Our Story
OVER 21 YEARS OF
PURSUING THE LOST
A family of believers built on presence, Word, and people.
Welcome to RCI
WE LOVE GOD. WE LOVE PEOPLE.
For over 21 years, we have been a family of believers captivated by Jesus and committed to His presence, His Word, and His people.
Here, you'll find a multi-generational, multi-cultural church that worships passionately, loves deeply, and believes God still transforms lives. From Lynchburg to our campuses around the world, we are Reaching As Many Possible with the gospel one soul, one story, one encounter at a time.
The Ramp is more than a church it is a family. Our ministry extends beyond the walls of worship into the streets: through Ramp Global Ministries we operate a full-time home for human sex-trafficking survivors, and we are preparing to open The Refuge on Memorial, set to become Central Virginia's largest low-barrier shelter for the unsheltered.
Whether you're joining us in person or online, our prayer is that you experience the love of Christ, the power of the Holy Spirit, and the embrace of a church family you can call home. Welcome to the Ramp family your seat is already waiting.
What We Believe
OUR FAITH IDENTITY
Non-Denominational
We believe that God is coming back for one church. We believe that one is saved through the finished work of Calvary and not their denominational affiliation. We believe that there are true believers in Christ all across the denominational spectrum.
Pentecostal in Experience
We believe in the experience that the early church had on the day of Pentecost, where they were baptized in the Holy Spirit. We believe that the believer can still experience this today.
Apostolic in Doctrine
We believe in the teaching of Jesus through the Apostles. That means we believe in the deity of Jesus Christ, water baptism in His name, the fivefold ministry, miracles, signs, and wonders. (Acts 2:42)
What Drives Us
MISSION & VISION
Mission Statement
Mission Statement: We exist to pursue the lost and lead them to Christ, to train believers for effective evangelism, to build strong, Christ-centered families, to encourage life in the fullness of God, and to prepare the body of Christ for the Lord’s return.
Our Mission
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To chase after lost souls and lead them to Christ.
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To train believers to do effective evangelism through teaching.
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To encourage believers to experience the fullness of God.
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To prepare the body of Christ for the coming of the Lord!!!
Our Vision
With Jesus front and center, we are strengthening families, discipling believers, equipping the body for Christ’s return, and advancing the Kingdom with a global mission assignment.
What We Stand On
WHAT WE BELIEVE
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The Bible
2 Timothy 3:16-17 — All Scripture is God-breathed and useful for teaching, correction, and training in righteousness.
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Deity of Jesus Christ
John 1:1,14 — The Word was God, and the Word became flesh and dwelt among us.
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Holy Spirit
Acts 2:38 — Receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. We believe in the active presence and power of the Spirit today.
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God
Deuteronomy 6:4 — The Lord our God is one Lord. We believe in the triune nature of God — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
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Baptism
Matthew 28:19 — Go and make disciples, baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
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End Times
1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 — The Lord himself will descend from heaven. We live with expectancy of His return.
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Salvation
John 3:16 — For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son that whoever believes in Him shall have eternal life.
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Holiness
1 Peter 1:16 — Be holy, for I am holy. We pursue a life set apart for God in thought, word, and deed.
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Worship
John 4:24 — God is Spirit, and His worshippers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.
