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Churches Directory > United States > Louisiana > Baton Rouge area
Abiding Hope Fellowship
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Basic Information
- Leader: Pastor David Davis
- Address of Meeting Place:
7935 Director Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70817
- Mailing Address: same
- Telephone: 225-751-4673 or 225-337-0597
- Website: none
- Email: davisahf@cox.net
General Description
- Type of Congregation: church with services in own building
- Size of Congregation: small-medium (50-100 people) -- average attendance 60 to 80 people per week
- Setting: suburban
- Denomination or Affiliation(s): independent nondenominational
- Strength of Denominational Identification: none
Importance of Christian Universalism
- Believers in Universal Reconciliation: nearly 100% of congregation
- Is Universal Reconciliation Taught? -- yes, currently taught and emphasized
Demographics of Congregation
- Single People in Their 20's: 5-15%
- Families with Children Under 12 Years Old: more than 50%
- Families with Children Older than 12: 15-30%
- People Over 65: 5-15%
- Blacks and Africans: less than 5%
- Hispanics and Latin Americans: less than 5%
- Asians and Pacific Islanders: less than 5%
- Other Non-White Ethnic Groups: less than 5%
- Are There Services in Language(s) Other than English? -- no
Philosophy and Style
- Overall Philosophy and Style: moderate, progressive
- Doctrinal Purity or Open-Mindedness? -- leader encourages open-mindedness, spiritual exploration, and individual conscience on many issues
- Worship Style: blended traditional and contemporary
- Music and Instruments Typically Used in Services: keyboards, guitar, drums
- Frequency of Communion: once or twice a year
- Politics in Sermons? -- no
- Tithing or Specific Financial Obligation? -- not practiced; members may donate as much or as little as they choose
- Are Gays and Lesbians Welcome to Join? -- yes, they are completely and unconditionally accepted
Mission and Programs
- Building Close Friendships and Fellowship Among Members: very important
- Deepening Members' Faith and Understanding of Christian Teaching: very important
- Sharing the Gospel with Non-Believers: somewhat important
- Charity and Community Service: very important
- Programs for Children and Youth: child care, children's classes, and programs for teens
- Does the Leader Offer Home and Hospital Visits for the Sick and Elderly? -- yes
- Does the Leader Offer One-on-One Spiritual Counseling for Members? -- yes
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