ServeLife Best Practices

At ACF, we believe that every follower of Christ is called and equipped to reach out to others with the transformational good news of Jesus Christ on our campus, in our community, and around the world. This ministry flows from our love for the Savior. As you pursue Christ at ACF, we pray that the following guidelines can help us serve in unity with one another (Phil. 2:2-4).

Mission Statement

We are fully devoted followers of Jesus, loving and discipling people.

Cultural Values: a framework for serving well

1. We love God. (Mark 12:29-31)
We serve out of an overflow of gratitude, not obligation.


2. We have a teachable spirit. (Proverbs 19:20)
This posture of humility guards our hearts against pride.


3. We pursue excellence. (Colossians 3:23)
Excellence honors God and inspires others. We strive to serve with purpose, consistency, and faithfulness.


4. We value why more than what. (Acts 2:42-47, Matthew 28:19-20)
We are guided by our mission statement: We are fully devoted followers of Jesus, loving and discipling people.


5. We keep it simple so we can live generously. (Matthew 6:33, Isaiah 53:2, 2 Corinthians 9:7)
We recognize that God owns it all and we are stewards of our resources, possessions, and time.


6. We take time for rest, solitude, and fun. (Mark 6:31, Mark 1:35, Proverbs 17:22)
In the church center app or services app, “Block” the days you are unavailable to serve.


7. We promptly resolve conflict. (Matthew 5:24, Matthew 18:15-17, Ephesians 4:26)
If you are in conflict with someone, speak with them about it directly and in love. We take concerns “up” and not “sideways” to peers. Speak to your ministry lead about any questions or concerns that arise.


8. We strive for unity through clear communication. (Philippians 2:2-4, Colossians 4:6, Proverbs 10:19)


9. We engage in authentic Biblical community. (Acts 2:42-47, Romans 12:9-21)
We are a church of community groups, not just a church with community groups. We serve in, through, and beside our small group.


10. We equip the saints. (Ephesians 4:12, 2 Timothy 2:2)


11. We evangelize the lost. (Matthew 4:19)
Jesus is the answer for everybody. We’re ministers of the Gospel everywhere we go. As such, our actions and choices on and off campus, in person and online, reflect our testimony as Christ followers. We create protective hedges for ourselves, our families, and others, including The Rule of Three: Interactions with the opposite sex should include a third person, and should be completely accessible by your spouse.

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