Mission: LOVE GOD. FOLLOW JESUS. INVITE ALL.
Guiding Principles:
Outward reaching
The decisions we make prioritize the community outside of the congregation, forming and nurturing diverse relationships.
Sacrificial giving
The decisions we make prioritize giving from our “first fruits,” rather than the leftovers. We seek to say ‘YES! How can we make it possible to join God’s mission in that place/way?’
Discerning stewardship
The decisions we make prioritize careful utilization of the resources God has given us – financial, time, relational, and spiritual. Neither holding on too tightly nor heedlessness of our capacity honors the gift God has given us.
Infrastructure/resource stability
The decisions we make prioritize ensuring that the building and grounds of the church, as well as our financial resources, can continue to serve both the congregation and community into the future. Recognizing the number of hours each week that community partners depend on use of our building, regular maintenance of our facilities and grounds is good stewardship of the gospel for this community.
Core Values:
WORSHIP
Alive in the Spirit, we commit ourselves to gather in creative worship that inspires a deeper connection to God.
EVANGELISM
Alive in the Spirit, we commit ourselves to finding meaningful ways to share our experience of God’s grace with others so that they might know Jesus Christ in their lives.
FELLOWSHIP
Alive in the Spirit, we commit ourselves to inviting and welcoming all into a Christ centered fellowship where every person is involved and accepted as a child of God.
DISCIPLESHIP (/youth)
Alive in the Spirit, we commit ourselves to be living examples of our faith and to provide for the spiritual growth of all through robust Bible study, faith, conversation and prayer.
SERVING
Alive in the Spirit, we commit ourselves to serve our community with love and compassion and to answer God’s call to work for justice and peace throughout the world.
Statement of Affirmation:
We commit to being a Reconciling in Christ Congregation.