Who Are Baptists?
Baptists have a rich and distinctive theological heritage. Four historic Baptist freedoms shape our identity:
Bible Freedom
The Bible is central to the Christian faith. Every Christian has the freedom and right to interpret and apply Scripture under the leadership of the Holy Spirit. This should be informed and nurtured by the congregation and the larger community of faith.
Soul Freedom
We are each accountable to God individually, without anyone standing “in the middle” seeking to control us via creeds, clergy, or government. This personal experience with God is indispensable to the Christian life and necessary for a vital church.
Church Freedom
Baptist churches are free, under the Lordship of Christ, to determine their membership, leadership, doctrine, and practice — sometimes called “the autonomy of the local church.” Individual churches frequently partner with other like-minded churches for fellowship and mission.
Religious Freedom
Everyone should be able to worship (or not) as they feel led, without unnecessary interference by government. By insisting on the freedom to practice our own religion, we recognize that true freedom also includes the freedom to practice differently than we do.
Our Affiliations
Mount Hermon Baptist Church is affiliated with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship (CBF), CBF of Virginia, The Middle District Baptist Association, and the Baptist General Association of Virginia.