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Discover more about what Arise Baptist Church believes and how we function as a church body. Who We Are We are focused on making disciples and planting churches across the Houston area and the world beyond... At Arise Baptist Church you will be loved, prayed for, and connected with other people who will encourage you to live the life God intended for you. You will experience teaching from God’s Word that will guide you to the fulfilled life God created you to have. Here you will engage and participate in the worship of our great God! We will sing His praises, we will pray in faith asking for God’s help, and we will be challenged by the truth of His word that holds every answer to every question of life. You will be a part of reaching our local community, the greater Houston area, and the world beyond with the message of hope and redemption. 01 The Bible We believe the Bible to be the revealed Word of God, fully and verbally inspired of God. We believe the Scriptures to be the inerrant, infallible Word of God, as found within the 66 books from Genesis to Revelation. We believe that God not only inspired every word, but that He has preserved them through the ages. (Psalm 12:6–7; II Timothy 3:15-17; I Peter 1:23-25; II Peter 1:19-21) 02 God We believe in one God; who is eternal, self-existent, infinite, and immutable. We believe He has one nature, one essence, and one substance; yet manifests Himself to man in three Persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. (Deuteronomy 6:4; I Timothy 1:17; James 1:17; I John 4:4) 03 Jesus Christ We believe Jesus Christ to be the one and only Savior of mankind. We believe Jesus Christ to be eternally God and to possess all the attributes of Deity. We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ was virgin-born, that He was God incarnate, and that the purposes of the incarnation were to reveal God, to redeem men, and to rule over God’s kingdom. We believe Jesus Christ never relinquished any attributes of His Deity, but merely veiled them. We believe He lived a perfect, sinless life, at the end of which He was offered for all mankind as a substitutionary sacrifice for man’s sin. This sacrifice was a just payment to God for the forgiveness of sin. It was activated by His death through the shedding of His blood on the cross and was accepted by God upon His resurrection. We believe He ascended into Heaven after His resurrection to be seated at the right hand of the Father and is now waiting for the time of receiving His church at the rapture, which is followed by His return seven years later to earth to rule and reign as King for 1,000 years. (Psalm 2:7-9; Isaiah 7:14, 9:6, 43:11; Micah 5:2; Matthew 1:25; Luke 1:26-35; John 1:1, 1:3, 14, 18, 29; Romans 3:19-25; Romans 5:6-15; Philippians 2:5-11; I Thessalonians 4:13-18; I Timothy 2:5; I Timothy 3:16; Titus 2:10-15; Hebrews 7:26, 9:24-28; I Peter 1:19, 2:2; I John 1:3; Revelation 20:1-6) 04 The Holy Spirit We believe the Holy Spirit of God is a person who has personality and all the attributes of Deity. We believe the Holy Spirit has always been involved in the affairs of mankind; however, we believe He has a special ministry that began at Pentecost and will continue until the rapture. This ministry includes reproving the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment. The Holy Spirit was also sent to regenerate, sanctify, seal, and fill all who have placed their faith in Jesus Christ. (Genesis 1:2; John 3:5-6; John 14:16; Acts 1:5; Acts 11:15; I Corinthians 3:16; I Corinthians 6:19-20; I Corinthians 12:13) 05 Sin and Salvation We believe all men were born with an inherited sin nature received from our common ancestor, Adam. We believe that because of his nature, man is a sinner by choice, and he is totally incapable of reforming himself or ceasing from his sin by his own power. We believe the only hope of deliverance for man is a total change of mind concerning his sinful condition and inability to change it, and a turning to Jesus Christ as the only Savior. We believe that only through the substitutionary sacrifice of Christ on the cross can a man be delivered from his sin. We believe that all those who reject Jesus Christ as their Savior are already condemned to an eternity in the lake of fire. (Genesis 5:1-5; Acts 4:19; Acts 16:31; Romans 3:10-23; Romans 5:6-12; Romans 6:23; Romans 10:9-10; Ephesians 2:8-9; Titus 3:5-6; Revelation 20:11-14) 06 The New Testament Church We believe the local church is composed of members who have been saved and baptized according to the command of Christ, and have voluntarily united together for the purposes of worship, fellowship, service, and observance of the ordinances of baptism and communion. (Matthew 16:16-18; Acts 1:15; Acts 2:41-43; Acts 11:15; Acts 20:28; I Corinthians 15: 51-58; Ephesians 1:12-14; Ephesians 5:25-30; I Timothy 3:4-15) 07 The Last Days We believe in the literal interpretation of the Scriptures in their grammatical and historical context. We believe in the pre-tribulational rapture of the church saints, followed by the seven-year tribulation. We believe in the pre-millennial return of Christ to the earth and His literal rule of 1,000 years. Following this one thousand year reign is the Great White Throne judgment and then the new heaven and new earth. (I Corinthians 15:51-58; I Thessalonians 4:13-18; I Thessalonians 5:1-9; Revelation 19-22) WHAT WE VALUE Continue 2 TIMOTHY 4:2 BIBLICAL PROCLAMATION We believe the Bible has the power to transform lives and it is our authority above culture, traditions and opinions. WHAT WE BELIEVE

