The Hope Center Tabernacle is a full gospel church comprised of people who come from many ethnic and denominational backgrounds. We believe the Bible to be God’s infallible and authoritative rule of faith and conduct (2 Tim. 3:15 -17). We believe in one God, who reveals Himself in three distinct persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit (Deut. 6:4, Matt. 28:19). We believe that Jesus Christ is Himself God (John 1:1). We believe that man without Christ is in need of salvation and can only attain salvation through the shed blood of Jesus Christ (1 John 1:7). We believe that all of the gifts of the Spirit as outlined in 1 Cor. 12:4-11 are relevant to, and active in the church today.

We believe in the free moving of the Holy Spirit! As such, you may hear people shouting praises to God, singing and praying aloud, dancing and/or waving their hands to the Lord. Some may even fall down before or after being prayed for under the power of God. We believe that God the Holy Spirit will move as He wants to move in us and through us. He may minister to us in an intimate manner during times of quiet meditation, as well as during times of joyous and exuberant praise.

Here at the Hope Center Tabernacle, the Holy Spirit is ultimately in control of everything we do. We encourage you to open up and experience God. You will never be the same!

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Statement of Fundamental Truths

The Bible is our all-sufficient rule for faith and practice and is the revealed will of God.  This Statement of Fundamental Truths is intended simply as a basis of fellowship among us (i.e., that we all speak the same thing, I Corinthians 1:10, Acts 2:42).  The phraseology employed in this Statement is not inspired or contended for, but the truth set forth is held to be essential to a full-gospel ministry.  No claim is made that it contains all Biblical truth, only that it covers our need as to these fundamental doctrines.  As such, for the purpose of maintaining general unity, we adopt the following Statement of Fundamental Truths, as approved by the General Council of the Assemblies of God:
 
1. The Scriptures Inspired The Scriptures, both the Old and New Testaments, are verbally inspired of God and are the revelation of God to man, the infallible, authoritative rule of faith and conduct.  (II Timothy 3:15-17; I Thessalonians 2:13; I Peter 1:23-25; II Peter 1:21; Hebrews 4:12).

 
2. The One True God The one true God has revealed Himself as the eternally self-existent “I AM,” the Creator of heaven and earth and the Redeemer of mankind.  He has further revealed Himself as embodying the principles of relationship and association as Father, Son, and Holy Ghost (Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 43:10, 11; Matthew 28:19; Mark 12:29; Luke 3:22).

 
3. The Deity of The Lord Jesus Christ The Lord Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God. The Scriptures declare:
(a) His virgin birth (Matthew 1:23; Luke 1:31, 35)
(b) His sinless life (Hebrews 7:26; I Peter 2:22)
(c) His miracles (Acts 2:22; 10:38)
(d) His substitutionary work on the cross (I Corinthians 15:3; II Corinthians 5:21)
(e) His bodily resurrection from the dead (Matthew 28:6; Luke 24:39; I Corinthians 15:4)
(f)  His exaltation to the right hand of God (Acts 1:9, 11; 2:33; Philippians 2:9-11; Hebrews 1-3)

 
4. The Fall of Man Man was created good and upright; for God said, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness.”  However, man, by voluntary transgression, fell and thereby incurred not only physical death but also spiritual death, which is separation from God. (Genesis 1:26, 27; 2:17; 3:6; Romans 5:12-19)


5. The Salvation of Man Man’s only hope of redemption is through the shed blood of Jesus Christ the Son of God.
(a) Conditions of Salvation Salvation is received through repentance toward God and faith toward the Lord Jesus Christ.  By the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Ghost, being justified by grace through faith, man becomes an heir of God according to the hope of eternal life.  (Luke 24:47; John 3:3; Romans 10:13-15; Ephesians 2:8; Titus 2:11, 3:5-7)
 
(b) The Evidences of Salvation The inward evidence of salvation is the direct witness of the Spirit (Romans 8:16).  The outward evidence to all men is a life of righteousness and true holiness.  (Ephesians 4:24; Titus 2:12)
 

6. The Ordinances of the Church
 
(a) Baptism in Water The ordinance of baptism by immersion is commanded in the Scriptures. All who repent and believe on Christ as Savior and Lord are to be baptized.  Thus, they declare to the world that they have died with Christ and that they also have been raised with Him to walk in newness of life.  (Matthew 28:19; Mark 16:16; Acts 10:47, 48; Romans 6:4)
 
     
(b) Holy Communion The Lord’s Supper, consisting of the elements—bread and the fruit of the vine—is the symbol expressing our sharing the divine nature of our Lord Jesus Christ (II Peter 1:4).  It is further a memorial of His suffering and death (I Corinthians 11:26), a prophecy of His second coming (I Corinthians 11:26), and is enjoined on all believers “till He come!”
 

