The Signal story
Signal Church began with a simple desire: to be with Jesus, to love Him deeply, and to follow Him faithfully in Cape Town. Our story is rooted in grace, formed in worship, shaped by the Spirit, and propelled by a deep longing to see Jesus known, loved, and lifted high across our city.
We believe church is not just something we attend, but a people who gather around the presence of God, surrender to the leadership of Jesus, and are sent out in the power of the Spirit for the sake of others.
Our hope is to be a diverse, Spirit-led, presence-centred community – a multi-cultural and multi-generational people who make room for God’s presence and respond to the voice of the Holy Spirit in every part of our lives.
We are part of the global Vineyard movement, a family of churches committed to worship, authentic community, and partnering with the Holy Spirit to extend God’s kingdom in practical ways.
Meet the team
Our team exists to serve, equip, and create space for God’s presence and all of His people.
LEADERSHIP TEAM
Julia & Michael Day
Tenille De Kock
Guy & Kelly Chennels
STAFF TEAM
MANDY ADRIAANSE
HANNAH BROWN
CHIARA & GRAHAM HUNT
ANNIE BROWN
Worship Overseers
Intern
GEORGIE WHEELER
Intern
Pastoral Care and Discipleship Overseer
JULIA & MICHAEL DAY
Lead Pastors
TENILLE DE KOCK
Family and Children’s Overseer
Administrator and Operations
NKCUBEKO LINDOKUHLE NGEWANA
AUREL ABOGHE NGWA
Building and Operations Support
Building and Operations Support
Statement of Beliefs: The Story of God
We believe that faith is best understood not as isolated theological statements, but as a narrative flow and invitation to step into the unfolding Story of God. Our beliefs are rooted in the Apostles' Creed, the authority of Scripture, and the theology of the Kingdom of God.
The Story of God
1. THE CREATOR:
There is one loving God in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. He created everything and remains deeply involved in His creation.
2. THE FALL:
Humans were made in God’s image to be His representatives, but rebelled. This resulted in corruption, slavery to sin, and the loss of dominion to Satan.
3. THE PROMISE:
God called a people and made promises through Abraham, Moses, and David. Though Israel failed, the prophets foretold a deliverer who would fulfill these promises.
4. THE SAVIOUR:
Jesus of Nazareth, fully God and fully human, was born of the virgin Mary. He announced the Kingdom of God and demonstrates its presence through healing and teaching a countercultural way of life.
5. THE VICTORY:
Jesus died in our place and rose again, victorious over sin, death, and Satan. Through faith in him, we receive a blood-bought salvation and enter a new creation.
6. THE TWO AGES:
Jesus is now seated at the right hand of the Father. The future glorious age has begun, yet co-exists with the present fallen age until His return.
7. THE SPIRIT AND THE CHURCH:
The Spirit empowers disciples to continue the ministry of Jesus. The universal church is a diverse yet united family of God, living as His surrendered and liberated people. Each local church is a foretaste of His kingdom.
8. PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION:
God’s goal is to transform each person in the image of the Son. Discipleship progresses from having his name on our lips to having his nature in our lives.
9. THE RESTORATION:
Jesus will return to judge the living and the dead, destroy evil, and renew all things. God’s people will be restored to their original purpose of sharing His reign forever.
Our values
Spirit-led worship and encounter
Jesus said, “The time is coming—indeed it’s here now—when true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and in truth. The Father is looking for those who will worship him that way […] For God is Spirit.” (John 4:23-24).
So, we love to slow down and savour God’s goodness and presence through singing in our weekly gatherings.
Being rooted in Scripture and
kingdom theology
Jesus said, “You are truly my disciples if you remain faithful to my teachings. And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free,” (John 8:31-32) and, “it gives your Father great happiness to give you the Kingdom.” (Luke 12:32).
So, we enjoy God’s Word on our own, and prioritise sound biblical teaching and theology that centres on Jesus and His kingdom.
Authentic community
Jesus said, “So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other. Your love for one another will prove to the world that you are my disciples.”(John 13:34-35).
So, we enjoy meals with each other, get real with each other, and gather in homegroups.
Intergenerational community, cultural diversity & gender equality
God promised, “[…] I will pour out my Spirit upon all people. Your sons and daughters shall prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men see visions. ” (Joel 2:28).
So, we invest in ministry to kids and teens and build relationships across generational lines, we celebrate cultural diversity, and we encourage mutual submission in marriages. Our leadership and preaching teams consist of women and men.
Practising the prophetic
The apostle Paul said, “Let love be your highest goal! But you should also desire the special abilities the Spirit gives—especially the ability to prophesy.” (1 Cor 14:1).
So, whether we are gathered or scattered, as God directs us to minister to others, we invite the in-breaking of God’s power and voice.
Being welcoming and generous
Jesus said, “Freely you have received, freely give,” (Matt 10:8), and stretched out his arms on the cross to take the whole world in.
So, we welcome people into our lives and open our wallets, calendars and homes to God’s mission. What we have is too good to keep to ourselves, so we extend ourselves to introduce others to Jesus Christ.
Get in touch
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