Our Team SENIOR PASTOR Will Cover Pastor Will and his wife, Shandi, started Arise Baptist Church in 2017. It is their desire to lead people into a personal walk with God by leading them to know Jesus as their Savior and as Lord of their life. SUPPORT STAFF Caleb Reed Staff Evangelist Angie Zachary Ministry Coordinator Grace Heine Ministry Assistant Diana Page Ministry Assistant DEACONS Larry Boyd Mark Cover Joe Heine Mike McConnell Lewis Shepard SERVE TEAM LEADERS Rose Heine Arise Kids Nursery Stephanie deBlanc Arise Kids Curriculum Coordinator Luis & Natalia Rodriguez Arise Student Ministry Mark & Anne Marie Cover Discipleship Groups Ashley Escobar Hospitality Team Mike & Daphne McConnell Matt Matthews Guest Experience Greeters Howard Shen Abram Cathlino Audio Visual Facilities Team Peter & Christen Farver House of Refuge Michael Morris Safety Team Lewis Shepard Prayer Team Shandi Cover Women's Ministry

NEXT STEPS STEP ONE STEP TWO STEP THREE STEP FOUR Continue GROW IN YOUR FAITH Building your relationship with Jesus and others We are a family, and we want all of our family members to be growing closer to Jesus! The church is a place for healing, encouragement, and learning. The church is also a catalyst for people to spread the love and hope of Jesus. In order to fulfill that mission, we must develop a healthy, vibrant relationship with Jesus and with others. Here are some ways we can grow in our faith. Continue Continue Attend Church Weekly Make sure you get in the habit of attending weekly services! The Bible tells us in Hebrews 10:25, " Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching ." Join us weekly at Arise for our service on Sunday mornings @ 10 AM. Also, Arise is a praying church and we gather as a congregation every Wednesday night at 7:00pm for prayer and Bible study. During this service, we pray for God's guidance for our church as well as the needs of our church, the community, nation, and the world! PLAN YOUR VISIT Continue Daily Read Your Bible The Bible is God’s "user manual" for life. Just as we need to continually breathe oxygen to survive, we need to regularly study the Bible to grow and thrive spiritually. Your New Believer's Bible contains helpful information on how to begin and continue healthy Bible study habits. If you need more assistance, visit the Connect Center and one of our hosts will gladly give you more information to get you started! Continue Talk to God Often Prayer is how we communicate with God. All good relationships need good communication. Your relationship with God is no exception. Even Jesus himself took time to pray to God for guidance and direction. If Jesus felt the need to pray, how much more do we need to do it? Prayer may seem intimidating but it doesn't have to be. Read Luke 11:1-13 to learn how the disciples sought Jesus' direction on how to pray and Jesus gave them the perfect model to follow. Continue Attend Starting Point Have you been visiting with us and wish to know more about the vision and purpose of our church? Or perhaps you have recently become a new member of Arise? We know that getting acquainted with a new church can be exciting but also a little bit intimidating. This STARTING POINT class will introduce you to our Arise family as well as the vision and purpose of our ministry. Led by Pastor Will, the classes meet four weeks in a row prior to the Sunday morning worship service and provide you with the opportunity to ask questions and learn how you can serve the Lord here at Arise through an introduction to the various ministries of the church. If you desire to know more about Arise Baptist Church, sign up for this four-week class today! MORE INFORMATION Continue Join a Bible Class No matter your stage of life there is a place for you to connect with other believers in your life stage. You will learn how to grow in your faith by practical lessons and group discussions and also real life lessons from other Christians doing life alongside you. Join a group today and experience the family! EXPLORE GROUPS Ready to Move Forward? Have Questions? CONTINUE HERE

