Praying to seek God’s will and guidance for our lives and ministries. Claiming
the sacredness of both our minds and our hearts, recognizing that faith
and science, doubt and belief serve the pursuit of truth. Maintaining
an atmosphere where humor, laughter and enthusiasm are present when we
gather together, and faith, hope, love and trust abide in the hearts of
all. Basing our lives on the faith that, in Christ, all things
are made new, and that we, and all people, are loved beyond our wildest
imagination—for eternity.
Bringing the message of Jesus Christ to
others, using many avenues of approach. Strengthening the ministries of the church through individual empowerment. Standing, as Jesus did, with the outcast and oppressed, the denigrated and
afflicted, and seeking peace and justice for all people. Engaging
people authentically, as Jesus did, treating all as creations made in
God’s very image, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, age,
physical or mental ability, cultural background, nationality, or
economic class. Working and cooperating with the United Church of Christ
and other churches to do Christ’s work in this world.
Expressing our love in worship that is as sincere, vibrant, and artful as it is
spiritual. Listening
for God’s word that comes through daily prayer and meditation, studying
the ancient testimonies which we call Scripture, and attending to God’s
present activity in the world. Developing close and lasting friendships
through small group ministries and shared experiences. Celebrating
the God whose Spirit pervades and whose glory is reflected in all of
God’s Creation including the earth and its ecosystems, the sacred and
secular, the Christian and non-Christian, the human and non-human. Keeping
our mission and vision a reality, with each member committed to giving
of time, talent, and treasure to the extent that he or she is able.