Mission » Worship
Worship is not simply a core value; it is the most important thing we do. However, the lines drawn to describe worship are limited and do not capture the fullness that should characterize this sacred duty. While no terms are perfect, we say our congregational worship strives to be characterized by truth and vibrancy.
Engaging the Whole Person
True worship must be a dialogue and interaction between the worshiper and God. Desert Springs’ order of worship facilitates such meaningful participation to address the central concerns in a person’s life. When worship engages the whole of life, our false objects of worship e.g. money, careers, approval, achievements, power and relationship are exposed and redirected to the Person of true worship.
In Our Time & Our Place
Desert Springs realizes that while connected to the historic church, we are present-day Christians. As a result, everything we do must recognize our contemporary context.
Historically Connected
Desert Springs recognizes the long history of true and vibrant worship by God’s people throughout the ages. For this reason, we seek to draw upon the rich resources of those who have gone before us by making use of ancient hymns, creeds and liturgical forms.
God-Centered & Gospel Driven
The central purpose of worship is communing with the triune God. God is the infinite, holy and majestic Creator. God is also the all-powerful, wise and good Redeemer. He is the ultimate source of grace and mercy. At the center of all true worship is the person and work of Christ. Worship regularly takes us back to the renewing message of grace in Christ found in the Gospel.