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Churches Directory > United States > Washington > Seattle - Tacoma area
New Beginnings Christian Assembly
(Light of the City Ministries)
SeaTac, Washington
Basic Information
- Leader: Pastor Peter Demetris
- Address of Meeting Place:
2450 S 142nd St.
SeaTac, Washington 98168
- Mailing Address (if different):
Light of the City Ministries
PO Box 58365
Renton, WA 98058
- Telephone: 425-235-4918
- Website: lightofthecity.org
- Email: pastorpeterd@comcast.net
General Description
- Type of Congregation: church with services in rented space; also has Bible study group
- Size of Congregation: small-medium (50-100 people) -- about 75 members
- Setting: suburban; on campus of a former local college
- Denomination or Affiliation(s): affiliated with The Community of Sonship Congregations as an associate member
- Strength of Denominational Identification: nondenominational; strong affiliation
Importance of Christian Universalism
Pastor Peter Demetris
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- 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: 5-15%
- People Over 65: 5-15%
- Blacks and Africans: 15-30%
- Hispanics and Latin Americans: less than 5%
- Asians and Pacific Islanders: less than 5%
- Other Non-White Ethnic Groups: 5-15% (Native Americans)
- Are There Services in Language(s) Other than English? -- no
Philosophy and Style
- Overall Philosophy and Style: progressive, charismatic, spirit-filled, nondenominational
- Doctrinal Purity or Open-Mindedness? -- leader describes the attitude of this church as "well grounded but free to explore"
- Worship Style: contemporary
- Music and Instruments Typically Used in Services: individual singing, congregational singing, keyboards, guitar, drums, bass
- Frequency of Communion: several times during the 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, but they are encouraged to keep their sex life generally private -- "don't ask, don't tell"
Mission and Programs
- Building Close Friendships and Fellowship Among Members: somewhat important
- Deepening Members' Faith and Understanding of Christian Teaching: very important
- Sharing the Gospel with Non-Believers: very important
- Charity and Community Service: very important
- Programs for Children and Youth: child care and children's classes
- 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
- Other Programs and Projects:
- "Kingdom Life Class" -- a learning experience of faith, not just teaching the facts and figures of the Bible
- one hour internet radio program that airs on xradiogospel.biz, Sunday-Friday at 12 noon, Monday-Friday at 7 p.m., and Sunday at 5 p.m. (all times PST)
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