Rock Springs Church, Make Heaven Bigger by Caring Better. If you would like weekly updates about what is happening at Rock Springs, subscribe to our weekly emails below OR download our Church App! MAKE HEAVEN BIGGER BY CARING BETTER NEW HERE? HOW WE CARE SERVICE TIMES SUNDAY SERVICE: 11:00 AM SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES: 9:30 AM WEDNESDAY NIGHT GROUPS: 7:00 PM Address: 219 Rock Springs Road Milner Ga 30257 (770) 229-8663 WHAT TO EXPECT This location shares a campus with the original Rock Springs Church and is located just across the parking lot. Our facility is state of the art and the worship experience is second to none! Here you will find a more contemporary style of worship and engaging Biblical teaching. Get here early and stop by our hospitality area for free coffee and breakfast. We would love to see you Sunday at 11! BIBLICAL TEACHING Thought-provoking and engaging messages based on the Bible are brought to you live via a large screen. SERMON ARCHIVE WORSHIP A contemporary worship style that offers you the opportunity to worship freely as you feel moved. RS WORSHIP COMMUNITY Imperfect people who care for you - who are interested in your daily life. There are so many different groups that you can be a part of. MORE ABOUT GROUPS BROWSE EVENTS LIFE IS BETTER TOGETHER! Make Lifelong Friends. Have Fun. Grow Together. JOIN A SMALL GROUP TODAY BRANCH STAFF Dr. Benny Tate Senior Pastor Trey Varner Branch Campus Pastor SEE FULL STAFF

Rock Springs Church, Make Heaven Bigger by Caring Better. If you would like weekly updates about what is happening at Rock Springs, subscribe to our weekly emails below OR download our Church App! MAKE HEAVEN BIGGER BY CARING BETTER NEW HERE? HOW WE CARE SERVICE TIMES SUNDAY SERVICES: 8:00 A M 9:30 AM 11:00 AM SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES: 9:30AM 11AM WEDNESDAY NIGHT GROUPS: 7:00 PM Address: 219 Rock Springs Road Milner Ga 30257 (770) 229-8663 ABOUT This location is where it all began and is located in Milner. Since 1852, we have grown and expanded our campus as God continues to bless our church! Here you will find a blended style of worship with a band and a choir, a welcoming atmosphere, and engaging Biblical teaching from our pastor live. Get here early for the best parking and seats. We would love to see you Sunday at one of our three service times! We encourage you to come early for the best parking spots and seats. Come as you are! No matter what question you might have, just ask. Our volunteer team is here to help you get settled. Our team wants to make this a great experience for you. If it's your first time, plan a visit with us! WHAT TO EXPECT This location shares a campus with the original Rock Springs Church and is located just across the parking lot. Our facility is state of the art and the worship experience is second to none! Here you will find a more contemporary style of worship and engaging Biblical teaching. Get here early and stop by our hospitality area for free coffee and breakfast. We would love to see you Sunday at 11! BIBLICAL TEACHING Thought-provoking and engaging messages based on the Bible are brought to you live by our pastor, Dr. Benny Tate. SERMON ARCHIVE WORSHIP A blend of music that creates a full worship experience with a band and a choir. This style offers you the opportunity to worship freely as you feel moved. RS WORSHIP COMMUNITY Imperfect people who care for you - who are interested in your daily life. There are so many different groups that you can be a part of. MORE ABOUT GROUPS LIFE IS BETTER TOGETHER! Make Lifelong Friends. Have Fun. Grow Together. JOIN A SMALL GROUP TODAY MILNER STAFF Dr. Benny Tate Senior Pastor Cameron Shiflett Executive Pastor SEE FULL STAFF

YA is the best place to be all year! SERVICE TIMES MILNER CAMPUS: Thursdays at 7:00 PM @ The Branch Sunday School at 9:30 AM @ The Branch | Room 210 ADDRESS: 219 Rock Springs Road Milner Ga 30257 MACON CAMPUS : Tuesdays at 7:00 PM ADDRESS: 1415 Bass Road Macon, Ga 31210 WHAT TO EXPECT OUR YOUNG ADULTS MINISTRY IS A PLACE WHERE YOU CAN CONNECT WITH PEOPLE WHO ARE WALKING THROUGH THE SAME SEASON OF LIFE. HERE YOU'LL FIND ENCOURAGEMENT, SUPPORT, AND REAL RELATIONSHIPS WITH PEOPLE WHO UNDERSTAND WHERE YOU ARE. OUR GOAL IS TO LIVE LIFE TOGETHER WHILE POINTING EACH OTHER TOWARDS JESUS - COME HANG OUT WITH US!! Questions? Dr. Benny Tate Senior Pastor Mac Barton Young Adults Pastor Contact us

