Belief, faith, religion, and spirituality in Taylor, Michigan are the focal point of this portion of our web guide.
In some contexts, these terms may be used interchangeably, but they do have unique definitions, and are not always synonymous.
Belief is a term that refers to an acceptance of a statement as being true, or as an acknowledgment of the existence of something, such as a deity. In the context of religion, belief may imply a religious conviction. However, someone may believe in a deity without having faith in that deity. For example, the Christian scriptures suggest that Satan believed that Jesus was the Son of God.
Faith is stronger. It implies, not only belief, but also trust and obedience. In the context of Christianity, Hebrews 11:1 says that faith is the certainty of things hoped for and proof of things not seen. Other scriptural references suggest that faith is the means of salvation.
Although it can be used in other ways, religion generally refers to a particular system of faith and worship, such as the Christian religion or the religions of Judaism and Islam, which are usually expressed through various doctrines or myths.
Spirituality has several definitions, some of which don't require belief, faith, or religion. In the context of Christianity, spirituality usually refers to living the Christian life and to the work of the Holy Spirit in the Christian experience.
Among the topics that would be appropriate for this category are online resources for various ministries and places of worship in Taylor, Michigan.
Christianity is the most common religion in Taylor, and, of the Christian denominations represented in Taylor, the most prominent are the Catholics, Baptists, Lutherans, Methodists, Pentecostals, Presbyterians, Episcopalians, and Mormons, along with other denominations and non-denominational churches. Residents of Taylor who identify with Islam outnumber all but the Catholics and the Baptists.
Regardless of the particular religion, denomination, or sect, places of worship and ministries in Taylor, Michigan are appropriate for this category.
Recommended Resources
Affiliated with Baptist Bible Fellowship International (BBFI), Beacon Baptist Church is an independent local church in the City of Taylor, Michigan. An introductory video is presented, and a statement of purpose is included, along with an introduction to the church's pastors and leadership staff, and an overview of its age-related ministries, men's ministry, women's ministry, and Bible studies. Service times are posted, and services may be attended in-person or via live streaming media.
https://www.thebeaconbaptist.com/
Situated off of Telegraph Road, a block south of Wick Road, in Taylor, Michigan, the Catholic parish's mailing and physical addresses are posted on the site, along with a map, its office telephone number, fax number, office hours, and an online contact form. Mass and confession times, information about streaming mass, staff introductions, church bulletins, and a parish calendar are published on the site. Parish registration, photographs, and an overview of its community services are included.
https://www.stalfredtaylor.org/
The Roman Catholic Church in Taylor, Michigan began in 1966, and its located along Kinyon Road. Its address, phone numbers for the parish church, rectory, and hall, email address, and schedules for weekend, weekday, and Holy day Masses, as well as its religious education and Christian service schedules, a calendar of events, weekly bulletins, and other announcements. Pastors who served the parish since its founding are introduced, and links to other resources are included.
https://www.stconstance.com/
St. Paul United Church of Christ
Organized in 1883, the congregation was originally chartered as St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church. Over the years, it changed affiliations a few times and is currently affiliated with the United Church of Christ. Its history, a visitor's guide, a statement of beliefs, and membership policies are provided, along with a council directory and administrative contacts. Service schedules, a calendar of events, and an overview of its ministries and community outreach programs is included.
https://www.stpaulucctaylor.org/
Meeting at its facilities in Taylor, Michigan, Taylor Christian Church is affiliated with the Assemblies of God denomination. Its location, telephone number, email address, and online contact form are provided, along with service schedules. The church's core values are expressed, and an outline of what can be expected when attending the church for the first time is included. Other resources include a church bulletin, leadership staff introductions, and audio files of past sermons.
https://www.taylorchristianchurch.com/
