Who We are in Christ, Facing the 21st Century
We, the members of the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church, in order to carry out God’s mission and move forward together into the next century, profess our life together in Christ and our desire to set forth a united strategy for the work of His church. We express our desire to continue to be a Presbyterian and Reformed church committed to the Lordship of Jesus Christ and to the Bible as the Word of God.
Rooted in and shaped by a living tradition, we are part of the new creation in Christ which God is bringing into existence. Therefore, we are committed to:
- The worship of the Triune God.
- The Holy Scriptures as the basis for our faith and activity.
- Unity with other believers in Christ.
- Total stewardship of life, including tithing of time, talents, and money.
- Excellence in education and equipping leaders for tomorrow.
- Loving and caring for one another and for other people.
- Spreading the Gospel to all parts of the world.
- Evaluating and changing church structures and priorities in order to meet the challenges of the future while preserving the best of the past.
To this end and in humble reliance upon the enabling power of the Holy Spirit, we covenant together to pray steadfastly that God will open doors of opportunity so that we may declare the riches of Christ.
Our Vision
Clearly, the Lord has blessed this congregation over the last 128 years. In light of our rich history we desire to build upon the faithful legacy of those who have gone before by continuing to follow God’s guidance through the Holy Spirit and the Bible.
Our vision is to make disciples of all nations (Matthew 28:19-20) by proclaiming God’s Word and sharing His love. Downtown Rock Hill is experiencing exponential growth, which presents us with numerous outreach opportunities because of where the Lord has placed our church. We pray the Lord uses us as a beacon of light to draw many to saving faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.
Rev. Sabastin Mathew
Lead Pastor, ARP Church Community
With a heart for God and a deep love for people, Rev. Sabastin Mathew serves as the Lead Pastor of ARP Church Community. His passion is to faithfully teach the Word of God, guide believers in spiritual growth, and shepherd the church with grace, humility, and vision.
Rev. Sabastin Mathew brings 4 years of ministry experience and is known for his clear biblical teaching, compassionate leadership, and commitment to building a Christ-centered community. His messages focus on practical application of Scripture, prayerful living, and growing together in faith.
“My prayer is that every person who walks through our church doors or visits us online would encounter the love of Jesus and find a place to grow in faith, fellowship, and purpose.”
Our Team
At ARP Church Community, we are blessed with a dedicated team serving together to glorify God and build His Church. Each member brings unique gifts to serve our congregation and reach others with the love of Christ.
ADIL AMANAT - MEDIA HEAD
Adil Amanat leads all digital and visual communication at ARP Church Community. From video production and livestreaming to social media and design, Adil ensures that every message we share is clear, inspiring, and Christ-centered. With a heart for ministry and a passion for creativity, he helps us connect with our congregation and beyond in powerful and meaningful ways.