Who We Are

Our Mission

Our Mission

Our mission is to help people discover their identity in Christ, grow in faith, and shine boldly as a light in the world.

Bold City Church exists to see people break free from a works-based mindset and step into a supernatural, faith-filled life where they walk confidently in their God-given authority, transforming their families and community, and boldly advancing the Kingdom of God.

Our Beliefs

What We Believe

"At Bold City Church, we believe the Bible is the inspired Word of God and that Jesus Christ is the only way to salvation—our faith is rooted in God's truth, empowered by the Holy Spirit, and expressed through bold living.

Bold City Church is a Gospel-Centric, Spirit-Filled, Non-Denominational Church. We believe in a tangible  and personal relationship with God and that every person is called into a personal relationship with God.  We believe that every believer is called to grow in their relationship with God and to lead others into the same relationship. Everything we do is rooted in the gospel, led by the Holy  Spirit, and focused on equipping believers to walk in their God-given calling.

Our mission is to help people discover their identity in Christ, grow in faith, and shine boldly as a light in the world.  

Our Vision is to see people break free from a works-based mindset and step into an authentic relationship with God and step into a supernatural, faith-filled life-where they walk confidently in their God-given authority, transforming their families and communities, and boldly advancing the Kingdom of God.  


1. Guided by Grace: 

Grace is unmerited, undeserved favor. It’s God’s loving-kindness on full display—His heart reaching toward us. It’s not something we earn; it’s a gift freely given. By His grace, we’re saved. Through His grace, we come to know Him—His character, His promises, and His deep love for us. Grace is God revealing Himself so that we can walk in relationship with Him. And it’s that same grace that continues to lead us, guide us, and draw us deeper into a life-changing journey with Him. (Ephesians 2:8-9, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Titus 2:11-12)

2. Fueled by Faith: 

As followers of Christ, Faith is our response to God’s grace. The way we live, think, and love as believers is a direct reflection of our trust in Him and in the grace He has revealed. Bold faith empowers us to let go of the things of this earth and to take hold of God’s promises and to live like Jesus—loving as He loved, blessing as He blessed, and forgiving as He forgave. It’s through bold faith that we please God and are continually shaped into His image. Fueled by faith in Him, we live with purpose, confidence, and unwavering devotion.(Hebrews 11:6, Romans 10:17, Galatians 2:20)  

3. Driven By Discipleship: 

Discipleship is the primary assignment of the Church. Jesus made it clear—true disciples are those who hear His word and keep it. Discipleship is the lifelong process of being conformed into the image of the Son. Eternal life isn’t just a destination; it’s a relationship with the Father through the Son—and discipleship, which involves (teaching, mentoring, and community) teaches us how to walk with God through both the mountains and the valleys of life. It’s learning to live by His Word and letting His truth shape every part of who we are.  

4. Connected in Community: 

We are called to boldly go and share the life-changing good news of Jesus. Our heart is to be a light in the community, that is fully present, deeply engaged, and making a lasting impact. With love and purpose, we extend His hope to every person we encounter, from our neighborhoods to the nations, so that all may know Him. But we don’t do this alone. We were created for community and called to walk this journey together as one body in Christ. Together, we support, encourage, and uplift one another until the glorious day we are called home. (Matthew 28:19-20, Acts 2:42-47, Romans 10:14-15, Hebrews 10:24-25, 1 Corinthians 12:12-27)

5. Giving with Generosity: 

Generosity is the defining mark of a believer, mirroring the heart and the character of our Father. He is the ultimate provider, giving seed to the sower, and we are called to steward His gifts with open hands. As His people, we joyfully sow our time, talent, and treasure, trusting He will multiply our giving to bless others and advance His Kingdom. (2 Corinthians 9:6-8, Matthew 6:21, Luke 6:38)

1. Scripture 

We believe that the Bible is the inerrant, infallible, and authoritative Word of God. It is God-breathed, without error in its original manuscripts, and serves as the final authority in all matters of faith, doctrine, and Christian living. The Scriptures reveal God's nature, His will for humanity, and His plan of redemption through Jesus Christ. As the living and active Word, it reveals the fallenness of man, and God's plan and act of redemption, instructing, correcting, and equipping believers to walk in righteousness and fulfill their God-given purpose. (2 Tim 3:16-17, 2 Pt 1:20-21, Ps 19:7-9, Jn 17:17, Heb 4:12, Is 40:8)       

2. Trinity 

We believe in one God, eternally existing in three distinct yet coequal and coeternal Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. These three are one in essence, yet distinct in role and function. The Trinity is foundational to our faith, revealing God's nature as relational and loving. Each Person of the Godhead is fully divine and active in creation, salvation, and the believer's life. (Mt 28:19; 2 Cor 13:14; Jn 1:1-3; Gen 1:26; Jn 14:16-17)       

3. God the Father 

The Father is first person of the Trinity, and He is sovereign. He is the Creator of all things, the source of all life, and the ultimate authority in the universe. He is loving, just, and merciful, and He invites us into a personal relationship with Him. Through His Son, Jesus Christ, He has made a way for humanity to be reconciled to Him. The Father is actively involved in the lives of His children, guiding, providing, and disciplining them according to His will. The Holy Spirit is God's presence with us and is actively involved in the sanctification of the believer. (Genesis 1:1; Psalm 103:19; John 3:16; Romans 8:15; Hebrews 12:6)      