CONNECT CALENDAR ARISE KIDS ARISE YOUTH DISCIPLESHIP GROUPS ARISE STUDENT MINISTRIES Helping teens become disciples of Jesus! We believe that teens are not the future of the church – they are the church! Arise Student Ministry is a program for teenagers grades 7th - 12th on Sundays and Wednesdays. Your teens will grow in their relationship with God in a fun and supportive environment where they will be challenged to live out their Great Commission responsibility! Besides our regular Sunday and Wednesday events, our teens enjoy regular camps, service opportunities, trips, and many other fun activities. SUNDAYS Discipleship Our teens meet together on Sunday evenings during the school year for small group Bible studies. During the summer months they participate in various topical studies. They get to learn how to study God’s Word and make application in their own lives. This time of spiritual enrichment is invaluable for every one of your young people. WEDNESDAYS Connect Important Information Continue Weekly Schedule SUNDAYS • 10:00 AM Worship Service SUNDAYS • 5:00PM Student Growth Group WEDNESDAYS • 7:00PM Student Discipleship Continue Special Needs Our team will evaluate each accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Please call the church office in advance if your child could benefit from additional accommodations. Continue Allergy Safety Our Arise Student Ministry team is committed to providing each teenager a safe and secure environment in which to learn and grow closer to Christ. Please contact the Church Office if you would like to review our Student Ministry Safety Policies. On Wednesday evening, our teens meet as a group for games, Bible study, worship, and prayer. Luis and Natalia Rodriguez lead our teens each week in this time of teaching and encouragement.

VISIT Plan Your Visit We can't wait to meet you! On your first visit to Arise, you will experience a warm and sincere welcome, worshipful music, gospel-centered preaching, and a friendly environment that feels like home. If you have any questions along the way, our greeters would love to help you! Continue Choose a Time SUNDAY SCHEDULE 10:00 AM Worship Service* ( Broadcast LIVE ) 5:00 PM Discipleship Small Groups** (3rd grade through adults) Two 13-week sessions meet in the spring and fall of each year. Learn more HERE . **PM Service when groups aren't in session. ( Broadcast LIVE ) *Nursery care (6 weeks through age 3) is available for AM & PM services. *Arise Kids (K4 through 2nd grade) meet during these Sunday opportunities. WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE 10:00 AM Seniors on the Move for Christ (60+) 7:00 PM Adult Bible Study ( Broadcast LIVE ) ] Nursery ((6 weeks through age 2) AWANA Cubbies (Ages 3-5) Kids for Truth Clubs (1st-6th grade) Arise Student Ministry (7th-12th grade) Continue Find Our Campus 803 Curtin Street, Houston, TX 77018 We are located on Curtin Street off of Shepherd Drive between Pinemont Dr. and W 43rd Street. Continue Have kids? Start here. Your kids will love to come to church! During our worship services, we have quality nurseries and childcare ministries for children from 6 weeks old through 6th grade. ARISE KIDS Continue What you can expect If you are visiting Arise for the first time, then you are our honored guest! We’d love for you to let us know you’re coming, so we can make sure to personally greet you when you arrive on campus. We can’t wait to meet you! When you arrive, you’ll be greeted by a member of our Welcome Team who can assist you in finding your way around. Feel free to stop by the Welcome Center for a cup of coffee before the service begins! We promise to do our best to make your experience at church hassle-free. We have safe childcare service available during all services, and we will help you get your children registered for easy and safe check-in. If you have nursery-aged children, you will want to arrive at least 15 minutes early to allow time to get them settled in the right place! Our Sunday morning service lasts about 90 minutes. We begin with a time of congregational singing. Every service will have a focus on preaching from God’s Word, and we trust that it will affect your life in a positive way to bring you closer to the Lord! FAQ The Bible We believe the Bible to be the revealed Word of God, fully and verbally inspired of God. We believe the Scriptures to be the inerrant, infallible Word of God, as found within the 66 books from Genesis to Revelation. We believe that God not only inspired every word, but that He has preserved them through the ages. (Psalm 12:6–7; II Timothy 3:15-17; I Peter 1:23-25; II Peter 1:19-21) God We believe in one God; who is eternal, self-existent, infinite, and immutable. We believe He has one nature, one essence, and one substance; yet manifests Himself to man in three Persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. (Deuteronomy 6:4; I Timothy 1:17; James 1:17; I John 4:4) Jesus Christ We believe Jesus Christ to be the one and only Savior of mankind. We believe Jesus Christ to be eternally God and to possess all the attributes of