SERVICE TIMES MILNER CAMPUS: Sundays at 8 AM | 9:30 AM | 11 AM Wednesdays at 7:00 PM @ RS Kids Building ADDRESS: 219 Rock Springs Road Milner Ga 30257 MACON CAMPUS : Sundays at 11 AM Sunday School at 9 AM Wednesdays at 7:00 PM ADDRESS: 1415 Bass Road Macon, Ga 31210 RS KIDS PRESCHOOL Where kids learn and grow together! Learn More JOY MINISTRY Describe one of your services Read More BABY DEDICATION Schedule a baby dedication or ask questions. Schedule a Dedication BIRTHDAY PARTIES Our facility is perfect for parties. Learn more about how we make parties easy. Learn More ABOUT Our goal is to help children learn about who Jesus is on their level. We do that by building relationships with them, being examples for them, and teaching them God’s Word. We would love the opportunity to partner with you to help your child grow! Our kids' services help them to learn about Jesus on their level while also preparing them for what they can expect in regular service after elementary school. They experience worship, a message, offering, prayer, and many elements of a regular service that is age-appropriate for them! WHAT TO EXPECT SAFETY Safety is a top priority and we do not take that lightly. When you drop your child off you can rest assured that your child is safe. CARE One way that we teach children about Jesus is by showing them through the way we care about them. FUN Take one look at our facility and you'll know what we mean. We believe that learning about Jesus should be fun! Questions? Dr. Benny Tate Senior Pastor Tommy Holton RS Kids Pastor Contact us

Fuse is the best place to be all year! SERVICE TIMES MILNER CAMPUS: Wednesdays at 7:00 PM @ The Branch Sunday School at 9:30 AM @ The Branch ADDRESS: 219 Rock Springs Road Milner Ga 30257 MACON CAMPUS : Wednesdays at 7:00 PM ADDRESS: 1415 Bass Road Macon, Ga 31210 WHAT TO EXPECT EXCITEMENT Here at Fuse, we want students to be engaged and one way we do that is by providing an atmosphere of excitement! We are always offering different events and activities for students to be a part of! COMMUNITY A term that we use a lot around here is #FUSEFAM because we believe our youth group should be like a family! When you come to Fuse, you can expect to meet other students who want to get to know you! CARE At Rock Springs we believe that our care is what sets us apart! That's why it is so important to us to have engaged volunteers who genuinely care about students and help them grow in their walk with God! We believe we have the best "Dream Team" in the world! Questions? Dr. Benny Tate Senior Pastor Zach Anderson Student Pastor Dalton Gore Assistant Student Pastor Benjamin Poole Student Pastor - Macon Campus Contact us

As a church, our mission is to make heaven bigger by caring better. To care better, we aim to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported. We strive to meet the physical and emotional needs of our community through various programs and events, such as food banks, counseling services, and support groups. We also prioritize spiritual growth and offer opportunities for Bible study, worship, and prayer... WHAT WE BELIEVE OUR VISION Make Heaven bigger by caring better. OUR MISSION Help people Know God, Come Together, Discover Purpose, and Make a Difference. OUR VALUES Knowing God and making Him known. Excellence in all that is done for Christ. Being known for exceptional care. Living out grace and generosity daily. A Confession of Faith and Practice These statements express the essential convictions of our church. They summarize what we believe the Bible teaches about God, humanity, salvation, and the life of faith. Our aim is to hold these truths with conviction and grace — standing firm on the essentials while walking in love with all who call on the name of Jesus Christ. Above all, we seek to glorify God, proclaim His truth, and lead people into a growing relationship with Him. I. God — His Nature and Revelation 1. The Nature and Attributes of God 2. The Trinity: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit 3. Jesus Christ — The Son of God 4. The Holy Spirit — God’s Presence and Power 5. The Bible: God’s Word Read All II. Humanity — Our Condition and Redemption 6. Humanity and Sin 7. Repentance and Forgiveness 8. Salvation in Christ 9. The Blood of Christ and Atonement 10.Grace and Faith 11.Sanctification and Holiness Read All III. The Church — God’s People and Purpose 12. The Church, Mission, and Eternity 13. Baptism and the Lord’s Supper 14. Worship and Prayer 15. The Gifts and Fruit of the Spirit Read All IV. The Spiritual Realm — Angels, Demons, and Warfare 16. Angels and Demons 17. Satan 18. Spiritual Warfare Read All V. God’s Design — Family, Life, and Society 19. Marriage, Family, and Sexuality 20. The Sanctity of Life 21. Human Identity and Dignity Read All VI. Justice, Community, and Culture 22. Race, Justice, and Gospel Unity 23. The Role of the Church in Culture 24. Compassion and Mercy 25. Love and Unity in the Church Read All VII. The World — Our Stewardship and Witness 26. Creation, Stewardship, and the Environment 27. Justice, Poverty, and the Value of Work 28. Wealth, Possessions, and Generosity 29. Tithes and Offerings 30. Science, Technology, and Faith 31. Christ, Government, and Politics 32. Religious Liberty and Freedom of Conviction Read All VIII. God’s Plan — Sovereignty, Israel, and the End of All Things 33. Sovereignty of God and Human Free Will 34. Israel and the Nations 35. The Rapture and the Tribulation 36. The Millennial Reign of Christ Read All IX. Our Response — Love, Mission, and Discipleship 37. The Great Commandment and the Great Commission Read All We are a part of the Congregational Methodist Denomination. Want to dig deeper? MORE ABOUT OUR DENOMINATION CAN WE PRAY FOR YOU? PRAYER REQUEST

