At COC, we believe that the church is not just a social gathering. It is God's institution in this world. Click the tabs below to read our ministry philosophy, which explains from God's word what we believe COC is called to accomplish.
This mission is based on The Great Commission found in Matthew 28:19-20:
1. Reach out to the lost - "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations"
2. Raise up obedient believers - "Teaching them to observe all I command you…"
We want to be known as a Great Commission church, a church that reaches out to the lost and raises up active disciples for God’s ultimate glory in obedience to our Savior, Jesus Christ.
Enfolding
The first step of discipleship is enfolding. Enfolding involves evangelism and an invitation for others to see what we are all about. In enfolding, we are following the “Come and See” model Jesus used to introduce Himself to those interested in becoming disciples.
Equipping
The second step of discipleship is equipping. We walk beside others, preparing them for service in their areas of gifting and elsewhere. In equipping, we are following the “Learn from Me” model Jesus used to move His disciples into a more committed relationship with Him.
Entrusting
The third step of discipleship is entrusting. Having enfolded people into our lives and equipped them to serve, we then entrust these people with ministry here and abroad. In entrusting, we are following the “Be like Me” model Jesus used to release His disciples into Great Commission ministry in Jerusalem, Judea, and the uttermost parts of the world.