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#ChurchVision

“I did not have a vision, but I have a vision. I have a vision that we will be a church that sees what others don't see, That we believe what others may not be able to believe. That we will have the wisdom to know the way and then have the courage to lead the way. That we will have grateful hearts, and we will have courageous faith to believe that god can do immeasurably more than we could ever ask or imagine through the power of Christ. I did not have a vision, but I have a vision that if we build it, they will come. Amen.”

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#LeadByExample

“If Elisha had not seen it first, if he had not believed it first, if he had not acted on it first, it's entirely possible that his servant would not have seen it. His servant would not have believed it. His servant would not have acted on it. In a similar way, when you and I see that God is doing something, if we don't believe it and we don't act on it, then other people are very unlikely to follow us along. If you have the wisdom to know the way, then you must find the courage to lead the way.”

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#GodIsWithUs

“He immediately goes to Elisha, wakes Elisha up, tells him about the situation. Elisha comes outside, looks around, he sees the same thing that the servant sees, but Elisha sees an army of angels outnumbering the enemy. And Elisha says to his servant, do not be afraid. The one who is with us is greater than the one who is against us. And then he prays that the servant may see what Elisha sees.”

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Visiting

When and where are services?
The website says Hilton Baptist holds traditional Sunday services and a monthly informal “Bare Bones” service at **10:00 a.m. on Sundays in the Lloyd Room**. It doesn’t specify the time or location for the traditional services in the information provided. (https://hiltonbaptist.org/blog/)

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What accessibility accommodations are available?
Hilton Baptist Church offers an FM assistive listening system for people who are hard of hearing. Ask an usher at the back of the church for a unit; neckloops are available for hearing aids with t-coils, as well as single- and double-earbud options. For mobility access, the church has accessible parking, an outdoor ramp, and an indoor lift. (https://hiltonbaptist.org/assistive-listening-devices/) (https://hiltonbaptist.org/welcome-visitors/)

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What is the worship format, and does it vary by service?
The format varies: alongside the traditional Sunday services, once a month the church holds a “Bare Bones” service at 10:00 a.m. in the Lloyd Room. It is more relaxed and informal, centered on being together and sharing songs, prayers, and a message from the pastor. The website doesn’t describe the format of the traditional services in detail. (https://hiltonbaptist.org/blog/)

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Can someone attend while exploring Christianity or questioning their beliefs?
Yes—the church’s vision is welcoming to people who are still exploring. Pastor Dan Brown describes a place where people could come, feel they belong and are wanted, and join gatherings where “whoever showed up” could participate. That suggests you don’t need to have everything figured out before attending, though the sermon doesn’t specifically discuss questions or doubts. ([44:41 from November 09, 2026]) ([45:44 from November 09, 2026])

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Where should a first-time visitor park, enter, and check in children?
Park in the back or along the side of the church, using the driveway entrance off Lake Avenue. Enter through either the front or rear entrance; greeters can direct you. Children are welcome in the service, and supervised infant and toddler rooms are available during the service. Ask a greeter for help finding them; the website doesn’t specify a separate children’s check-in process. (https://hiltonbaptist.org/welcome-visitors/)

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Beliefs

What denomination or network does the church belong to?
Hilton Baptist Church belongs to the **American Baptist** tradition. Its website identifies the congregation as American Baptist and describes its beliefs as “As American Baptists, we…” (https://hiltonbaptist.org/as-american-baptists-we-believe/)

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What are its stated core beliefs?
Hilton Baptist Church’s stated core beliefs, as American Baptists, include:

- Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior, and the Bible is divinely inspired and the final written authority for Christian living.
- Local-church autonomy.
- Believers’ baptism by full immersion and open communion.
- Soul freedom and the priesthood of all believers, including women’s full opportunity for leadership and ordained ministry.
- Evangelism and missionary work, religious liberty, cooperation across denominations, and social justice.

(https://hiltonbaptist.org/as-american-baptists-we-believe/)

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How does it practice baptism and communion, and who can participate?
Hilton Baptist practices **believers’ baptism by full immersion**: faith comes first, and baptism is for people spiritually mature enough to understand it as an outward symbol of new life in Christ. Communion is **open to all believers present**; the bread and cup symbolize Christ’s body and blood. For an online service, participants are invited to have bread and juice or wine. (https://hiltonbaptist.org/as-american-baptists-we-believe/) (https://hiltonbaptist.org/online-worship/)

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Who leads the church, and how are leaders accountable?
Hilton Baptist Church is led pastorally by Pastor Dan Brown, and its beliefs describe ministry as shared: all believers are called to serve according to their gifts, while ordained clergy are called to full-time service. (https://hiltonbaptist.org/blog/) (https://hiltonbaptist.org/as-american-baptists-we-believe/)

