We have a dream of…

A moderate Baptist church with a regional ministry encompassing the city of Lakeland and the surrounding areas of Polk County.

A congregation that upholds the historic Baptist principles of soul freedom, Bible freedom, church freedom and religious freedom (see statement of beliefs).

A healthy, growing multigenerational church that ministers to adults, youth and children without regard to their ethnic and economic background.

A warm, welcoming fellowship that provides a place of grace where hurting people can find care and compassion within the framework of a tolerant and inclusive community.

A thoughtful and progressive congregation that provides a context for people to ask difficult questions and receive authentic answers about faith and life.

A church that strives to be a place to learn, to love and to be liberated for ministry and missions in the modern world.

A congregation that values servant leadership, gender equality and an active involvement in the larger family of God.

A fellowship that desires to show the love and grace of Christ to all people as we seek to do justice, love mercy and walk humbly with God.