Mission:
To make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.
Vision:
A church of real people, inviting everyone into a relationship with Jesus Christ by intentionally living lives of faith, hope, and love within our families, our congregation, community, and the world.
Global Methodist Vision Statement
Global Methodist Vision Statement
Core Commitments:
- I will practice prayer as a spiritual discipline
- I will faithfully participate in worship
- I will tithe or move towards tithing as a spiritual discipline
- I will live as to inspire others through my Christian character and service
- I will invite others to join me in growing in grace
- I will accept responsibility for my personal spiritual growth by actively participating in a small group (Sunday school, ongoing Bible study, etc.)
We Believe:
- That Jesus Christ is the Son of God, the redeemer of the world. (John 3:16)
- We believe that the Holy Spirit is present for guidance, comfort, and strength for living our lives. (Acts 10:45) **More on the Holy Spirit.
- We believe that the Bible is the living Word of God. (1 Peter 1:23)
- We believe that God answers prayer (Philippians 4:6)
- We believe that The Church is the fullest expression of the will, mission and heart of Christ and that each Christian is called to passionately participate in the church.
(1 Corinthians 1:2 & 1 Peter 2:4-10) - We believe that every Christian is called to actively participate in their own faith development and that each Christian is called to live boldly for Jesus. (2 Timothy 2:15)
Adopted in May, 2010 by the Administrative Board of Nederland First Methodist Church