MISSION:

“The people of Parker UMC will faithfully and enthusiastically continue Christ’s work of nurturing  new life through:

1)      Centering our spiritual lives by practicing spiritual disciplines including prayer, worship, generosity, study and service.

2)      Developing followers of Christ among those already within our faith community, as well as intentionally welcoming those outside the church family, into the life we have found in Christ.  Together we will nurture that life through Small Groups, education, support, and fellowship.

3)      Living that Christ life and light in the local and world community through acts of love, compassion, justice and mission”

CORE VALUES

Faith:

•          is trusting that God has our best interest at heart

•          is the continual action of connecting with Jesus Christ

•          is being sure of what is hoped for and certain of what we do not see

•          gives our lives purpose and wholeness

Love:

•          is unselfish, loyal and benevolent concern for the well being of others

•          is acknowledging and valuing diversity in humans and in all creation

•          is resisting evil, injustice and oppression in all their forms

•          is recognizing the value of all of God’s children

 Humility:

•          is accepting our brokenness and sinfulness

•          is surrendering to God’s gift of righteousness, mercy and grace

•          is willingness to modify our beliefs to be consistent with our new experiences and understanding

•          is realizing that we do not know the whole truth

Integrity:

•          is a disciplined approach to honestly expressing one’s self

•          is sincerity of the heart and intention

•          is the integration of thoughts, feelings and actions

•         is fostering trust in all relationships