A distinctive feature of our worship is the practice of Acappella singing—that is singing without the use of musical instruments. Here are four of our guiding principles.

• Biblical teaching. We believe the New Testament provides direction for how we should worship. In Ephesians 5:18-19 Paul writes, ‘Be filled with the Spirit, addressing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody to the Lord with your heart.’ In Colossians 3:16 the apostle writes, ‘Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God.’
• Historical example. From its earliest days the church simply sang praises to God. Musical instruments were introduced into Christian worship after several centuries, and not without controversy. The term a cappella, means ‘in the style of the church.’ Singing unaccompanied is not a peculiar custom but how the early church worshiped.
• Theological implications. In the Old Testament the use of musical instruments is commanded as part of the worship and sacrificial system conducted at the Temple in Jerusalem. However, with the coming of Christ and new covenant, these older forms of worship are no longer relevant. Consider the complete absence of teaching in the New Testament regarding the use of instruments.
• Congregational participation. Congregational singing encourages each individual to join their voice with others in praise to God as a unifying expression of worship. It emphasizes participation over performance. The focus remains on the message of the song and the collective praise offered to God. 

Congregational singing preserves the simplicity, purity and participatory nature of early Christian worship, placing the emphasis not on musical performance, but on heartfelt praise to God.