Emmanuel UCC is a church where...
- we are committed to welcoming and affirming all. The diversity of other’s lives and cultures enriches our congregation.
- an atmosphere of safety and trust is fostered, so that people feel encouraged to think independently and to be themselves.
- we care for and connect with one another, encouraging all to share their unique contributions and talents.
- worship is interactive, creative, and includes time for reflection, prayer, and music that can guide us in our journey.
- although our starting point is Christian scripture and tradition, we are open to explore and share different perspectives.
- it is the journey that matters the most, rather than any particular destination (such as unanimity in matters of doctrine).
- we seek to become more intentional concerning our personal beliefs and more mindful of why we hold them.
- our faith journey encourages us to listen to, value, affirm, and hold ourselves accountable to one another in both words and actions.
- we encourage good communication, and extend that to the wider community by using current and emerging technologies.
- ways are explored to give back to the community and world in which we live, by being a positive presence and an influence for good.
- we value our connection and participation with the United Church of Christ and with the wider interfaith community, feeling part of a larger whole that is engaged in God’s mission together.
- what we do collectively and individually in seeking peace and justice for all, reflects a personal faith that shows a sense of gratitude and generosity, and a oneness with all of God’s creation.
- inspired by Jesus’ example, we aim to “travel light,” blessed with the freedom to be a people on a journey rather than be encumbered by place or possessions.
Mission Statement: Our foundations are Christian, but we welcome all, no matter where they are on life’s journey,
of any or no tradition or faith, that we may learn from one another.
We are united in our desire to discern the meaning to be found in all sacred and secular traditions,
to grow in wisdom and integrity, and to actively sustain a creative and constructive presence in the world.
Offering support for each other throughout the cycles of life, we gather regularly for devotional fellowship and discussion,
embracing the historic principle: In essentials, unity; in non-essentials, liberty; in all things, charity.
- we are committed to welcoming and affirming all. The diversity of other’s lives and cultures enriches our congregation.
- an atmosphere of safety and trust is fostered, so that people feel encouraged to think independently and to be themselves.
- we care for and connect with one another, encouraging all to share their unique contributions and talents.
- worship is interactive, creative, and includes time for reflection, prayer, and music that can guide us in our journey.
- although our starting point is Christian scripture and tradition, we are open to explore and share different perspectives.
- it is the journey that matters the most, rather than any particular destination (such as unanimity in matters of doctrine).
- we seek to become more intentional concerning our personal beliefs and more mindful of why we hold them.
- our faith journey encourages us to listen to, value, affirm, and hold ourselves accountable to one another in both words and actions.
- we encourage good communication, and extend that to the wider community by using current and emerging technologies.
- ways are explored to give back to the community and world in which we live, by being a positive presence and an influence for good.
- we value our connection and participation with the United Church of Christ and with the wider interfaith community, feeling part of a larger whole that is engaged in God’s mission together.
- what we do collectively and individually in seeking peace and justice for all, reflects a personal faith that shows a sense of gratitude and generosity, and a oneness with all of God’s creation.
- inspired by Jesus’ example, we aim to “travel light,” blessed with the freedom to be a people on a journey rather than be encumbered by place or possessions.
Mission Statement: Our foundations are Christian, but we welcome all, no matter where they are on life’s journey,
of any or no tradition or faith, that we may learn from one another.
We are united in our desire to discern the meaning to be found in all sacred and secular traditions,
to grow in wisdom and integrity, and to actively sustain a creative and constructive presence in the world.
Offering support for each other throughout the cycles of life, we gather regularly for devotional fellowship and discussion,
embracing the historic principle: In essentials, unity; in non-essentials, liberty; in all things, charity.