Our Values
These aren't just words on a wall—they shape everything we do.
Six Core Values
Values aren't just nice ideas—they're the compass that guides our decisions, shapes our community, and keeps us moving in the right direction.
Rooted in our Lutheran heritage—where grace is free, faith is a gift, and every person matters to God—these six values define who we are and who we're becoming. They're the heartbeat of Thrive Community Church.
Compassion for All People
Everyone's broken. Everyone needs love. Just like Jesus had compassion on the crowds, we want to meet people where they are—no judgment, no pretense.
Mark 6:34 • 2 Corinthians 1:3-7Thriving Relationships
Relationships are everything—with God and with each other. We're not just about attendance; we're about real connection that actually matters.
Ephesians 4:1-16 • Colossians 3:12-17Thriving Community
We want Estero, San Carlos, and FGCU to be better because we're here. Our faith should make a tangible difference in our neighborhoods.
Jeremiah 29:7 • 1 Timothy 2:1-3
Life-long Growth
Following Jesus is a life-long journey. Thriving means continually being formed to live more like Him—growing in character, knowledge, and skills as we walk with Him.
Ephesians 4:1-16 • Philippians 3:12-14Love for Lost People
We're biased toward people who aren't here yet. We want everyone to know Jesus and experience what it means to live in authentic community.
Luke 15 • Luke 5:27-31Global & Local Kingdom
We're both a local movement and part of something global. God's mission extends beyond Estero—and we want to be part of it everywhere.
Matthew 6:33 • John 20:19-23Ready to See These Values in Action?
Come see what we're all about. Sundays at 10.