Who we are
For people to be alive in Jesus.
Our story
The story of how Alive started, and what kind of church it is, told by the people who were there.
Coming soon
The Alive story
A short documentary on how Alive started and the church we are becoming.
In the meantime, plan a visit and hear it from us in person.
Leadership
Ryan Chivington
Lead Pastor
Church planters, Ryan and Betsy Chivington with over 20 years of ministry experience are passionate about people encountering life in Jesus. They strive to help people find hope, joy, meaning, purpose, value, and life found in Christ. Ryan and Betsy have nine children and love outdoors adventures and activities.
Nathan LaValley
Pastor
Nathan LaValley has been a pastor for almost 10 years. He is passionate about family ministry, and has three children with his wife Brianna. Nathan is always excited to answer objections and questions about Christianity. He has already published his first book on ministry called “The Imperfect Church,” and is working on more books.
What we value
Ten things that shape how we do church together.
Run To Jesus
There is no other name. Passionate about Jesus.
Live By The Spirit
Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit.
On Mission
Laser focused. Dedicated to discipleship and serving others. Equip and send.
Get Real
Real and authentic. Step into the light and drop the mask. We all have issues.
People of Prayer
Prayer will be our bread and butter. We will be known by our dedication to prayer.
Bold and Courageous
Go big or go home.
Celebrate
Jesus is risen! He is alive forever more! Fun and laughter welcomed.
Faith Forms A Family
Care for one another. Treat each other with love, respect, and honor.
Service, Sacrifice, and Stewardship
Take up your cross and follow Jesus. Lay down your life. First shall be last. Give up your seat.
The Best Is Yet To Come
Jesus has won. Eyes forward and looking ahead. We maintain a hope that does not disappoint.
What we believe
- The Bible is truth, the fully inspired Word of God and is the supreme and final authority in all matters of faith and life.
- There is one true God eternally and co-equally existent as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
- Jesus is the Son of God sent to save the world. On earth, Jesus was fully divine and fully human. He was born of a virgin, lived without sin, performed miracles, and died as a sacrifice of atonement through the shedding of His blood. God raised Jesus from the dead. He ascended to Heaven and will return again in power and glory.
- The Holy Spirit is coequal with God the Father and God the Son. The Holy Spirit comforts, convicts, sanctifies, and empowers.
- People are saved by grace through faith in Jesus Christ. If anyone is in Christ, they are a new creation. All have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. All are called to repent, believe, and be baptized as part of a response to Christ as Lord and Savior. Baptism by immersion symbolizes our sharing in His death, burial, and resurrection and the washing away of our sins.
- We believe that the kingdom or reign of God is both a present reality and future hope. We believe that wherever God's will is done, the kingdom or reign of God is present. We believe the complete restoration of all of creation is still to come and will take place at Jesus' return. Christ will one day soon return and judge all people. Believers will be welcomed into God's presence. Unbelievers will be separated from God's presence. Heaven and Hell are real places of eternal life and eternal punishment.