The church identifies the Bible as the final written authority for Christian life and affirms local-church autonomy—the local church can make and carry out its own policies and programs. However, the information provided does not specify a formal process for holding the pastor or other leaders accountable. (https://hiltonbaptist.org/as-american-baptists-we-believe/)

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Teaching

Which recent sermons would help someone understand the teaching?
A strong place to start is **“If You Build It” (November 8, 2026)**. We teach that faith means trusting what God may be doing, then having the courage to act; the sermon connects this with gratitude and preparing for people who may join the church in the future. ([49:27 from November 09, 2026]) ([52:57 from November 09, 2026]) ([55:44 from November 09, 2026]) The church’s recent sermon listing gives its title and date. (https://hiltonbaptist.org/sermons/)

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How does the church talk about sin, confession and forgiveness?
The church describes sin as both personal and collective, and says Christians believe Jesus died for our sins, forgives them, and “washes us white as snow.” During Lent, it encourages personal atonement and reflection, and sees forgiveness as part of living out the Fruits of the Spirit. It also invites people to consider whether they need to forgive someone or seek forgiveness themselves. The website encourages seeking forgiveness but does not set out a specific practice of confession. (https://hiltonbaptist.org/past-book-reviews/)

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How does the teaching approach community and honesty with others?
We approach community as a place where people are welcomed, included, and able to share life together. In Dan’s vision of a community center, people of different ages and backgrounds could gather for activities, friendship, and worship—and feel that they belong and are wanted. ([44:41 from November 09, 2026])

Honesty means facing the truth about our own choices, accepting responsibility, and taking action rather than making excuses or blaming others. The church website’s discussion of *AHA* describes this as “brutal honesty,” illustrated by the Prodigal Son admitting his wrongdoing and returning to his father. (https://hiltonbaptist.org/past-book-reviews/)

Dan also models candor by openly admitting to the congregation that he had made up the community-center vision and borrowed the “if you build it” idea. ([46:46 from November 09, 2026])

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How does the church approach doubt and suffering?
The church’s materials treat doubt as something that can be faced honestly, not something that must be hidden. A review of *Proof of Heaven* describes a neurosurgeon wrestling with how to reconcile scientific knowledge and belief in God, heaven, and the soul. Another review encourages humility about questions that may not have answers. (https://hiltonbaptist.org/past-book-reviews/)

Suffering is met with an emphasis on God’s grace, hope, and support. A review of *Stained Glass Hearts* describes God’s steadfast love in life’s darkest moments and the possibility of brokenness being mended by grace. In a sermon, we also acknowledge fear in the face of danger: Elisha’s servant panics when surrounded by an enemy army, and Elisha prays for him to see that help is present. ([42:36 from November 09, 2026]) (https://hiltonbaptist.org/past-book-reviews/)

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How does the church approach faith and work?
The church presents faith as something to live out through the gifts and responsibilities people have in everyday life: it teaches that all believers are called to minister according to their God-given gifts, while ordained clergy serve full time. It also describes Christians as called to bring the Good News into society’s institutions and to respond to human need. (https://hiltonbaptist.org/as-american-baptists-we-believe/)

On workplace life specifically, a church book review highlights the *Fish!* philosophy: choose a positive attitude, enjoy the work, make others’ day, and be present. The review values its practical lessons in teamwork and working toward a common purpose, though it does not present them as a formal church doctrine. (https://hiltonbaptist.org/past-book-reviews/)

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Is an answer based on an official statement or an interpretation of sermons?
It is an interpretation of the sermon, not an official church statement. In the sermon, Pastor Dan Brown explicitly says he did **not** actually have a vision from God about building a community center; he then presents a broader vision for the church as an aspiration. (#!!46:46 <5es7jMpEyBc>!!) The website material provided lists sermons and an archive, but does not present that vision as an official church statement. (https://hiltonbaptist.org/sermon-archive/)

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Community

Are there groups or introductory gatherings open to newcomers?
Yes. Hilton Baptist Church holds a monthly “Bare Bones” worship service at 10:00 a.m. on Sundays in the Lloyd Room. It’s described as more relaxed and informal than the traditional services, and newcomers are welcome to take part. The website doesn’t list a separate newcomer group or orientation gathering. (https://hiltonbaptist.org/blog/)

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Can someone join groups or volunteer before becoming a member?
The church welcomes volunteers, and its website does not state that membership is required. For example, it invites people to help with fundraising and Caring Cooks. It doesn’t specify whether nonmembers can join those groups, so contact the church office to confirm. (https://hiltonbaptist.org/missions/)

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Who can answer a question the published information doesn't resolve?
Dan, the pastor, is the person to ask; he identifies himself as the pastor in a sermon. ([47:50 from November 09, 2026])

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