We are a body of people who believes that Jesus is real.  He truly lived, died, and rose again as the Bible tells us.  We have dedicated our lives to following what He teaches, and together we are learning how to do so.

We believe that Jesus wants us to truly love God and all people.  We don’t always do it right, but again, we are learning.  We wish to be known as a church that loves people whether they agree with us or not.  We wish to be known as a church that loves our neighbors and loves each other.

We believe that love means being patient and kind to people.  Love accepts people, warts and all.  We believe love also requires compassion, openness and honesty in dealing with the warts.  It is not loving to withhold help, and Jesus has the best help available for our deepest problems.  It is not loving to ignore when people are lost, trapped, or deceived; we all need the way, truth, and life that only Jesus provides.

We believe that as we follow Jesus, He can free us from guilt, fear and shame, and can transform our lives and relationships.  We believe that authentic and honest relationships are part of God’s design for our lives.

We believe that one of the best ways to show Jesus’ love is to serve and encourage people.  We work diligently to help people in our own community and through out the world.

 

“Spirit-filled living on the path of full devotion”

Hillside Wesleyan Church
753 Prospect Ave
Olean, NY  14760
716-372-1061
www.hillsidewc.net