Our Core Values
We don’t have everything figured out; we’re seeking together.
Let’s break down what we believe matters to God and matters to us:
Let’s break down what we believe matters to God and matters to us:
Curious Learning
Progressive thinking and searching- everyone are on a journey of experiencing God and exploring faith, where we start where we are and keep growing
Lifelong learning- we partner, provide, and guide loving and learning experiences for children, youth, and adults of all ages
We practice social justice through confession and growing with others to change systems of inequity, oppression, and exclusion
A United Methodist Congregation believes that the Holy Spirit grows within us as we grow in our faith; and we use Scripture, the Tradition of the Church, our own Experience, and Reason to guide our everyday living
Lifelong learning- we partner, provide, and guide loving and learning experiences for children, youth, and adults of all ages
We practice social justice through confession and growing with others to change systems of inequity, oppression, and exclusion
A United Methodist Congregation believes that the Holy Spirit grows within us as we grow in our faith; and we use Scripture, the Tradition of the Church, our own Experience, and Reason to guide our everyday living
Honest Relationships
Humor, Hospitality, and Humility- You’ll find joy and food, and connections through small groups as we experience God’s wide table of grace together
Accessibility- we create physical, emotional, and spiritual spaces for all people to experience the holy and feel safe Full Inclusion-The LGBTQia+ community is not just ‘tolerated;’ you are celebrated and a vital part of our church and leadership
Multi-generational- we thrive as we support, comfort, and pray for one another in the best and toughest of times Hybrid-we build connections in-person, virtually, and using creative technology
Accessibility- we create physical, emotional, and spiritual spaces for all people to experience the holy and feel safe Full Inclusion-The LGBTQia+ community is not just ‘tolerated;’ you are celebrated and a vital part of our church and leadership
Multi-generational- we thrive as we support, comfort, and pray for one another in the best and toughest of times Hybrid-we build connections in-person, virtually, and using creative technology
Sacrificial Generosity
Just as God extravagantly loves us, we respond by generously sharing our gifts of time, talents, and resources
We support our ministries and missions to be a part of something bigger than ourselves that truly changes lives
Our faith is strengthened when we practice generous giving of our time, talents, and resources
We support our ministries and missions to be a part of something bigger than ourselves that truly changes lives
Our faith is strengthened when we practice generous giving of our time, talents, and resources
Courageous Outreach
We love God’s creation, practice being stewards of the earth, and teach environmental justice
We volunteer and lead ministries of feeding, housing, caregiving, and dignity in our community and world
We multiply outreach through collaboration with other communities of faith, schools, and civic partners
We invite those who wish to join in our mission and belong as active partners in our ministry.
We volunteer and lead ministries of feeding, housing, caregiving, and dignity in our community and world
We multiply outreach through collaboration with other communities of faith, schools, and civic partners
We invite those who wish to join in our mission and belong as active partners in our ministry.
Wonder-Filled Worship
Worship is a sacred and active experience for connecting with God, each other, and ourselves
Commitment to Excellence and Imagination-our worship services are built on the gifts of our community as we sing, play, speak, act, preach our faith. Every time we worship, you can expect a fresh expression of God’s love and hope
Music and the Arts- in our worship services, you’ll experience traditional and contemporary music, fresh messages and ideas, and sermons that stretch your mind and heart, and stick with you throughout your week
Commitment to Excellence and Imagination-our worship services are built on the gifts of our community as we sing, play, speak, act, preach our faith. Every time we worship, you can expect a fresh expression of God’s love and hope
Music and the Arts- in our worship services, you’ll experience traditional and contemporary music, fresh messages and ideas, and sermons that stretch your mind and heart, and stick with you throughout your week