Saint Michael & All Angels

Church Vision & Values

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	OUR VISION: A Christian Community Growing in Grace OUR MISSION: Saint Michael and All Angels is an embracing and engaging community of faith living our Baptismal Covenant.

 

We Believe:

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Celebrant: People:	Do you believe in God the Father? I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.
Celebrant: People:	Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God? I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary, He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. He descended to the dead.  On the third day he rose again, He Ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father, He will come again to judge the living and the dead.
Celebrant: People:	Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit? I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, The communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the Resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting.

 

	With God’s Help, We: Pray and worship, Teach and learn the faith, Seek and offer forgiveness and reconciliation, Proclaim the faith by word and deed, Engage all parishioners in the generous sharing of God’s gifts, Seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving our neighbors, far and near, Strive for justice and peace for everyone. Guided by scripture, tradition, and inspired reason.

 

Worship and Music

Baptismal value: Pray and worship.

Strategic Goal: Provide inviting and inspiring worship true to our Anglican traditions that deepens our communion with God and compels fuller engagement with the world.


Evangelism, Renewal and New Member Ministries

Baptismal Value: Teach and learn the faith; proclaim the faith by word and deed; seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving neighbors, far and near; engage all parishioners in the generous sharing of God’s gifts.

Strategic Goal: We are a growing congregation that practices hospitality, proclaims the faith, encourages inquiry, renews commitment, and fosters belonging.


Children, Youth and Family Ministry

Baptismal Value: Teach and learn the faith; engage all parishioners in the generous sharing of God’s gifts; seek and serve Christ in all persons.

Strategic Goal: To provide a loving and safe environment in which children, youth, and families are inspired to grow in God's grace and equipped to be disciples of Christ.


Adult Formation and Discipleship

Baptismal Value: Teach and learn the faith; engage all parishioners in the generous sharing of God’s gifts; seek and serve Christ in all persons.

Strategic Goal: To provide inspirational, challenging, and varied formational opportunities that strengthen and equip us to be disciples of Christ.


Mission and Outreach

Baptismal Value: Proclaim the faith by word and deed; engage all parishioners in the generous sharing of God’s gifts; seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving our neighbors, far and near; and be heralds of justice and peace for everyone.

Strategic Goal: To foster companionships through which our parish serves others in Christ’s name, building sustainable, holistic community, both far and near.


Pastoral Care

Baptismal Value: Seek and offer forgiveness and reconciliation; engage all parishioners in the generous sharing of God’s gifts, and, seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving our neighbors far and near.

Strategic Goal: To extend loving care and pastoral presence for and by parishioners and clergy, providing companionship, compassion, and support during the celebrations and challenges of life, with hope in God’s grace.


Engagement, Stewardship and Communication

Baptismal Value: Engage all parishioners in the generous sharing of God’s gifts.

Strategic Goal: Inspire and challenge parishioners to give and serve according to their means and abilities, enabling them to have greater participation in the mission and ministries of our parish.


Operations

Baptismal Value: Engage all parishioners in the generous sharing of God’s gifts.

Strategic Goal: Sustain the Saint Michael and All Angels Community to accomplish its mission.