Deity. We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ was virgin-born, that He was God incarnate, and that the purposes of the incarnation were to reveal God, to redeem men, and to rule over God’s kingdom. We believe Jesus Christ never relinquished any attributes of His Deity, but merely veiled them. We believe He lived a perfect, sinless life, at the end of which He was offered for all mankind as a substitutionary sacrifice for man’s sin. This sacrifice was a just payment to God for the forgiveness of sin. It was activated by His death through the shedding of His blood on the cross and was accepted by God upon His resurrection. We believe He ascended into Heaven after His resurrection to be seated at the right hand of the Father and is now waiting for the time of receiving His church at the rapture, which is followed by His return seven years later to earth to rule and reign as King for 1,000 years. (Psalm 2:7-9; Isaiah 7:14, 9:6, 43:11; Micah 5:2; Matthew 1:25; Luke 1:26-35; John 1:1, 1:3, 14, 18, 29; Romans 3:19-25; Romans 5:6-15; Philippians 2:5-11; I Thessalonians 4:13-18; I Timothy 2:5; I Timothy 3:16; Titus 2:10-15; Hebrews 7:26, 9:24-28; I Peter 1:19, 2:2; I John 1:3; Revelation 20:1-6) The Holy Spirit We believe the Holy Spirit of God is a person who has personality and all the attributes of Deity. We believe the Holy Spirit has always been involved in the affairs of mankind; however, we believe He has a special ministry that began at Pentecost and will continue until the rapture. This ministry includes reproving the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment. The Holy Spirit was also sent to regenerate, sanctify, seal, and fill all who have placed their faith in Jesus Christ. (Genesis 1:2; John 3:5-6; John 14:16; Acts 1:5; Acts 11:15; I Corinthians 3:16; I Corinthians 6:19-20; I Corinthians 12:13) Sin and Salvation We believe all men were born with an inherited sin nature received from our common ancestor, Adam. We believe that because of his nature, man is a sinner by choice, and he is totally incapable of reforming himself or ceasing from his sin by his own power. We believe the only hope of deliverance for man is a total change of mind concerning his sinful condition and inability to change it, and a turning to Jesus Christ as the only Savior. We believe that only through the substitutionary sacrifice of Christ on the cross can a man be delivered from his sin. We believe that all those who reject Jesus Christ as their Savior are already condemned to an eternity in the lake of fire. (Genesis 5:1-5; Acts 4:19; Acts 16:31; Romans 3:10-23; Romans 5:6-12; Romans 6:23; Romans 10:9-10; Ephesians 2:8-9; Titus 3:5-6; Revelation 20:11-14) The New Testament Church We believe the local church is composed of members who have been saved and baptized according to the command of Christ, and have voluntarily united together for the purposes of worship, fellowship, service, and observance of the ordinances of baptism and communion. (Matthew 16:16-18; Acts 1:15; Acts 2:41-43; Acts 11:15; Acts 20:28; I Corinthians 15: 51-58; Ephesians 1:12-14; Ephesians 5:25-30; I Timothy 3:4-15) The Last Days We believe in the literal interpretation of the Scriptures in their grammatical and historical context. We believe in the pre-tribulational rapture of the church saints, followed by the seven-year tribulation. We believe in the pre-millennial return of Christ to the earth and His literal rule of 1,000 years. Following this one thousand year reign is the Great White Throne judgment and then the new heaven and new earth. (I Corinthians 15:51-58; I Thessalonians 4:13-18; I Thessalonians 5:1-9; Revelation 19-22)

Arise Baptist Church will help you take your next step with Jesus. NEXT STEPS STEP ONE STEP TWO STEP THREE STEP FOUR 1. Find Jesus Jesus is the most important part of your journey. He is the answer to all your questions in this life and the next. Get to know Him today! EXPLORE THIS STEP 3. Start Growing As you decide to follow Jesus in salvation and baptism, it only makes sense to start growing. We believe that every Christian should know what they believe and strive to grow in their new faith. EXPLORE THIS STEP WHICH STEP IS FOR YOU? Let's Grow Together Life is a journey and we are here to help you find and follow Jesus! Before you continue your journey, take a moment to discover where you are. These steps are vital as we go through life. If we can help you at all, click the chat bubble and say hello! 4. Enlist to Serve Did you know that every Christian has been given gifts by God that are meant to serve others? There is a place for everyone to serve at Arise. There are many ministry areas you can get started in today! EXPLORE THIS STEP 2. Be Baptized The first step a follower of Jesus should take is baptism. This first step is an outward display of what God is doing on the inside and is a declaration to the world that you are following Jesus. EXPLORE THIS STEP