In response to the Cross, IVCF seeks to express God’s heart through loving God, His Word, His people, and His purposes.

“In response to the cross…”

Jesus Christ has done a transformative work on the cross reconciling us as individuals to Himself and calling us to be agents of reconciliation. As agents of reconciliation we now live not for ourselves but for Jesus Christ and His purposes.

“Loving God…”

People were created to live lives of worship before God. We cultivate intimacy with God and growth in Christ-like character through personal and corporate spiritual disciplines, empowered by the Spirit.

“Loving God’s Word…”

We believe that the Bible is the authoritative Word of God. We encounter the Living God through Scripture and are transformed by the Holy Spirit as we read, study, teach and obey His Word.

“Loving God’s people…”

We believe that all people are created in God’s image and have inherent worth and dignity. We promote authentic relationships and redemptive communities marked by God’s grace and truth. We pursue ethnic reconciliation by practicing mutual empowerment, grace, and truth and by promoting personal and systemic justice.

“Loving God’s purposes…”

We believe God is moving in the world, calling all people to Himself, and seeking to establish His kingdom. We serve God and partner with His people to extend His kingdom cross-culturally on campus and around the world.