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Our Values
Christ Centered Jesus Christ is the reason for our existence, our salvation and our purpose in life. To share Jesus Christ with others is our highest goal.
Saved by Grace God intends to transform our lives and prepare us for eternal life through grace (free gift). Jesus made this gift available to us by dying on the cross and being raised from the dead. We cannot earn it. We receive it in simple trust.
Mission Guided We are committed to being on the move with a God-given purpose. We know Jesus will be glorified and people’s lives changed for the better when we welcome, equip and send them for Jesus’ sake. Our mission
People We are committed to affirming and upholding the God-given worth of each individual. We want to help people discover their God-given purpose unique to each person. We are committed to treating all people with dignity, respect and love.
Outreach Because God cares about lost people, we will make them the priority of our mission. We will continually seek to create an inviting climate of warmth and hospitality that welcomes all to come and hear about Jesus in a way that is understandable to them.
Innovative Excellence We are called to be a church that is alive in Christ and life-giving. Risk, relevance, change, flexibility, excellence and the freedom to fail come out of our desire to connect the gospel to the community.
Empowerment We will help people discover their God-given gifts and support and encourage them as they use their gifts to serve Christ and the community. We will also create an environment that empowers people to experience and enjoy wholeness.
Integrity We are passinately committed to honesty, openness, fairness, and grace in dealing with others and in managing the mission of St. Paul Lutheran Church.
Prayer We are passionately committed to enveloping all we are and do in prayer. We know that the church has always moved out in mission following prayer. We pray, not only to be a blessing to others, but also to deepen our faith and willingness to follow Jesus Christ.
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