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Anchor Community Church

"Anchored in Grace. Rooted in Community."

Anchor Community Church in Fort Wayne is a welcoming family of believers passionate about bringing light and life to their neighborhood, offering a safe place to belong, grow, and live out God's love together.

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Sundays — 10:00 AM

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1529 3rd St, Fort Wayne, IN 46808

Parking and accessible entry available.

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Anchor Church is a warm, authentic community in the city, dedicated to bringing light and life to families and neighbors through following Jesus Christ. No matter your past, you’re welcome here, and the team aims to make every visit an enjoyable experience.
Home for Everyone
Anchor Church is a casual, Christ-centered community that welcomes people of all ages, backgrounds, and walks of life. It’s a safe place for healing, growth, and sharing the love of Jesus, built on a foundation of faith, hope, and love.
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Email: info@anchorcommunitychurch.org

Phone: (260) 422-2724

Address: 1529 3rd St, Fort Wayne, IN 46808

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Plan Your Visit

We'd love to meet you! Here's what to expect on a Sunday and how to find us.

Sundays — 10:00 AM

Worship Gathering

1529 3rd St, Fort Wayne, IN 46808

Parking and accessible entry available.

What time do you meet?
10 a.m. every Sunday.
Do you live-stream your services?
Yes, you can find a link to our live-stream here. We also have links to previously recorded services on our YouTube channel.
Where do we meet?
We meet at 1529 3rd street, Fort Wayne IN 46808. Our building is on the corner of 3rd and Schilling. Look for our signs. Parking lot is in the back. Here’s a link to Google Maps. We are in the center of our neighborhood, so you may need to check directions.
Where do I park?
Our parking lot is behind the church and accessed off of Schilling Avenue. You are welcome to park on the street as well. There is limited parking and an access ramp in front of the church on Third Street for those with mobility concerns.
What should I wear?
We are casual—more casual than most churches. A few dress up, some come from the campground smelling like a campfire. All are welcome. We care about you, not what you are wearing.
What kind of people go to Anchor?
A diverse group, liberal and conservative, young and old, rich and poor… mostly people who don’t have it all together. You’ll find people who are friendly and warm. People who struggle with life and doubt. People who grew up in church, and people checking out church for the first time.
  • Sit on both sides of the political aisle.
  • Agree to disagree on some things.
  • Are on a journey to understand ourselves, our Lord, and the world around us.
  • Admit our doubts, confess our failures, and work on our shortcomings.
  • Like to have fun and fellowship.
  • Desire true community, growing closer to Jesus and to one another.
  • Think the Bible is fascinating, inspiring, and sometimes confusing.
  • Want to make a difference by bringing hope and healing locally and abroad.
    • What do you have for me and/or my family?
    From adults to kids, you are important to us. We offer age-appropriate ministries for kids and students during Sunday service. You’ll also find Bible studies, special events, and groups for men and women. See our Calendar for more information.
    What about kids?
    We like ’em! You should bring them! Kids are welcome to participate in worship as they are able. We offer a nursery for ages 0–4 and a children’s class during the last half of service. Elementary-age kids enjoy activities and songs centered on Bible stories. MS/HS Youth meet downstairs after singing with everyone in the sanctuary. *All youth and children’s workers attend child-safety training and have background checks.
    Do you care about others?
    Yes, we do. Locally we support Redemption House, Lexi’s Voice, Community Harvest, Neighborlink, and Associated Churches. We also support missionaries and UBGlobal. We volunteer and give financially to local and global ministries.
    Is the pastor good looking?
    Well… his wife and his mother think so.
    Do you have coffee?
    Absolutely. We have coffee, tea, and a few snacks each morning.
    How long is your worship service?
    We start at 10am and finish around 11:15am.
    What kind of music do you have?
    Contemporary worship with guitar, bass, and drums. We’re not afraid to try new songs or play a hymn when it fits worship.
    What's your worship service like?
    We’re rooted in Scripture, prayer, worship, and sacraments like Communion and Baptism. We engage people, not just have them watch. We’re honest about our shortcomings and celebrate God’s grace.
    What is Sermon Sequel?
    After the sermon, the pastor moderates a discussion for the church to share thoughts on the message, Scripture, and God’s work in their lives.
    Additional Questions?
    Email our ministry assistant, Stephanie, at Stephanie@anchorpeople.org. She will be happy to help.

    Contact Us

    We'd love to hear from you! Reach out with questions, prayer requests, or to learn more about our church.

    Get in Touch

    Address:
    1529 3rd St
    Fort Wayne, IN 46808

    Phone:
    (260) 422-2724

    Email:
    info@anchorcommunitychurch.org

    Service Times:
    Sundays at 10:00 AM

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    Pastor

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    Pastor Kevin & Tia
    Lead Pastor & First Lady

    Kevin is Anchor’s Pastor. Kevin has been on staff at Anchor since 2013 and was appointed as our pastor in 2016. He has served in a variety of ministries for 25 years. He and his lovely wife Tia are busy raising two teens, Zoe and Trey.Tia leads our Sunday Morning Tech Team. Tia and Kevin met at Huntington University. She is employed at Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company.

