ABOUT US // Frequently Asked Questions
1. What kind of church is Vista?
Vista is a casual (in dress), contemporary (in worship style), non-denominational, Bible teaching, community church. At Vista we are committed to following Jesus, and therefore we have a high value for both grace and truth. (our statement of faith)
2. Is Vista a part of a denomination or Christian organization?
Vista is not a part of any denomination, but is related to several independent, non-denominational churches here in Orlando, including Orlando Community Church (downtown), Northland Community Church (Longwood), and Circle Community Church (Maitland).
3. There are a lot of different kind of "Christians." How would you describe the people at Vista?
Vista is made up of people from all over Southeast Orlando from Waterford to Conway, Rio Pinar to Vista Lakes and Lake Nona. We are a growing group of believers that is learning what it means to love God with all of our heart, soul, mind and strength, and to love our neighbor as ourselves. Vista is a church where it doesn't matter so much where you are spiritually, but where you want to go.
4. Will vista be right for me?
Vista is not a "church" the way most people think of church. Mostly, we're a community of friends and neighbors, an extended family if you will, with members from all kinds of backgrounds, interests, and vocations. At Vista you're allowed to be honest about where you are in life. You're not expected to have it all together. It's a safe place where vulnerability, and straightforward spirituality, are valued and encouraged. Our one desire is that you, and those you love, would connect with God, his family, and his purpose for your life.
5. What is Vista's history?
We held our first worship service in February of 1992 with a rented facility, some donated equipment and a handful of people. Our single purpose was to establish a community church for Southeast Orlando. Our first home was the Hand 'N Hand childcare center in the LeeVista Center. By 1995 we outgrew that facility and moved to Conway Elementary School. In 1999 God brought Van Fielden to Vista to serve as our new lead Pastor. The fall of 2000 brought our move to Deerwood Elementary School as a way to better position ourselves to reach Southeast Orlando. Most recently as of March of 2007, we moved into our current facilities on Chickasaw Tr.
6. What is Vista's mission?
In a word… "Community"
In a phrase... "Connecting People with God in Jesus Christ."
"Connecting people…
God has called us to reach out to the people of Southeast Orlando who are disconnected from authentic Christian community, and to invite them to be a part of what He is doing at Vista. This includes those who are un-churched, de-churched, and dead-churched. God's central desire is to call people into community with Himself, and each other
.…with God…
We connect people with God by providing an environment where people can respond to God call on their lives as they seek Him, worship Him, follow Jesus, serve others, and make disciples. (more)
…in Jesus
Christ Jesus answered, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you really knew me, you would know my Father as well."
John 14:6-7