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OUR VIVID VISION

 

The church is bursting with life. Outside the building, people are talking, resting, and enjoying the weather. Inside, people are coming and going – staff and volunteers connecting and welcoming. Families, students, working professionals, retirees and neighbors mingle with each other, finding resources they need: safety and support, education, and creative outlets. Visitors and members alike find a place to make a difference and share their gifts with each other. The smell of delicious food wafts through the air as the chefs prepare the community meal for the day. Visitors from all over the world are marveling at the beautiful interior of the sanctuary. Worshippers are laughing, singing, praising, and just enjoying being together. The delicate sounds of violin mingle with the robust organ and the echoes of voices. We are more than just a place on the Square. We are an integral part of the neighborhood.

CORE VALUES

INCLUSION/ WELCOME

We believe that no one should feel left out or alone. We embrace our differences and respect each person within our community. This allows everyone to bring their unique and authentic gifts to further the mission of the church.

COLLABORATION

We listen to and support one another, working and evolving together. We build upon each other’s strengths and lift up each other’s gifts.

INNOVATION

We are not afraid of trying new things or changing when necessary. If things do not work out, we are open to re-evaluate, learn from our mistakes, and try again.

COMMUNITY MINDEDNESS

Church is not an individual endeavor, but a community experience. We believe that we cannot each succeed or be whole, unless everyone finds success and wholeness.

OUR CULTURE

JOYFUL

We are hopeful, optimistic, and have fun together. Being part of this community gives us joy, and our joy spreads to others and makes us want to share joy with them.

EMBRACING

We love others, because God loves us. This means that we are accepting, welcoming, open, genuine, and empathetic. We speak the truth in love.

FEARLESS

We are innovative, purposeful, and adaptable. We believe that with God all things are possible and that with prayer and connection to God we will always have enough. We are not afraid of trying new things or of failing. We learn from our mistakes. We reach out to others drawing them in, not waiting for them to find us.

ENGAGED

Our connection to this organization is full of energy. We give without expectation of return. We continuously learn about the community and our neighbors and adapt our connections as needed. We all contribute our time, money, and skills to make our community better.

OUR 2024-25 ANNUAL REPORT

 

2024 has truly been a year of renewal and resurgence. As we return to many of the practices and connections that defined our life before 2020, we've experienced significant growth—both in numbers and in spirit. Attendance is up, giving has increased, and participation across our ministries is flourishing. Our Vestry is fully engaged, committees are thriving, and the worship ministry is seeing greater involvement than ever. Our staff works together in harmony, leaning into our vivid vision and witnessing its manifestation—turning the hopes and dreams we held a few years ago into tangible reality. To those who have been with us for many years, we are deeply grateful for your perseverance and commitment. And to those who have joined us more recently, we are thankful for your joyful presence, which continues to enrich and strengthen this community.

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