About Us

The Connect Church of Baltimore was birthed on April 12, 2020, out of obedience to God’s divine mandate to build His Kingdom. We exist to create a place where people are united, guided, and mobilized to advance God’s purposes on earth.

Our foundation is rooted in Ephesians 4:16, which declares:

“He makes the whole body fit together perfectly. As each part does its special work, it helps the other parts grow, so that the whole body is healthy, growing, and full of love.”

This scripture reflects our identity as a connected body—each person valued, each role significant, and every Connector contributing to the growth of the whole.

MOTTO

We Are Better Together

VISION STATEMENT

To cultivate a community of Connectors who grow holistically in their relationship with Christ, with one another, and in life—walking in the evidence of transformed lives marked by purpose. We exist to be a beacon of light and hope within the South Clifton Park community and the world at large.

MISSION STATEMENT

Our mission is to empower Connectors to live for Christ, impact the world with His love, and lead with purpose.

CORE VALUES

At The Connect Church of Baltimore, our members—affectionately known as Connectors—are committed to:

  • Upholding integrity
  • Cultivating community
  • Fostering partnership
  • Promoting empowerment
  • Pursuing excellence in ministry

MINISTRY MODULES

  • Faith – Growing in Christ through discipleship, biblical teaching, and spiritual formation
  • Family – Strengthening and nurturing healthy, lasting connections within both family and church life
  • Fitness – Honoring God through wholeness of mind, body, and spirit
  • Finance – Developing wisdom and faithful stewardship of financial resources
  • Fellowship – Cultivating meaningful relationships that support, encourage, and celebrate life together as a spiritual family

What Kind of Church Is TCC?

When one takes the time to engage in a thoughtful and comprehensive study of church history and ecclesiology—the theological study of the nature, structure, and mission of the Church—it becomes clear that the early Church was not founded upon denominational affiliation. First-century believers did not gather under man-made labels, movements, or institutional categories. Instead, they were unified by doctrine, devotion, and the transformative presence of the Holy Ghost.

Our Identity

Unfortunately, many people have not always had pleasant experiences with churches identified by specific denominational labels. Over time, certain names—such as Baptist, Methodist, Pentecostal, or Apostolic—have come to carry stereotypes shaped by secondhand stories, cultural narratives, or isolated negative experiences. As a result, individuals may unconsciously form conclusions before ever stepping through the doors.

These assumptions, while understandable, are often unfair. All churches are not the same, and no single experience—or label—can accurately represent the heart, posture, or spiritual health of every congregation. Too often, people miss meaningful opportunities for healing, growth, and a genuine encounter with God simply because of a name attached to a building rather than the fruit demonstrated within it.

For this reason, our identity—and even the name of our church—is intentionally rooted in Scripture, not in denominational branding. The Connect Church of Baltimore draws its identity from Acts 2:42, which declares:

“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.”

Our Biblical Foundation

The apostles’ doctrine refers to the foundational teachings handed down from those who walked with Christ and were commissioned by Him—teachings centered on the life, death, resurrection, lordship, and authority of Jesus Christ; the reliability of Scripture; the active work of the Holy Ghost; and the call to live as transformed witnesses of the Kingdom of God. This doctrine was not innovative, trendy, or divisive—it was Christ-centered, Spirit-empowered, and community-forming.

Who We Are

Therefore, The Connect Church of Baltimore is not confined to a denominational box, nor limited by man-constructed labels. While we honor the historical contributions of denominations, we affirm that no single church, stream, or movement holds a monopoly on the presence, power, or outpouring of the Holy Ghost. God moves wherever hearts are surrendered, truth is preached, and faith is exercised.
As a New Testament church, we strive to be the following:
Biblically sound in preaching and teaching, rightly dividing the Word of God with clarity, integrity, and relevance.
Spirit-filled, welcoming the active work of the Holy Ghost in ways that are reverent, orderly, and edifying—spiritually alive without being disorderly.
Expressive in praise and worship, unashamedly and unapologetically responding to God with joy, reverence, and freedom, while honoring biblical order and the edification of the entire body.
Missional, faithfully upholding the Great Commission by modeling Christ in word and deed, reaching beyond church walls to impact the world as witnesses of His love and truth.
Open and responsive to the full work of the Spirit, fully embracing prophetic ministry, miracles, signs, wonders, and the proper administration of the gifts of the Spirit as outlined in Scripture—all operating decently, in order, edifying, and for the building up of the Body of Christ.
In essence, The Connect Church of Baltimore exists to reflect the heart, power, and structure of the early Church—anchored in truth, alive in the Spirit, expressive in worship, committed to community, and sent into the world.

2026 THEMATIC FOCUS: GET PLANTED

Get Planted: A Call to Be Grounded in Faith, Purpose, and Discipleship

This theme calls us to move beyond surface-level engagement and to commit to deeper roots, stronger formation, and a faith that holds steady through every season.

What “GET PLANTED” Means

“GET PLANTED” is an invitation, a directive, and an activation. Planting always requires a deliberate decision—no one drifts into deep roots by accident. Our attitude toward being planted was never meant to be passive or reactive, but intentional, disciplined, and proactive in seeking growth and stability.

  • Planted in Christ – salvation, discipleship, and a life anchored in His promises
  • Planted in the Word – daily Scripture intake, understanding, application, and memorization
  • Planted in Church – community, belonging, servitude, accountability

A person who is truly planted is positioned, covered, connected, fed, fruitful, and hard to uproot.

What “Grounded” Means

Being grounded speaks to internal formation. It is the development of deep roots that:

  • Sustain growth
  • Support maturity
  • Protect against burnout and instability

Grounding is not about slowing down progress—it is about strengthening the foundation that progress requires.

Grounded in Faith

Faith gives us guidance, strength, and direction in life. Being grounded in faith means:

  • Developing trust and belief beyond emotionalism
  • Remaining faithful without constant affirmation
  • Allowing truth to shape decisions and character

Faith that is grounded holds firm during both clarity and silence

Grounded in Discipleship

Discipleship is the intentional process of becoming more like Christ. It is the pathway through which faith deepens and equips us to live what we believe. Being grounded in discipleship means:

  • Commitment to spiritual formation, not just church attendance
  • Commitment to spiritual depth, not emotional hype
  • Commitment to application, not just receiving information
  • Commitment to growth, not settling for comfort or stagnation

Discipleship forms our character, shapes our walk, and prepares us to be practitioners of what we believe.

Grounded in Purpose

Purpose gives meaning, clarity, and direction. Being grounded in purpose means:

  • Living with clarity and intention
  • Resisting comparison and the pull toward divided attention.
  • Aligning actions with your God-given calling

Purpose keeps us focused on what truly matters, ensuring our time, energy, and gifts are invested in the work God has entrusted to us rather than being scattered by trivial pursuits or distractions.