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Jesus' Invitation
“Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me. I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.”
John 15:4-5
Our Purpose
Our purpose is to help others live into the beautiful invitation of Jesus to abide in Him—maintaining a deep, ongoing relationship with Him. This abiding involves remaining in His love, experiencing spiritual formation, and bearing fruit that glorifies God. In John 15, Jesus teaches that just as branches cannot bear fruit without the vine, we cannot live out our true identity or fulfill God’s purposes without staying connected to Jesus.
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"Alive in community" emphasizes the essential role of mutual relationships among followers of Jesus. As followers of Jesus we are called to live out their faith in community. This statement reflects the truth that spiritual life is nurtured and expressed within the context of community. Jesus taught that His followers are not isolated individuals but part of a larger family—His Church. In John 13:34-35, He commands, "Love one another. By this, all people will know that you are my disciples if you have love for one another."
Being "alive in community" means that believers are not only spiritually united with Christ but also bound together with one another. The early church, as described in Acts 2:42-47, exemplified this through shared worship, teaching, friendship, and service, creating a vibrant, interdependent community where each member’s spiritual growth was nurtured by the collective.
This living, dynamic community allows for encouragement, accountability, support, and mutual care. It is through relationships in communityt that we are equipped to grow, serve, and reflect God’s love to the world. "Alive in community" also means that the church is a place where diversity is embraced, and the collective strength of the body becomes a testimony to the transforming power of Jesus. Together, followers of Jesus experience the fullness of life in Him, growing into His likeness and accomplishing His mission on earth.
"Active in Compassion" speaks to our call to embody Christ's love through tangible acts of mercy and kindness. Jesus consistently demonstrated compassion to the hurting, marginalized, and oppressed, and He calls His followers to do the same. In Matthew 25:40, He says, “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me..”
Being active in compassion means we are not only called to feel empathy but also to act on it—whether through serving the poor, caring for the sick, advocating for justice, or offering support to those in need. It’s about being a visible, active presence in the world, reflecting Christ’s heart for the vulnerable and broken. We become a channel through which God's love is demonstrated in practical ways, showing that faith in Christ leads to a life of service and care for others. Through these acts, the church is a witness to the transformative power of God's love.
How We Live:
Our desire is to center our lives around the practices of the Way of Jesus:
to be with Jesus, to become like Jesus, and to do what Jesus did.
The Sabbath Practice
We find rest in who God is and dedicate time to rest, reflect, and be refreshed by his goodness.
The Prayer Practice
An invitation from God to pour out our adoration, requests, and disordered desires, while taking time to listen for His response.
The Solitude Practice
A time to get alone before God, to take our whole selves and be before Jesus, giving Him space to graciously reveal who we truly are and who He truly is.
The Generosity Practice
An active way to push off our greedy, materialistic society. We live from a place of giving to others, our time, our possessions and our finances.
The Fasting Practice
A way of fighting our fleshly desires, while we strengthen the muscle of saying “no” to our lustful hearts.
Lead Pastor
Aaron Sikele
Aaron and his family moved to the Pacific Northwest in October of 2023. Their desire is to see others experience the life transforming beauty that comes with an authentic relationship with Jesus. ​
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Their family loves hiking and exploring the outdoors! His wife, Savannah is a homeschool mother of three and their desire is to raise their children Zelda, Judah, and River to become passionate followers of Jesus.
Some favorite locations to explore: Lacamas Creek Trail, Lacamas Heritage Trail, Green Mountain Trail, and Moulton Falls.
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Aaron & Savannah both love coffee! A few local favorites: Gold Cup, Compass, and Kray's.
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