Our Theology & Convictions
Rooted in Scripture. Centered on Jesus. Committed to His Mission.
What we believe shapes how we live, how we make disciples, and how we work together for the renewal of Baltimore.
United Around Jesus and His Mission
BALM brings together Christians from different churches and traditions around a shared commitment to Jesus Christ and His mission. We believe the gospel transforms individuals, communities, and the way we live together.
Our theological convictions shape our commitment to disciple-making, developing leaders, cultivating multiplying churches, and serving our neighbors.
What Unites Us
Jesus at the Center
Our identity, hope, and mission are rooted in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Every Believer Called
Every follower of Jesus is invited to be formed by Him and participate in His mission.
Scripture as Our Foundation
The Bible shapes our understanding of God, discipleship, the Church, and our calling in the world.
The Gospel in Word and Deed
Proclaiming Jesus and demonstrating His love through mercy, justice, and service belong together.
Documents That Shape Our Movement
The Lausanne Covenant
OUR EVANGELICAL FOUNDATION
The Lausanne Covenant expresses historic evangelical convictions about Scripture, the uniqueness of Jesus Christ, the mission of the Church, and the relationship between evangelism and social responsibility. Its emphasis on cooperation across churches reflects BALM's commitment to working together for the gospel.
Baltimore Unbound Church Network Statement of Faith
OUR MOVEMENT VALUES
The Underground movement offers a vision of church that empowers ordinary followers of Jesus to live as missionaries in their everyday contexts. Its emphasis on simple, multiplying microchurches and shared mission informs our approach to disciple-making communities.
The Underground Manifesto
OUR NETWORK'S DOCTRINAL COMMITMENTS
The Baltimore Unbound Church Network articulates theological commitments that help guide its microchurch communities and leaders. These convictions provide a shared foundation for faith, leadership, and accountability within the network.
Metro Baltimore Seminary
OUR COMMITMENT TO THEOLOGICAL EDUCATION
Metro Baltimore Seminary (MBS) provides accessible, biblically grounded theological education that equips leaders for ministry in the local church and community. Through its partnership with MBS, BALM helps lead the Church Planting & Renewal and Urban Ministry tracks, integrating theological depth with practical ministry and disciple-making. This partnership reflects BALM's conviction that sound theology, spiritual formation, and mission belong together.
Unity in Mission. Faithfulness in Practice.
BALM values theological depth alongside cooperation across Christian traditions. We seek to remain rooted in biblical faith while creating space for churches and leaders to work together toward a shared vision: multiplying disciples and communities of faith throughout Greater Baltimore.