Our Vision and Culture
Why we Exist:
Our Purpose
At Platform Church Manchester, we exist to live out the Great Commandment and the Great Commission—loving God wholeheartedly (Matthew 22:37), loving others authentically (Matthew 22:39), and making disciples who transform the world (Mark 16:15).
The Outcomes you can expect
- C – Connection: Deepening our relationship with God & others.
- S – Success: Personal growth, purpose, and Kingdom advancement.
- I – Impact: Transforming lives and the world around us.
Where we’re going:
Our Vision
Transforming Lives, One Life at a time.
To fulfil this vision, we live W.I.D.E.R.
Worship – Honouring God with Spirit-filled devotion.
Invite – Reaching Manchester with love and truth.
Disciple – Growing faith, character, and purpose.
Embrace – Building authentic community.
Reach – Serving with impact, locally and globally.
Who we are:
Our distinctive Culture and Behaviours.
These are our standards — clear, practical commitments that shape how we live, serve, and grow together, measurable in both attitude and action.
- We are not waiting to be seen — we are the platform.
- We are not searching for purpose — we are carriers of it.
- We are not just building a church — we are building generational legacies of faith, freedom, and influence.
We value P.L.A.T.F.O.R.M.
Driven by mission
(P)urpose: We exist to help people discover and live God’s purpose. Everything we do is intentional, mission-driven, and designed to glorify Him while impacting our world.
Stronger together
(L)everage: We multiply impact through connection. By sharing gifts, networks, and resources, we empower one another to achieve more together than we could alone.
Real over polished
(A)uthenticity: We value honesty over hype. No masks, no pretense—just real people, real faith, and real growth in a safe, grace-filled community.
Change that lasts
(T)ransformation: We don’t settle for information; we pursue transformation. Visible, lasting life change happens as people follow Jesus and walk deliberate pathways of growth.
Boldly believing
(F)aith: We dream big, pray bold, and take risks that stretch us. Faith is not passive belief but daring action rooted in God’s promises.
Love in action
(O)utreach: We exist for those not here yet. From our neighbours in Stretford to nations abroad, we share Christ’s love in word and action.
Timeless yet timely
(R)elevance: We keep the timeless truth of the Gospel timely. Our messages, methods, and ministries meet real people in real life with hope that works.
Leaders who multiply
(M)ultiplication: We invest in leaders who invest in others. Growth isn’t addition—it’s multiplication of disciples, ministries, and churches that change communities for Christ.
What we Believe:
Our Statement of Faith
What do we believe?
In essentials, unity. In non-essentials, liberty. In all things, charity.
Here are a list of our Essential beliefs.
About God: We believe God is Creator and Ruler of all, eternally revealed as Father, Son, and Spirit—three in one, co-equal, worthy of worship and love.
Genesis 1:1,26,27; 3:22 | Psalm 90:2 | Matthew 28:19 | 1 Peter 1:2 | 2 Corinthians 13:14
About Jesus Christ: We believe Jesus Christ is God’s Son, fully divine and fully human. He lived sinlessly, died for our sins, rose again, and will return as King and Lord.
Matthew 1:22,23 | Isaiah 9:6 | John 1:1-5, 14:10-30 | Hebrews 4:14,15 | 1 Corinthians 15:3,4 | Romans 1:3,4 | Acts 1:9-11 | 1 Timothy 6:14,15 | Titus 2:13
About The Holy Spirit: We believe the Holy Spirit lives in every believer from salvation, empowering us, guiding us in truth, producing godly fruit, and enabling us to live under His control.
2 Corinthians 3:17 | John 16:7-13, 14:16,17 | Acts 1:8 | 1 Corinthians 2:12, 3:16 | Ephesians 1:13 | Galatians 5:25 | Ephesians 5:1
About The Bible: We believe the Bible is God’s inspired, authoritative Word, fully true and trustworthy. It teaches us what to believe and how to live as followers of Jesus.
2 Timothy 3:16 | 2 Peter 1:20,21 | 2 Timothy 1:13 | Psalm 119:105,160, 12:6 | Proverbs 30:5
About Man: We believe every person is made in God’s image, created for His glory, yet separated by sin. Only through Christ can we be restored into His likeness.
Genesis 1:27 | Psalm 8:3-6 | Isaiah 53:6a | Romans 3:23 | Isaiah 59:1,2
About Salvation: We believe salvation is God’s free gift, received only through faith in Jesus Christ. Good works cannot save us; eternal life begins the moment we trust Him.
Romans 6:23 | Ephesians 2:8,9 | John 14:6, 1:12 | Titus 3:5 | Galatians 3:26 | Romans 5:1
About Baptisms: We believe water baptism is an act of obedience that publicly declares faith in Jesus Christ, and that baptism in the Holy Spirit empowers believers for bold witness and fruitful service.
Matthew 28:19 | Acts 10:47-48 | Acts 1:8 | Acts 2:4 | Acts 19:6
About Marriage: We believe marriage is God’s covenant between one man and one woman for life, reflecting Christ’s love. Singleness is also a God-given gift for His glory.
Genesis 2:23–24 | Leviticus 18:22 | Matthew 15:19–20 | Matthew 19:5–6 | Romans 1:26–27 | 1 Corinthians 6:18 | 1 Corinthians 7:7–9 | 1 Timothy 1:9–10 | Hebrews 13:4
About Eternity: We believe everyone will exist forever—either eternally separated from God in hell, or with Him in eternal life through Christ. Heaven and hell are real, eternal destinations.
John 3:16 | John 2:25 | Romans 6:23 | Revelation 20:15 | 1 John 5:11-13 | Matthew 25:31-46