Article I – Name
The name of this organization shall be Living Hope Church of New Jersey.
Article II – Purpose
The purpose of this church is to:
- Preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ
- Promote spiritual growth and discipleship
- Conduct public worship services
- Advance the Kingdom of God through evangelism and missions
Article III – Statement of Faith
We affirm the following foundational truths:
- The verbal inspiration and full authority of the Bible.
- One God eternally existent in three Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
- The deity, virgin birth, sinless life, atoning death, resurrection, and return of Jesus Christ.
- Salvation through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ.
- Water baptism by immersion.
- The baptism in the Holy Spirit with the evidence of speaking in tongues.
- The operation of spiritual gifts in the church.
- Divine healing through the redemptive work of Christ.
- The resurrection of the saved unto eternal life and the lost unto eternal judgment.
Article IV – Ordinances
The ordinances of the church shall be:
- Water Baptism
- The Lord’s Supper (Communion)
Article V – Governance
The church shall operate under Biblical leadership principles, with pastoral oversight provided by Pastor PV Mathew, supported by appointed leaders and ministry teams.