7. The Baptism in the Holy Ghost All believers are entitled to and should ardently expect and earnestly seek the promise of the Father, the baptism in the Holy Ghost and fire, according to the command of our Lord Jesus Christ.  This was the normal experience of all in the early Christian Church.  With it comes the endowment of power for life and service, the bestowal of the gifts and their uses in the work of the ministry.  (Luke 24:49; Acts 1:4, 8; I Corinthians 12:1-31)  This experience is distinct from and subsequent to the experience of the new birth.  (Acts 8:12-17; 10:44-46; 11:14-16; 15:7-9).  With the baptism in the Holy Ghost come such experiences as the overflowing fullness of the Spirit (John 7:37-39; Acts 4:8), a deepened reverence for God (Acts 2:43- Hebrews 12:28), an intensified consecration to God and dedication to His work (Acts 2:42), and a more active love for Christ, for His Word, and for the lost (Mark 16:20).
 

8. The Evidence of the Baptism in the Holy Ghost The baptism of believers in the Holy Ghost is witnessed by the initial physical sign of speaking with other tongues as the Spirit of God gives them utterance (Acts 2:4).  The speaking in tongues in this instance is the same in essence as the gift of tongues (I Corinthians 12:4-10, 28), but different in purpose and use.


9. Sanctification Sanctification is an act of separation from that which is evil, and of dedication unto God.  (Romans 12:1, 2; I -. Thessalonians S:23; Hebrews 13:12) The Scriptures teach a life of “holiness without which no man shall see the Lord” (Hebrews 12: 14 ).  By the power of the Holy Ghost we are able to obey the command: “Be ye holy, for I am holy.”  (I Peter 1:15, 16)
Sanctification is realized in the believer by recognizing his identification with Christ in His death and resurrection, and by faith reckoning daily upon the fact of that union, and by offering every faculty continually to the dominion of the Holy Spirit (Romans 6:1-11, 13; 8:1, 2, 13; Galatians 2:20; - Philippians 2:12, 13).
 

10. The Church and Its Mission The Church is the Body of Christ, the habitation of God through the Spirit, with divine appointments for the fulfillment of her great commission.  Each believer, born of the Spirit, is an integral part of the General Assembly and - Church of the First-born, which are written in heaven.  (Ephesians 1:22, 23; 2:22; Hebrews 12:23)  Since God’s purpose concerning man is to seek and to save that which is lost, to be worshiped by man, and to build a body of believers in the image of His Son, the priority reason-for-being of the Assemblies of God as part of the Church is:
 
(a) To be an agency of God for evangelizing the world (Acts 1:8; Matthew 28:19; Mark 16:15, 16).
(b) To be a corporate body in which man may worship God (I Corinthians 12:13).
(c) To be a channel of God’s purpose to build a body of saints being perfected in the image of His Son.  (Ephesians  4: 16; I Cor. 12:28; 14:12).

The Assemblies of God exists expressly to give continuing emphasis to this reason-for-being in the New Testament apostolic pattern by teaching and encouraging believers to be baptized in the Holy Spirit.  This experience:
 
(a) Enables them to evangelize in the power of the Spirit with accompanying supernatural signs (Mark 16:15-20; Acts 4:29-31; Hebrew 2:3, 4).
(b) Adds a necessary dimension to worshipful relationship with God (I Corinthians 2: 10-16; I Corinthians 12, 13, and 14).
(c) Enables them to respond to the full working of the Holy Spirit in the expression of fruit, gifts and ministries as in New Testament times for the edifying of the body of Christ (Galatians 5:22-26; I Corinthians 14:12; Ephesians 4:11, 12; I Corinthians 12:28; Colossians 1:29).
 

11. The Ministry A divinely called and scripturally ordained ministry has been provided by our Lord for the threefold purpose of leading the Church in: (1) Evangelization of the world (Mark 16:15-20); (2) Worship of God (John 4:23, 24); (3) Building a body of saints being perfected in the image of His Son (Ephesians 4: 16).
 


