What do you want to be famous for?

If you were going to start a new church, what would you want the church to be known for? What characteristics should come to mind with the church you want to plant? What will be the 'DNA' of this new church?

Jim and I have been discussing this question a lot lately. Here's our first draft of what we consider to be guiding values for this new church endeavor... (They are all equally important)

• We value God above all, and we value His purpose for our lives.
• We value people regardless of their past, and desire to plant a church where people feel they can belong, even before they begin to believe.
• We value people’s spiritual journey with Christ, regardless of where they are in that journey. We believe everyone has a next step to take in their walk with Christ. We want people to be challenged to take that step.
• We value practical love expressed to our city and world.

In short, we want to plant a church for people who don't like church. Come to think of it - maybe that's what we should name it! Welcome to "The Church for People who don't like Church."

What do you think? If you were planting a church, what would be the important values you'd champion? Leave your comments. We might rip off some of your suggestions!