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Who We Are
We Are:
- Followers of Jesus Christ.
- Led by the Holy Spirit.
- Grounded in the life, death, resurrection and continued presence of Jesus Christ in our lives.
- A people to whom God speaks through an open canon of Scripture including the Bible, Book of Mormon and Doctrine and Covenants.
- Believers who seek to live the good news of Jesus Christ in our communities.
- A people who have dedicated our lives to the pursuit of peace, reconciliation, and healing of the spirit.
- A people who believe in the worth of all persons and their giftedness and that all persons are called to journey together with Christ.
- A joyful community that worships, studies, fellowships, and celebrates together.
- A community with a worldwide mission, a unique heritage and cherished beliefs.
- A faith community that draws inspiration from the scriptures, sacraments, prayer, the gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit, the giftedness and ministry of our fellow seekers, and a heritage of nearly two millennia of Christian lives and history.
We are an international Christian church with 250,000 members found in more than fifty nations. Our World Headquarters, including a Temple dedicated to the pursuit of peace, is located in Independence, Missouri. Visit our World Headquarters Web Site to explore our beliefs, vision, mission, and history.
We Believe...
- That God, the foundation of our being, loves, sustains and calls us to discipleship.
- That Jesus is the Christ, who for our sake lived, was crucified, died, rose from the dead, and now leads us in a ministry of joy, hope, love and peace.
- That the Holy Spirit is the empowering presence and breath of God, confronting and inspiring us to do God’s work in the world.
- That, as followers of Jesus Christ, we will share in eternal life.
We Commit...
- To being a faithful witness to God’s presence among us.
- To intentionally nurturing our relationship with God and others.
- To fostering peace and justice in our families, our communities and our world.
- To courageously and creatively work for peace and the end of personal and public violence.
- To sharing responsibility for the spiritual growth of persons of all ages in our communities.
- To responding joyfully with our lives, as the grace of God gives us freedom.
We Offer...
a community of people where the gospel of Jesus Christ is the focus of worship, learning, caring, and mission.
an opportunity for genuine spiritual growth and relationship with the Holy Spirit.
local congregations where deep friendships are established, individual ideas are valued, and where those special needs find security, care, and support.
a faith community that encourages the ministry of all people, including children and youth.
a global community with a worldwide mission that values all cultures and celebrates the rich diversity of human life.
meaningful opportunities to serve Jesus Christ by helping others and promoting peace.
Christian discipleship is most fully possible when it is pursued in a community of committed believers. The Church, as part of the body of Christ, is the means through which the ministry of Christ continues in the world today. It is a community of people seeking to bring God's love to all through compassionate ministry, worship, the sacraments, and witness.
Countless people have found hope for their lives and encountered the living Christ through the ministries, sacraments, teachings, and mission of the church. You are invited to continue to explore the faith and beliefs of the church by visiting our congregation.
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Year C Themes and Scriptures Advent 2006 through November 2007
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