12. Divine Healing Divine healing is an integral part of the gospel.  Deliverance from sickness is provided for in the atonement, and is the privilege of all believers (Isaiah 53:4, 5; Matthew 8:16, 17; James 5:14-16).
 


13. The Blessed Hope The resurrection of those who have fallen asleep in Christ and their translation together with those who are alive and remain unto the coming of the Lord is the imminent and blessed hope of the church (I Thessalonians 4:16, 17; Romans 8:23; Titus 2:13; I Corinthians 15:51, 52).
 

14. The Millennial Reign of Christ The second coming of Christ includes the rapture of the saints, which is our blessed hope, followed by the visible return of Christ with His saints to reign on the earth for one thousand years (Zechariah 14:5; Matthew 24:47, 30; Revelation 1:7; 19:11-14; 20:1-6 ).  This millennial reign will bring the salvation of national Israel (Ezekiel 37:21, 22; Zephaniah 3:19, 20; Romans 11:26, 27), and the establishment of universal peace (Isaiah 11:6-9; Psalms 72:3-8; Micah 4:3,4).
 

15. The Final Judgment There will be a final judgment in which the wicked dead will be raised and judged according to their works.  Whosoever is not found written in the Book of Life, together with the devil and his angels, the beast and the false prophet, will be consigned to everlasting punishment in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone, which is the second death (Matthew 25:46; Mark 9:43-48; Revelation 19:20; 20:11-15; 21:8).
 


16. The New Heaven and The New Earth “We, according to His promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness.” (II Peter 3:13; Revelation 21:22).


 
How can I become a member of The Hope Center Tabernacle?
 
Contact our office during regular business hours, Tuesday through Friday, and make an appointment to meet with someone from our pastoral staff. They will meet with you to discuss your particular needs and expectations and will help you through the application process. You may contact us at (201)798-0982, or call us through the Hope Center line at (877) Holy Fire. If you are transferring from another evangelical congregation, we will need a letter of transfer from your previous church. Blank forms are available in the church office, or you may click here to fill out an application on-line.
 


How can I get involved in ministry at the Tabernacle?
 
We strongly encourage you first become involved in one of our cell groups, as this will allow us to get to know you better in a more intimate environment. We normally require from 6-12 months of faithful church attendance in order for anyone to qualify for a ministerial assignment. This allows you to get to know us better and will give us an opportunity to get to know you as well. Notwithstanding, you may fill out a Ministry Profile Sheet which can be obtained at the church office, or you may click here to fill out an application on-line.
 


Can I be baptized?
 
If you have accepted Christ as your personal savior and have made a decision to turn from your sinful life to a new walk with Christ, you can apply to be baptized.  Simply fill out the Baptism Request Form (obtained in the office) and hand it in to Pastor's assistant.  Baptisms are held periodically at another location.  Announcements will be made as to time and location.
 


I would like to make a financial commitment to support the work of the Tabernacle (or the building fund).  How can I do this?
 
Simply click here and you will be taken to an interactive form that will allow you either commit to programmed giving, or to make a one time gift through our electronic shopping cart program via your debit/credit card.
 


I think I need counseling (prayer).  How can I get help?
 
If you feel that you are in need of counseling, please contact our church office during business hours Tuesday through Friday and give us your contact information.  We will make sure that someone on our pastoral staff gets back to you A.S.A.P.  tel:201.798.0982.
 


How can I get involved in a Life Group?
 
Please contact Veronica Teklai at our office.  If she is not in, simply leave a message and she will be sure to get back to you with the location and time of a meeting near you.
 

I would like to get married at the Tabernacle.  What is the process?
 
At Hope Center Tabernacle, it our policy to only marry church members.  All candidates will be required to attend 4-6 weeks of premarital counseling with our Pastoral staff.  Please contact Pastor's assistant to schedule a meeting with our Senior Pastor in order to coordinate the required sessions.
 

I would like to rent the Tabernacle for an event.  How can I do this?
 
The Hope Center's facilities are exclusively used for ministerial purposes.  We do not rent our facilities as such.  However, on occasion, we may allow the facility to be used for community related events.  Please mail in your formal request (or email), being sure to specifically outline the nature, time(s), date(s), projected attendance, and purpose of your event.
 

How can I have my child dedicated to the Lord?
 
Simply fill out the Child Dedication form from the church office.  Someone will contact you to finalize the arrangements.