Statements of Mission and Vision
A prayerful people, we strive to be self- aware and to remain God-centered in our stated mission and vision. “Many Voices with One Spirit” is the way we live authentically and are readied to transform human lives
– others and our own.
Mission
The mission of the Avon Congregational Church is to enable people to know God’s unconditional love and to be a community of faith helping one another to live as Jesus Christ lived and taught.
Vision
We strive to be an open, caring, and growing community. As we explore both new and proven spiritual pathways, we encourage one another to discover our unique significance in God’s world. We worship, work and celebrate together joyfully. Using our gifts to reach out to others, we endeavor to create a world of compassion, peace and justice.
Core Values and Guiding Principles
As we journey down our spiritual paths, we are guided by the
following core values and principles:
Compassionate Caring
We are a community that supports one another, in times of trial and in times of triumph.
Openness
We welcome all seekers by creating an accepting, inclusive and
non-judgmental culture.
Fellowship
We are offered abundant and varied ways to come together as a Christ-centered community.
Celebration
In worship and in daily life, we joyfully celebrate God’s creation and the opportunities, challenges and blessings we have been given.
Spiritual Growth
We are encouraged to explore traditional and non-traditional spiritual practices so that we might discover our unique call from God.
Participation
We are provided opportunities to use our gifts, passions, musical and other creative talents to lead and support the congregation’s vital ministries.
Service to Others
We affirm that our commitment to our own church must be balanced with our social responsibility to all humanity.
Risk-taking
We are a dynamic, innovative and courageous church that embraces and initiates change.
Justice
We strive to act boldly to seek fairness and equal opportunities for all.
