Mission Statement of St Peter's Lutheran Church Middletown
At St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church we celebrate that Christ has made us
one body with many members, all receiving God’s grace and unconditional love. In
response, we share God’s grace and unconditional love with all people. All people are
welcomed, invited and affirmed here. Everyone is of great importance in our life
together.
As a Reconciling in Christ congregation we welcome and invite all of God’s
people regardless of age, race, ethnicity, physical or mental abilities, marital status,
sexual orientation, gender identity or economic status.
We believe all people are unique and valued individuals created by God. We
joyfully welcome you to join us in worship, prayer, patient listening, Bible study, service
to others, care for all, outreach, fellowship, sacrificial stewardship and spiritual formation
Guiding Principles
1. Jesus is Lord
2. Our congregation listens to God through prayer and silence to discern God’s will.
3. Because of God’s love and grace we gladly invite, welcome and affirm others as
partners in God’s mission.
4. We use conflict as an opportunity to listen to God, to each other, and to forgive
one another and seek reconciliation.
5. We encourage and listen to each other.
6. In our life together we are guided by faith and not fear.
7. We seek to recognize and respond to the needs of others in the name of Christ.
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Five Areas of Focus
1. Community/outreach
2. Faith formation
3. Congregational Care
4. Governance
5. Property to serve the community