Where does the name “Charis” come from and what does it mean?

Charis (pronounced “Kare’us”) is a Greek word used throughout the New Testament. It is often translated in English as grace or favor and is used in relation to what God bestows upon the created order.

It also has an implication of increasing people in faith and kindling them toward Christian virtues.

We’ve chosen this word for the emphasis on God’s grace that we have within the worship service rather than on God’s judgment. Unfortunately, the church as judgmental is a stereotype that many outside the church have and we simply claim to be an alternative.

Some good word studies on Charis can be found here and here!