4. Jesus the Son 

Jesus Christ, the Son of God, is both fully God and fully man, the second person of the Trinity, eternally begotten of the Father. Through Him, all things were created, and through His life, death, and resurrection, He made the way for salvation. Jesus is the Word of God made flesh. He lived a sinless life, became the ultimate sacrifice for our sins on the cross, and was resurrected to offer eternal life to all who trust in Him. Through His work, believers are reconciled to God. Jesus is the only way to the Father, and by putting their faith and trusting in Him, believers are redeemed. He now reigns at the right hand of the Father and will return in glory to judge the living and the dead. (John 1:1; John 1:14; Colossians 2:9; John 14:6; Hebrews 1:3) 

5. Holy Spirit 

The Holy Spirit, the third person of the Trinity, is given to every believer at the moment of salvation. The Holy Spirit dwells with believers drawing them into close relationship with God and empowers them for life and ministry. The Spirit convicts of sin, guides, comforts, teaches, and equips the believer for godly living and effective service. Believers are called to walk in the fullness of the Holy Spirit, exercising the gifts He bestows for the advancement of God's Kingdom (John 14:26; Acts 1:8; Romans 8:9; Galatians 5:22–23; 1 Corinthians 12:7).       

6. Humanity & Sin 

Humanity is created in the image of God, designed to live in perfect relationship with Him. Adam and Eve, the first of creation, sinned through their disobedience and marred all of creation, and as a result, all of humanity now experiences brokenness and spiritual death. Every person is born with a sinful nature that distorts their relationship with God. Sin is both an inherited condition and a personal choice. Despite this, God, in His love and mercy, offers redemption through Jesus Christ. All who repent and place their faith in Him are forgiven, restored to God, and brought back into right relationship with Him. (Genesis 1:27; Romans 3:23; Romans 5:12; Ephesians 2:1–5; 1 John 1:9)       

7. Salvation 

Salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone. Humanity, due to sin, is separated from God and only through the atoning death and resurrection of Jesus Christ can one be reconciled to the Father. When a person repents and puts their faith in Jesus Christ as both Lord and Savior, they become redeemed, born again, and a new creation. Salvation is both a present reality and a future hope, as believers look forward to the full restoration of all things in Christ. (Ephesians 2:8–9; Romans 3:23–24; John 3:16; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Revelation 21:5)   

8. Discipleship 

Discipleship is the ongoing process of being conformed into the image of Jesus. We are called to walk with Him. Transformation is both instantaneous and lifelong. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, believers are continually shaped by the Word of God, prayer, and fellowship. Discipleship involves following Christ’s example, growing in understanding, and being equipped to make more disciples of others. (Luke 9:23; Romans 8:29; John 15:5; Acts 2:42; Matthew 28:19–20)       

9. Marriage 

God established the covenant of marriage at the beginning of creation when He joined Adam and Eve in marriage. We believe marriage is a sacred union between one man and one woman, designed by God for companionship, procreation, and the reflection of Christ's relationship with the Church. It is a covenant that reflects God's love, faithfulness, and commitment. Marriage is a picture of the unity between Christ and His Church, and it is meant to glorify God and serve as a testimony of His grace and truth. (Genesis 2:24; Matthew 19:4–6; Ephesians 5:25–32; Hebrews 13:4; Malachi 2:14)       

10. Church 

The Church is the body of Christ, the community of believers called to gather in worship, grow in the Word, and go into the world to make disciples. The Church is both local and universal, with each member playing an essential role in advancing God's Kingdom. The Church is entrusted with the proclamation of the gospel, the administration of baptism and communion, and the equipping of believers for ministry. In so doing, they become the hands and feet of the body of Christ. (Matthew 28:19–20; Acts 2:42–47; Ephesians 4:11–13; 1 Corinthians 12:12–27; Colossians 1:18)   

11. Baptism and Communion 

We believe in the ordinance of baptism by immersion for all believers as an outward sign of the inward work of salvation. Baptism symbolizes the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ and is a public testimony of the believer’s faith. We also believe in the regular observance of communion, the breaking of bread and drinking of the cup, as a remembrance of Christ's sacrificial death for our sins and His victory over death.(Matthew 28:19; Romans 6:3–4; Acts 2:41–42; 1 Corinthians 11:23–26; Colossians 2:12) 

12. Return of Christ 

We believe in the literal, visible return of Jesus Christ to the earth in glory and power. His return will mark the fulfillment of all God's promises and the consummation of history. At His return, Christ will judge the living and the dead, and those who have trusted in Him will be rewarded, while those who have rejected Him will face eternal separation from God. The return of Christ is the blessed hope of the Church, and believers are to eagerly await His coming. (Matthew 24:30–31; Acts 1:10–11; 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17; Revelation 1:7; Revelation 22:12)

Chad Swaringen

Chad Swaringen

Senior Pastor

Chad Swaringen is passionate about helping you live in bold faith and seeing God do great things in and through your life. With over 20 years of ministry experience and a strong theological foundation—holding an M.Div. from Nelson University, a B.A. from Criswell College, and a Diploma of Theology from Christ for The Nations—Chad has served in various roles across children’s, youth, and adult ministry.

His relatable, faith-filled teaching encourages others to trust God deeply and walk in the unshakeable hope of Christ. His life verse, John 10:27, reflects his heart to lead people to hear and follow the voice of the Good Shepherd. Outside of ministry, Chad and his wife Magan treasure time with their family. They have 4 kids, Chad II, Isabella, Anastasia and Judah. Chad coaches his daughter’s soccer team, and enjoys baking—believing that honoring God happens not just in ministry, but in everyday moments with family.

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