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< BACK TO OUTLINE Previous Next I. God — His Nature and Revelation 1. The Nature and Attributes of God We believe God is infinite, eternal, and unchanging in His nature and character. He is all-knowing, all-powerful, and ever-present. God is holy, righteous, just, and true — yet also loving, gracious, and merciful. His wisdom is perfect, His purposes unshakable, and His glory fills the heavens and the earth. Everything He does flows from who He is. Scripture References: Exodus 34:6-7; Psalm 90:2; Isaiah 40:28; James 1:17 Expanded Explanation: God’s nature stands at the center of everything we believe. All of creation exists because of who He is, not simply what He does. Scripture calls Him I AM WHO I AM (Exodus 3:14), revealing His self-existence and independence from all created things. Unlike humanity, who changes and grows, God’s character never shifts. His holiness reveals His utter purity and moral perfection, while His love expresses His desire for relationship and redemption. These attributes do not compete within Him; they coexist in perfect harmony. To know God rightly is to worship Him deeply. When believers see His majesty in creation (Psalm 19:1) and His compassion in salvation (John 3:16), they begin to trust that His ways are always good—even when not understood. Studying His attributes strengthens faith, reshapes our view of the world, and calls us to reflect His character in how we live (1 Peter 1:15-16). 2. The Trinity: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit We believe in one God who exists eternally as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit — three distinct persons, equal in divinity and purpose, united in perfect love. The Father is the source of all creation and the author of salvation. The Son, Jesus Christ, is fully God and fully man, who came to reveal the Father, redeem humanity, and reign forever as Lord. The Holy Spirit is the promised Helper who convicts of sin, gives new life, and empowers believers to live in holiness and truth. Scripture References: Matthew 28:19; John 1:1-3, 14; 2 Corinthians 13:14; Ephesians 4:4-6 Expanded Explanation: The doctrine of the Trinity reveals the mystery of the one true God who exists eternally in three Persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Though the word Trinity does not appear in Scripture, the truth is woven throughout it. In Genesis 1:26, God says, “Let Us make man in Our image,” hinting at divine plurality within unity. At Jesus’ baptism (Matthew 3:16-17), the Father speaks, the Son is baptized, and the Spirit descends—all present and distinct, yet one God. Each Person of the Trinity participates in our redemption: the Father plans salvation (Ephesians 1:3-6), the Son accomplishes it through His death and resurrection (John 19:30), and the Spirit applies it to believers’ hearts (Titus 3:5-6). Understanding this harmony leads us to humility and worship. The Trinity shows that God Himself is relational; 3. Jesus Christ — The Son of God We believe that Jesus Christ is the eternal Son of God, fully divine and fully human. Conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary, He lived a sinless life, revealed the Father’s heart and truth, and willingly gave His life as the perfect sacrifice for our sins. He rose bodily from the dead, ascended to heaven, and now reigns at the right hand of the Father as Lord of all. He is the only Savior and mediator between God and humanity, and He will one day return to judge the living and the dead and to establish His eternal kingdom. Scripture references: John 1:1–14; Luke 1:30–35; 1 Corinthians 15:3–4; Acts 1:9–11; Philippians 2:5–11; 1 Timothy 2:5; Revelation 19:11–16 Expanded Explanation We believe that Jesus Christ is the eternal Word made flesh—the second Person of the Trinity who was with God in the beginning and is Himself fully God (John 1:1–3). Conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary (Luke 1:30–35; Matthew 1:18–23), He became truly human while remaining fully divine, revealing the fullness of God’s nature (Colossians 2:9). Jesus lived a sinless life and perfectly obeyed the Father’s will (Hebrews 4:15; John 14:9). Through His death on the cross, He bore our sins, satisfying divine justice and reconciling us to God (Isaiah 53:5–6; Romans 5:8–11; 2 Corinthians 5:21). He rose bodily from the grave on the third day, conquering sin and death (Luke 24:1–7; 1 Corinthians 15:3–8), and later ascended into heaven, where He now reigns at the Father’s right hand as Lord and intercessor for His people (Acts 1:9–11; Romans 8:34; Ephesians 1:20–23). Salvation is found in Christ alone, for there is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12; John 14:6). All who trust in Him receive forgiveness and eternal life (John 3:16; Romans 10:9–10). We also affirm that Jesus will return in glory to judge the living and the dead (Matthew 24:30–31; 2 Timothy 4:1). On that day, every wrong will be made right, and all wickedness will be judged in righteousness (Revelation 20:11–15). Those who belong to Him will enter eternal joy (Revelation 21:1–4), while those who reject Him will face eternal separation from God (2 Thessalonians 1:7–10; Matthew 25:31–46). His return will destroy evil once and for all (Revelation 19:11–16) and establish His everlasting kingdom of righteousness and peace—the blessed hope of all believers (Titus 2:13). 