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Grace Wirka grew up in a Christian home in a small town outside of Omaha. She was loved by God and by her family. Her parents told her that she was a gift from God. She was named after that gift. She knew God’s plan and was told she was a part of it. She … Read More
“And Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” – Acts 2:38 Citylight Church practices believer’s baptism by immersion. We believe that baptism is an outward and visible sign … Read More
Jesus said in Matthew 28 “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit”. Citylight Church believes and practices believer’s baptism. Baptism is an outward expression of an inward faith in Jesus Christ. It is a picture of God’s … Read More
Citylight Church is made up of people who live on mission to multiply disciples throughout our city. We gather on Sunday mornings for worship as the body of Christ and we scatter throughout the week to bring His light wherever He has planted us. We are not a place with programs; we are a people … Read More
“I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.” – John 15:5 The first time John Dekkenga shared the gospel with someone was his sophomore year in college. It convicted him. Why didn’t … Read More
Citylight’s short-term global trips serve alongside long-term global partners in the work God is doing in their context. Every summer, various trips for our High School students, Salt students, and individuals/families go across the world. Each team goes with the posture ready to serve, no matter the task. Whether through work projects or relational ministry, … Read More
Two years ago, Ben Hagedorn was right on track with his plan. The plan was to become an accountant. He liked control and systems and organization. The more he could protect himself from the unknowns and chaos, the better. His plan also didn’t include community. People are messy. And it didn’t include God. A life … Read More
After the resurrection of Jesus and before he ascended into heaven, he called the 11 disciples to a mountain top. Drawing their gaze to the land and people and cities all around them, He said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of … Read More