We confess that the Christian life is one of union with Christ, sharing in his obedience, sanctification, worship, mission, and hoping in the fullness of his Reign. We believe living by faith means sharing in Christ’s own faithfulness to the Father and living as though Jesus is our ascended Lord right now. Though we see the kingdom dimly now, we hope for its full unveiling. Until then, we are called to worship, bear witness, and reflect his reign with every step of our lives. Until his reign comes in full, we seek Jesus through Word and Sacrament, prayer, and fellowship. We are encountered by Christ and are shaped by his Spirit for the world through these usual means.