Mission Statement: Thames River Church exists to celebrate Jesus, equip believers, and serve the world

Vision Statement: To provide a place where people can experience God’s love, discover their purpose, and fulfill their God-given destiny.

Core Values

Biblically Based - We believe the Bible is the inspired Word of God. It is the Christian's sole authority for both faith and practice. We believe that relevant teaching based on scripture is a powerful mechanism for positive change in the lives of individuals.

Atmosphere of Acceptance - We believe all people matter to God and ought to matter to the church. We want everyone to experience God's grace and love.

Inspiring Worship - We believe that God deserves our worship. We celebrate His goodness together with great music, attention to His Word and devotion to prayer.

Youth Ministry - We believe ministry to children and teenagers should be given high priority. We are committed to making TOLCF a center for reaching, encouraging, and developing the youth of our area.

Discipleship - We believe that full devotion to Christ and his cause is normal for every believer. We seek to guide and encourage that devotion with relevant teaching, exciting worship, meaningful fellowship and opportunities for service.

Equipping Leaders - We believe enabling people to discover and develop their gifts is God's strategy for changing the world.