Though some of us bear the emotional and physical scars of previous abortions, we're continuing to be healed. We do stand in opposition to the ACT of abortion, which we consider to be the taking of innocent life. As with any sin, however, we strive not to stand in judgment of people for their past. We choose to walk in grace because all of us have sinned and fallen short of God's standards. We want to surround those involved in previous or current abortions with the love of Christ and with resources to help them heal.

The safety of our kids is something we take very seriously, and is something we care about deeply as we hear of repeated failure to protect children throughout America's churches and schools. We want to protect and bless our children to the best of our ability. To that end, all of our kids and youth volunteers have received background checks in cooperation with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Those who have put their trust in Christ for salvation, but who are now listed on sex offender registries or with certain criminal convictions, will be encouraged to serve in roles not involving children or youth. We also hold regular training with our kids workers to help them minister in the safest and most effective way possible.

We disagree with any teaching that encourages racism and/or limits racial diversity. We want to practice for heaven now. We're not the most racially diverse church in the area yet, but we would love to be!