For God so loved the world ...

San Diego, California

Thank you for your interest in Northern Hills Church. When you are considering a church home, naturally, there are questions that arise. This page is intended to convey basic information about our beliefs and ministries. Northern Hills Church believes and teaches that:

Jesus, as revealed in the New Testament, is God's Son, and our Savior. (John 20:31; John 3:16)

The Bible is God's Word, providing the information and guidance we need to know him and his will for our lives. (II Timothy 3:15-17) As God's Word, it is the authority directing us in what we teach and practice.

The Church is God's family on earth (Ephesians 2:19), a gathering of people brought together by common faith in Christ. (Matt. 16:18)

Our Message

We present the "good news" of the Bible that God, our creator and Father, demonstrated his love for us in sending Jesus, His son, to die for our sins (John 3:16; Romans 5:8,9). He was raised back to life three days later giving us the hope of eternal life (I Corinthians 15:1-4).

Each Sunday our messages seek to help people understand and apply the Bible’s teaching in ways that connect with daily living. This is done focusing on the hope, strength and grace that comes from God through Jesus Christ.

In addition to the messages preached each Sunday, opportunities to grow in an understanding of the Bible’s teaching is provided at various times during the week. (John 14:6) Christ's teaching, presented in the New Testament, forms the substance of our teaching. (Acts 2:42; II Timothy 3:16)

Our Mission

Northern Hills Church exists ...

To present the good news of Jesus Christ to the communities of Northern San Diego county and to participate in the great commission of going into all the world.

To prepare dedicated followers of Jesus Christ, helping them to mature in faith and equipping them to do works of service in Jesus' name.

To practice our faith as a fellowship that together worships God, ministers to one another and serves the community.

Our Sunday Gathering

On Sundays at 10:30 AM, we gather as a Church for worship and encouragement (Hebrews 10:24,25). You will find a simplicity to our weekly services, our activities finding their basis in scripture:

We celebrate the Lord's Supper every Sunday. Established by Jesus himself, this memorial meal is an integral part of our gatherings as it was in the early Church. The unleavened bread represents the body of Jesus and the grape juice, the blood of Christ (Luke 22:19-23; I Cor. 11:23-28). At this time our hearts and minds are taken back to what Jesus willingly did by dying on the cross for our sins.

We sing hymns and spiritual songs to Worship, be uplifted, and teach. (Colossians 3:16,17; Ephesians 5:19).

Bible reading and practical, biblical messages are a part of each service, directing our minds to God’s Word and its application to our lives (I Timothy 4:13; 2 Timothy 4:2).

Prayers of praise, thanksgiving, and request are offered to God. God intends that His house be “a house of prayer” (Matthew 21:13).

We bring our offerings each week as the members give to support our ministry. The Bible teaches that we should be good stewards and financial supporters of the church’s ongoing ministry. (I Corinthians 16:1,2; 2 Corinthians 9:6,7)

Our Identity

As a congregation we consider ourselves non-denominational in that we identify ourselves as simply Christians. It’s our aim to simply be a part of the Church Jesus established two thousand years ago without being part of a more recently established denomination (Matthew 16:18). We have no creedal statement other than our confession of belief in Christ, and no spiritually guiding or governing instrument other than the Bible. As an autonomous church we have no ties to a hierarchy above the local congregation. Like the church in the New Testament, our congregation is overseen by a body of elders who are spiritual shepherds for the church (I Tim. 3:1-6; I Peter 5:1,2). We are part of a larger fellowship of congregations who share this goal of undenominational Christianity and who identify themselves as simply Christians or “churches of Christ” (Rom.16:16).

How Do I Become a Member of the Northern Hills Church?

You are welcome to attend all of the activities and assemblies of Northern Hills Church as often as you desire. You may be investigating Christianity, having not made a commitment to Christ, and need time to consider this decision. You may be a Christian new to the community and seeking a Church to call home. Or, perhaps, becoming a member of this congregation is something you’re now considering. Please know that wherever you are in your journey our hearts and our home are always open to you.

When we speak of being “members” we use this term in the Biblical sense. When the Bible describes the church, it’s described as a body with Jesus as it’s head (Ephesians 1:22,23). Paul said, “In Christ, we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others.” (Romans 12:5) These and other passages tell us that God intends for all Christians to be part of a local church. In other places the church is described in terms of being a family, a place of spiritual support and fellowship. How does one become a part of God’s family?

• By believing in his Son, Jesus, (John 3:16; John 20:21) and acknowledging one’s faith that He is Lord (Romans 10:9,10; Matthew 10:32).
• Based on that profession of faith, a person is taught to turn away from sin and turn to God (Acts 20:21), and be buried and raised with Jesus in the act of baptism (Romans 6:1-5; 1 Corinthians 12;13; Acts 2:36-38). (Request or obtain from our information table, a copy of our brochure explaining baptism.)

NOTE: If you are considering becoming a part of Northern Hills Church, we highly encourage your participation in our Northern Hills 101 Series, a brief, basic look at this church’s beliefs and practices. In addition, questions may be addressed to our ministers. Please don’t hesitate to call our church office. We will happily discuss your questions with you.

If you are already a Christian, simply indicate your desire to be considered a part of this church family on the “Welcome To Northern Hills Church” card, speak to our minister personally, or call our office at 858-676-1186.