Our purpose is to bring glory to God in who we are and what we do. To this end, we seek to make Christ the centre of our ministry, striving to know Him and make Him known. The Bible, which tells the story of Jesus from Genesis to Revelation, is the foundation for our life and practice as a community together.
We are Followers of Jesus, striving to live in authentic relationships as we journey together toward a common vision, invest in a common mission, and live by a common rule of life. We choose to be relationally driven in a ministry that places people above projects, and conversations above speculations.
Our training experience strives to engage the whole person - head, heart, and hands - and includes development in spiritual life and formation, biblical theology, and practical life and leadership skills.
We value a community that is ethnically diverse, believing every person matters and every culture has value and something to teach. We strive to provide opportunities for non-Western leaders to influence Western leaders, and Western leaders to influence non-Western leaders.
We accomplish our mission through authentic relationships with leaders and organizations that are already engaged in excellent Kingdom work. We seek to work collaboratively in curating and providing expertise in the areas of ministry.
We value one-on-one attention and deep relationships over training the masses: think big, start small, go deep.
We believe true leaders are men and women who whole-heartedly engage in the process of personal growth and development - head, heart and hands. They embrace their need for growth and restoration by committing themselves to a life of ongoing learning in theology, identity, and mission.
We recognize leadership is about influencing others, and we strive to effectively influence others through excellent personal and public communication.
The EM Rule of Life is descriptive of the way we live and work together for the glory of God.
We are a people who seek to Abide in Christ. The starting point for our life together is life in Christ. The strength to live in community and carry out our God given assignments comes from our union and communion with Christ.
We are a people who seek to Love our Neighbor. As we abide in Christ, we receive the life and power to love one another, enjoying the benefits of being the family of God and demonstrating the values of the Kingdom before a lost and dying world.
We are a people who choose to Live in Community. Life in Christ is life with his people. We believe that our ministry and mission must flow out of who we are as a gathered Kingdom people.
We are a people who seek to Partner for the Kingdom. Our Community is one part of a greater Kingdom. We desire to forge deep friendships with other leaders and communities that result in greater unity and impact for the glory of God.
We are a people who seek to Disciple Leaders. Our calling is to be a sacred space for those entrusted with leadership gifts and responsibilities.
