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Introduce people to Jesus Christ. This is known as EVANGELISM.
Provide an open atmosphere to WORSHIP Jesus in spirit and in truth.
Help all believers to grow in their faith = DISCIPLESHIP.
We look for opportunities to reach out with COMPASSION for others in need so that we might build bridges to Christ Jesus.

Our Vision Statement for Mt Zion

We strive to be an effective fellowship where people can find the Biblical virtues of love, faith and hope, teaching them to be effective in evangelism, discipleship and true worship.

The Bible Is Our Guide

It is the STANDARD RULE of faith for all believers, who consider its words to be inspired (God breathed through sanctified men). Therefore, it has timeless value, divinely designated, to be a guide for all cultures and generations. We, literally, believe in the miracles and events recorded in the Holy Bible and that they are still for today. Quoting from Paul’s words to Timothy , as found in II Timothy 3:16, we find these words: “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God. It is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction for instruction in righteousness.” Those WHO reverently study it “may be COMPLETED in maturity, thoroughly furnished unto all good works: as stated in the following verse 17.

Our Core Beliefs

We live in a fallen world, shattered as a result of sin. It’s destructive effects are easily evidenced in every aspect of our lives. However, God loves each of us; therefore, HE gave us HIS only begotten Son to die on the cross in order to pay the full payment for our sins. We are only required to believe on this so that we may have a continued relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ. As a result, we that believe in the sufficiency of HIS sacrifice upon the cross, receive forgiveness for our sins and freedom from the effects of spiritual death. The Bible teaches that this gift of salvation (known as “being born again”) brings eternal life of rest plus reward, in the presence of Jesus, to those who have continued in relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ.

EVANGELICAL AND PENTECOSTAL

We are notably classified as Evangelical. This means that we place highest priority possible on believing in the every word inspiration of the Holy Scriptures. We dedicate ourselves to the mission to win others to come enter into a relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ, wherein HE is both Lord and Savior. Not only are we Evangelical but we are known, also, as classical Pentecostals in faith and practice.

Distinctive Power For Living

We believe in the Baptism in the Holy Spirit with the evidence of speaking in tongues as in Acts 2. We believe that this gift gives believers several benefits as indicated in the New Testament. These include power to witness, a more effective personal prayer life, fervent dedication to the Divine Kingdom, intense love for Christ plus HIS Word, and a greater desire to yield to the spiritual gifts as mentioned in Acts 2. We believe that when a believer is filled with the Baptism of the Holy Spirit, that it is evidenced by speaking in supernatural languages, given by the Holy Spirit. We believe that the Baptism in the Holy Spirit is for every believer. It isn’t a requirement for salvation; however, it is a gift that is given to empower the believer in their walk with God, giving them boldness to tell others about Jesus. We believe that the spiritual gifts listed in 1st Corinthians 12:8-10 are still in operation in the body of Christ as we yield to the Holy Spirit’s prompting in the assembly and in personal evangelism.

Our Style of Worship

We invite people to worship the Lord with their whole hearts, minds, souls and spirits. We want to create an atmosphere of FREEDOM of worship. This includes singing praises and shouting to the Lord, raising and clapping of hands in praise, tapping the toes or dancing or kneeling before our Lord Jesus Christ. Worshipping the Lord with all of our might. He is WORTHY of our praise and worship.

Our Biblical Framework Structure

The Lord Jesus Christ is the HEAD of our church. HIS life is the pattern for all ministry and conduct of the church., Ephesians 5:23 and Colossians 1:18. Our pastor is elected, locally, by our church membership. He leads through preaching and teaching of the Word of God, as well as by example. Our pastor is, also, responsible for much of the public ministry, plus daily functions. We, also, elect a group of board members to assist the pastor in spiritual matters, as well as, helping take care of business operations of the church. Our church is a self-governing fellowship and has a clear title to our buildings and property. We develop local ministry outreaches. We follow our doctrinal statement and do everything possible to maintain a Biblical approach to ministry.

Our Affiliation Shape

Our church is affiliated with Elim Fellowship, based in Lima, NY, a fellowship of local churches across several parts of the U.S.A. Beyond the needs of our community, we are involved in a larger global missions endeavor designed to assist in reaching the whole world with the gospel.

Our History of Origins

Elim Fellowship grew out of notable Pentecostal revivals and significant events beginning in the early 1900’s. Charles Parham asked some 20 students to his Topeka, Kansas Bible School to study the subject of why the missionary movement was not as strong, then, as in the first few centuries A..D. , as recorded in the book of Acts. Another contributing factor was the Azusa Street Mission in Los Angeles, California. This Pentecostal movement has grown from a small group of students in Topeka, Kansas to an estimated 600 million Spirit filled believers, today.

Reason for Unifying Together

Many participants, who were baptized in the Holy Spirit, were not welcomed back to their former churches. They could not deny their fresh experience in Christ that gave them great joy and boldness. Many new local churches were started. Soon, they considered banding together for helpful fellowship, plus doctrinal unity. Other concerns were about appropriate stewardship of missionaries, developing materials to help the churches with its local department ministries and forming Bible Colleges. Ivan Spencer was instrumental in getting Elim Bible Institute started.

Article IV - Statement of Faith

We believe the Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible, authoritative Word of God. II Peter 1:21; II Timothy 3:15-17
We believe in the triune Godhead as ONE God eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. II Corinthians 13:14
We believe in the deity of Jesus Christ, in HIS virgin birth, in HIS sinless life, in HIS miracles, in HIS vicarious and atoning death through HIS shed blood, in HIS bodily resurrection, in HIS ascension to the right hand of the Father, and in HIS present priestly ministry. I Timothy 3:16
We believe in evangelistic, missionary fervor and faithful endeavor to have intentional strategies for the same. Acts 1:8
We believe that for the salvation of lost, sinful men; the redemptive regeneration through the blood of Christ and by the Holy Spirit is absolutely essential. We further believe in the keeping power of God. II Timothy 1:12; Phillipians 1:6
We believe in progressive sanctification found in the holiness of heart in an overcoming life as God’s design for the Church.
We believe in the baptism in the Holy Spirit as on the Day of Pentecost and in the continuing ministry of the Holy Spirit as evidenced in charismatic gifts plus the fruit of the Spirit in the life of the believer. Acts 2:4, 10:46, 19:6; I Corinthians 12:6-11; Galatians 5:22-23
We believe that Divine healing is obtained on the basis of the Atonement accomplished by Jesus. I Peter 2:24; Isaiah 53:
We believe in HIS imminent personal return in power, great glory and in HIS everlasting dominion. Daniel 7:14; Revelation 20:4.
We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and the lost. They that are saved unto the bliss of eternal life. They that are lost unto the torment of eternal punishment. Revelation 20:15
We believe our Lord Jesus gave us three ordinances to observe.
A. Water Baptism by immersion. Colossians 2:12
B. The Lord’s Supper Luke 22:19-20; I Corinthians 11:23-25
C. Foot washings John 13:4-15
We believe in the Sanctity of Life upon conception Psalm 127:3
We believe that sexual purity is a necessary expression for all of God’s believers, which requires abstinence from adultery, fornication, incest, homosexuality or other sexual practices forbidden by Scripture. Hebrews 13:4 and I Corinthians 6:18
We believe that marriage is the holy uniting of one man and one woman in a covenant commitment for a lifetime. It is a sacred institution established by God. Genesis 1:26-28, 19:4-6

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Sundays
10:30 am

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Mt Zion Full Gospel Church

7 Mount Zion Rd, Wellsboro, PA

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(214) 258-3969