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    Stephanie
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    Bob
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    Jon
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    Gloria
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    Michelle Harris
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    Melanie Neeley
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    Our Beliefs

    What we believe about God, Scripture, and the Christian faith.

    God
    We believe in the one True God, maker of heaven and earth. We believe that God is three-in-one: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
    Jesus Christ, the Son
    We believe in Jesus Christ; that He is fully God and fully man; that He became incarnate by the power of the Holy Spirit and was born of the Virgin Mary. He is the Savior and Mediator of all who place full faith in Him and accept the grace He offers. We believe Jesus suffered and died on the cross for us, was buried, arose again on the third day, ascended into heaven, and now sits at the right hand of God to intercede for us. He shall come again at the last day to judge the living and the dead.
    The Holy Spirit
    We believe in the Holy Spirit; that He is equal in being with the Father and the Son, and that He comforts the faithful, and guides them into all truth.
    Humanity
    We are made in the image of God, created to care for the Earth and to live in communion with God. Mankind rebelled against God, bringing sin and death into the world. We cannot obtain salvation by our own efforts; rather, we must have faith in Jesus Christ, true repentance, forgiveness of sins, and a life that seeks to follow the ways of Jesus Christ.
    The Holy Bible
    We believe that the Holy Bible, Old and New Testaments, is the Word of God; that it contains the only true way to our salvation; that every true Christian is bound to acknowledge and receive it with the influence of the Spirit of God as the only rule and guide.
    Salvation
    Salvation is a gift to humanity. As people who are dead in our sins, we are unable to connect with our holy God and unworthy to enter Heaven. On the cross, Jesus voluntarily took the punishment for our sins, paying our debt, and reconciling us to the Lord. Salvation is obtained by grace through faith in Christ alone, not by works.
    Baptism and Communion
    We believe that baptism and remembering the sufferings of our Lord Jesus Christ in communion should be practiced by all Christian churches. Our denomination allows flexibility regarding the manner in which baptism and communion are practiced. At Anchor, we offer baptism to professing believers. We share Communion together typically on alternating Sundays.
    Marriage, social issues, and others
    Marriage, social issues, and many others are covered in our denomination’s book of Discipline. Follow this link, for more complete statements on our theology and beliefs.
    We Support
    UBGlobal, Redemption House, Lexi's Voice, NeighborLink, Associated Churches, and more.

    Where We Fit

    About the UB Denomination
    We are Christian, and we are Orthodox.

    Within Christianity, there are groups that hold the traditional, orthodox theological doctrines–and there are cults, which hold some beliefs which are far from orthodox. We are definitely orthodox.
    We are Protestant
    The orthodox churches can be divided into Catholic and Protestant. We are part of the wide variety of Protestant denominations.
    We are Evangelical
    Protestant denominations fall along a continuum with fundamentalist groups to one side, and liberal groups to the other. Traditionally evangelicals held to the middle ground. However, in recent years the label of evangelical has taken on a wide variety of meanings. At this level, the labels begin getting blurry.
    We are (mostly) Arminian Theologically
    Evangelical churches can be divided into three theological strains: Lutheran, Arminian, and Calvinist. While we are a predominantly Arminian denomination, ministers and members with Calvinist or Lutheran leanings are also welcome in the U.B. family.

    As our Discipline states, “The church’s historic position has been to stand firm on biblical absolutes, allow freedom where the Bible allows freedom, and maintain unity when disagreements arise.”
    Three Enduring Commitments
    Throughout our history, the United Brethren in Christ have been characterized by commitments to the Gospel, to Unity, and to Mission.

    Gospel- We are committed to being spiritually alive in Christ.

    Unity- We are committed to being relationally connected to one another.

    Mission- We are committed to being missionally engaged with the world.
    Who We Are
    The Church of the United Brethren in Christ, USA, consists of about 200 churches and other ministries in the United States. We are part of an international United Brethren fellowship which includes around 560 churches in 18 countries. The US national office and the UB Global missions headquarters are located in Huntington, IN.

    We trace our beginning to 1767 outside Lancaster PA, when a Mennonite evangelist and a German Reformed preacher began working together. Despite many differences in belief and practice, they realized they agreed on the need for a life-changing conversion experience.

    We are Kingdom-minded. Non-legalistic. Bible-centered. Loving.
    Interesting Notes about U.B. (United Brethren)
    We were the first denomination to begin in America, rather than be transplanted from Europe. We were one of the first denominations to take a strong stand against slavery, clear back in 1821. Our colleges have always admitted women and minorities.

    We don’t get hung up on worship styles, methods of baptism, end times scenarios, Bible versions, and a lot of other issues. We stick to the core of the Gospel, desiring unity amidst diversity.
    Most of our churches in the U.S. are located in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan.

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