bible.  Transformative Bible study will be modeled publicly, creating a passion for studying it personally.  Learn more about the Theology we embrace at Westport.
	Transformational Community We are a people of authentic spiritual transformation –demonstrating love, purity, humility, hospitality, generosity and servant leadership.  We value gatherings for worship, fellowship, learning and serving together.
	Team Leadership We value leaders who value each other.  All leadership roles are designed to function within the framework of a team. This includes our teaching pastors, elders, ministry leaders and members.
	Creative Ministry We value the diversity and creativity that God has given each of us.  Within the context of our passion, resources and gifts, we will explore and act upon opportunities to creatively do ministry together.
	Community Service As transformed people, we have been given a spiritual desire to serve the body of Christ, as well as our community at large.  We value building bridges to our community through acts of service.