4. The Holy Spirit — God’s Presence and Power We believe the Holy Spirit is the third Person of the Trinity—fully God, co-equal and co-eternal with the Father and the Son. He convicts the world of sin, regenerates those who believe, and dwells within every follower of Christ. The Spirit empowers believers for holy living, bestows spiritual gifts, and guides the Church in truth and mission. Scripture references: Genesis 1:2; John 14:16–17; John 16:7–15; Acts 1:8; Romans 8:9–16; 1 Corinthians 12:4–11; Galatians 5:22–25 Expanded Explanation We believe the Holy Spirit is the divine presence of God—co-equal with the Father and the Son (Matthew 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14). He was active in creation (Genesis 1:2), inspired the Scriptures (2 Peter 1:21), and continues God’s work in the world today. The Spirit convicts the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment (John 16:7–8), draws people to Christ, and brings new life through regeneration (Titus 3:5–6). He dwells within every believer, sealing them as God’s own and producing spiritual fruit that reflects the character of Jesus (Romans 8:9–11; Galatians 5:22–25). The Holy Spirit empowers believers for holy living and bold witness (Acts 1:8), gives spiritual gifts for the building up of the Church (1 Corinthians 12:4–11; Ephesians 4:11–13), and guides God’s people into all truth (John 16:13). He comforts, teaches, and intercedes according to the will of God (John 14:26; Romans 8:26–27). The Spirit’s presence is the guarantee of our salvation and the power behind the Church’s mission (Ephesians 1:13–14). Through Him, believers are transformed, the gospel advances, and Christ is glorified in all things. 5. The Bible: God’s Word We believe the Bible is the inspired Word of God, written by human authors under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is completely true and trustworthy, revealing God’s character, His plan of salvation, and His will for how we should live. The Old and New Testaments together tell one story of redemption centered on Jesus Christ. Therefore, Scripture is our final authority for faith and practice, living and active to teach, correct, and equip God’s people for every good work. Scripture References: 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Psalm 119:105; Hebrews 4:12; 2 Peter 1:20-21 Expanded Explanation: The Bible is not merely a collection of ancient writings—it is the living voice of God speaking through human authors. The Holy Spirit inspired every word, ensuring that what they wrote was both fully divine and fully human in expression. Jesus Himself affirmed the authority of Scripture (Matthew 5:17-18) and used it as His defense against temptation (Matthew 4:1-11). All of Scripture points to Christ (Luke 24:27), weaving one continuous story of redemption from Genesis to Revelation. Because it is God-breathed (2 Timothy 3:16), the Bible carries divine power to transform hearts and renew minds. It teaches us who God is, exposes sin, offers grace, and equips believers to live faithfully in every generation. In a world filled with shifting opinions, God’s Word remains the unchanging standard of truth. 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Fuse is the best place to be all year! SERVICE TIMES MILNER CAMPUS: Wednesdays at 7:00 PM @ The Branch Sunday School at 9:30 AM @ The Branch ADDRESS: 219 Rock Springs Road Milner Ga 30257 MACON CAMPUS : Wednesdays at 7:00 PM ADDRESS: 1415 Bass Road Macon, Ga 31210 WHAT TO EXPECT EXCITEMENT Here at Fuse, we want students to be engaged and one way we do that is by providing an atmosphere of excitement! We are always offering different events and activities for students to be a part of! COMMUNITY A term that we use a lot around here is #FUSEFAM because we believe our youth group should be like a family! When you come to Fuse, you can expect to meet other students who want to get to know you! CARE At Rock Springs we believe that our care is what sets us apart! That's why it is so important to us to have engaged volunteers who genuinely care about students and help them grow in their walk with God! We believe we have the best "Dream Team" in the world! Questions? Dr. Benny Tate Senior Pastor Zach Anderson Student Pastor Dalton Gore Assistant Student Pastor Benjamin Poole Student Pastor - Macon Campus Contact us