How to Know God
Knowing God begins with an ongoing and ever-deepening relationship with Jesus.
How to Follow Jesus
At WCPC, we invite you to begin or continue this journey, discovering the transformative power of the Gospel.
The term “Gospel” might be unfamiliar, yet it simply means “good news.” Unlike other religions, which may offer “good advice,” the Gospel is the profound truth that God has come to rescue us when we couldn’t find or fix ourselves.
Jesus is the embodiment of this good news. Christians believe in incarnation—God becoming fully human through Jesus. Jesus lived a perfect life, keeping God’s laws, and transferred all the credit for that righteous life to us.
He took on the punishment for our brokenness, rebellion, and sin by willingly dying on the cross. Even in his death, he forgave those who wronged him. His resurrection from the dead demonstrated that death could not hold him—or those who trust in him.
Reuniting with God isn’t something we achieve through our own efforts or demonstrating perfect faith. It is not the strength of our faith that saves us, but the power of Jesus, the One in whom we place our faith.
When we accept this free grace, it transforms us. Our good deeds become truly good, born out of gratitude rather than obligation. This gratitude leads to generosity, joy, and a life of purpose, as Jesus invites us to follow him in God’s mission to renew all things.
Where Do I Go From Here?
Curiosity about Jesus is a good start, but it’s only the beginning. A true, life-altering relationship with him requires intentional searching. Here are a few suggestions:
Read the Scriptures: A great place to start is the Gospel of Mark, the shortest of the four Gospels that tells the story of Jesus’ life.
Get Connected: Join a community group at WCPC, where you’ll meet people who care about your growth and are also on their journey with God.
We are thrilled that you’re ready to explore what Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection mean. Whether you are connected to WCPC or another community, we’d love to talk with you about your journey and support you however we can.
Baptism and Membership
If you’ve been attending WCPC and are wondering how to make it your home, we welcome you! Here’s the path to join WCPC:
Explore WCPC: This four-week offering is an opportunity to learn about WCPC’s beliefs, values, and practices. It’s also a great chance to meet our staff and others who are exploring our church community. Check our Events page to find the next session of Explore WCPC.
Spiritual Autobiography: After completing Explore WCPC, you’ll be invited to fill out a simple online form sharing your story and spiritual journey.
Meet with an Leader: Once we’ve received your Spiritual Autobiography, we’ll arrange a 45-minute meeting with one of our church leaders. This is a safe space to ask questions, share your faith journey, and get to know WCPC more personally.
Membership and Baptism: If you decide to join WCPC, you’ll be invited to affirm our membership vows during a worship service on any first Sunday of the month. If you haven’t been baptized, we will joyfully baptize you. If you’ve already been baptized, we will acknowledge it as part of your commitment.
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Bart Garrett
Lead Pastor
“I am passionate about helping the local church to love God, love one another, and love our neighbors. I wrestled through my own faith journey in college and this has cultivated within me a desire to help people consider Jesus, whether they be mildly curious or deeply skeptical.”