OUR VISION
Come share a mountain-top worship experience with us!
The famous Brooklyn Preacher, Henry Ward Beecher, (1813-1887) wrote:
"Through the week we go down into the valleys of care and shadow. Our
Sabbaths should be hills of light and joy in God’s presence; and so as
time rolls by we shall go on from mountain top to mountain top..."
Scripture records that Jesus was transfigured on a mountain top (Mark
9:2). We can’t promise transfiguration experiences like His, but we do
believe that worshiping with us will make a difference in your life
today!
OUR MISSION
We seek to build a community of faith that embraces the peoples of the Mountain Empire, including Descanso, Alpine, Guatay, Pine Valley, Boulevard, Lake Morena, and Campo.
We believe that all ministry is a direct result of developing a community of sharing that fosters a personal relationship with God. At Chapel of the Hills, Community United Methodist Church, located in the community of Descanso, we are committed to cultivating among our members and friends:
• A foundation of values that are rooted in the historical tradition of Methodist beliefs.
• A practical theology that upholds the teaching of Christ as exemplified in the Scriptures such as, Colossians 3:15-17 and I Peter 4:7-11.
"Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him." (Col. 3:15-17)
"The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear minded and self-controlled so that you can pray. Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms. If anyone speaks, he should do it as one speaking the very words of God. If anyone serves, he should do it with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To Him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen." (I Peter 4:7-11)
• A safe haven and sanctuary where members reach out to provide support to the local and larger community.
• A learning atmosphere for all generations, based on the influence of the Holy Spirit.
• A commitment to bearing one another’s burdens and bringing people to Christ.
• Adopted at Annual Charge Conference Meeting on 10/17/2000