Core Beliefs
The following are the core beliefs of UPPC based on the foundational truths taught in the bible. All of our teaching and ministry is rooted in and flows out of these biblical doctrines.
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Our Focus Statement
At University Place Presbyterian Church we strive to know, experience and be the love of Jesus locally, intentionally, spontaneously and tangibly. As part of the University Place and Tacoma communities for nearly 100 years, our commitment to loving God and loving others remains a constant during times of change.
Our Code
As a Family of Faith, we...
Are in This Together
We comfort and care for our brothers and sisters in Christ, here and around the world.
Make Room
We value sacred space in a secular world - our gatherings are a place of Holy Spirit moments and great healing.
Love Kids
We honor children and youth - through spiritual growth and general nurture - as a foundation for all we do.
Create
We celebrate music and the arts to lift our hearts, enhance our worship, and celebrate God's goodness with others in and outside the church.
Embrace Messiness
Guided by the word, embracing both spiritual truth and divine grace, as we share life's faith journey in all its messiness and all its glory, together.
Share
We share our abundant blessings generously - through service and mission, talent and treasure.
Core Beliefs and Denomination
Presbyterian Church (USA)
UPPC is a member of the PC(USA) denomination. The PC(USA) is the largest of several Presbyterian denominations. It traces back to 1793 and is now headquartered in Louisville, KY. Its constitution has two parts: The Book of Confessions teaches what we believe and The Book of Order teaches how our church is organized.
Essential Tenets of Presbyterian Reformed Faith
Presbyterians as Christians (Shared beliefs with other Christians)
A. The mystery of a triune God
B. The incarnation of the eternal Word of God in Jesus Christ
B. The incarnation of the eternal Word of God in Jesus Christ
Presbyterians as Protestants (Shared beliefs with other Protestants)
A. Justification by Grace through Faith
B. Authority of Scripture
B. Authority of Scripture
Presbyterians as Reformed (Beliefs emphasized for Reformed Presbyterians)
A. God’s sovereignty
B. Election of God’s people for service and salvation
C. God’s covenant with chosen people
D. Faithful stewardship of creation
E. Recognizing human tendency toward idolatry and tyranny, which is sin
F. That God’s people work toward the transformation of society by seeking justice and living in obedience to the Word of God
B. Election of God’s people for service and salvation
C. God’s covenant with chosen people
D. Faithful stewardship of creation
E. Recognizing human tendency toward idolatry and tyranny, which is sin
F. That God’s people work toward the transformation of society by seeking justice and living in obedience to the Word of God