About Us
We Believe:
• This worship center is a Safe Place of Refuge for God's lost, broken and hurting children to be healed, changed and restored in His image
• Knowing and worshiping God, our Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ, His Son and the Holy Spirit will prepare us to take the Gospel of Jesus to our dying world.
• The Bible teaches that Jesus will return with all His Holy Angels at the appointed time, to rescue us (His earthly children) from this sinful planet and He will take us Home (to Heaven) to live with Him for Eternity. Matthew 28:18-20; John 14:1-3; 1 Thessalonians 4:16
28 Fundamental Beliefs
Seventh-day Adventists accept the Bible as the only source of our beliefs. We consider our movement to be the result of the protestant conviction Sola Scriptura—the Bible as the only standard of faith and practice for Christians.
Currently, Adventists hold 28 fundamental beliefs that can be organized into six categories—the doctrines of God, man, salvation, the church, the Christian life and last day events. In each teaching, God is the architect, who in wisdom, grace and infinite love, is restoring a relationship with humanity that will last for eternity.
Meet Our Team
Getting to Know Independence SDA
Pastor
Anthony Rudalf
Pastor Rudalf’s path to ministry led him through some deep valleys – but there he met Jesus as His Savior and best Friend. Loving and following Jesus allowed him to hear God’s calling him into full-time ministry and he accepted that challenge without any doubt that what God had started in him, He would complete. His passions for the youth (he has 3 of his own) and Community Service makes him a perfect fit for the Independence Church. His ministry is scheduled to begin July 1, 2024.
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Joseph (Joe) VonHolt
Joe has been an Adventist throughout his adult life, giving His life to Jesus when he was 23 years old. He is our “Welcome Ministry” leader, making sure everyone who comes through the door is acknowledged, encouraged and “hugged”. His team makes certain our visitors are well informed as to our “days events”. Joe is a Master Craftsman, has remodeled nearly every corner of our church, built our A/V Sound Booth and our Welcome Center. He is involved in giving Bible Studies in homes as requested.
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David Fletcher
Dave grew up in the Adventist Faith and has remained a faithful member and leader since his youth. He currently serves as an Elder, but also ministers through the A/V Ministry and working with Pathfinders. He teaches Sabbath School occasionally and preaches. He has worked for Advent Health for most of his adult life.
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Karen Beaver
A life-long Adventist, Karen was educated in our schools and has worked throughout her life in many different positions. She is currently responsible for ordering Sabbath School supplies and prepares our weekly bulletins. She is a member of our Praise Team, Prayer Team and has volunteered to be a Bible School instructor.
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Beverly (Bev) VonHolt
Bev joined the Adventist Church in her early 20’s and has been a faithful active part of each church she has belonged to. She currently serves as our Church Administrator (over church board agendas, website, worship service, ministry organization, Bible Correspondence School and "special events") and Treasurer. She teaches a “Building Faith” Sabbath School Class and preaches occasionally.
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13305 Kemper Ave
Independence, MO 64050-1512
Every Saturday
9:45am: Bible Study
11:00am: Worship Service
1:00pm: Intercessory Prayer Ministry
1:00pm: Homeless Ministry
1:00pm: Bible Correspondence School
Every Third Saturday
1:00pm: Fellowship Meal
Wednesdays
6:30pm: Small Groups