St. John Welcomes YOU

You are welcome here if you are married, or if you are single, for we will partner with you.

You are welcome here if you are a parent, or the child of one, for we will be a family with you.

You are welcome here if you know what you believe, or if you have no idea what to believe, for we will journey together with you.

You are welcome here if your people are from this place, or from far away, for our God is both here and everywhere.

You are welcome here if you are a saint, or a sinner, for God knows all of us are both.

You are welcome here, no matter whom you love, for your love is a gift from God.

No matter who you are, no matter where you are on life's journey, we hope to welcome you here.

OUR BELIEFS

We believe in one God revealed in three persons, Creator of the universe, in whose image ALL persons are made. God is everywhere and God is love. (1John 4:7-16)

We believe the Bible is our sacred text inspired by God written by humans from particular times. (2 Timothy 3:16-17)

We believe our Christian community is connected to God, neighbor, world, and self through engagement with our sacred scriptures and faith traditions. (Matthew 22:36-40)

God and heaven are beyond human understanding, and we believe heaven is where, when, and how the mystery of our union with the Divine is fully revealed. (Psalm 145:3, Hebrews 12:12-24)

All are welcome within St. John United Methodist Church. (John 3:16-17, 1 Timothy 2:1-4)

We strive to be an inclusive, diverse community called to experience our faith through creativity, relationships, and traditions. (Galatians 3:23-29)

We are called to grow as disciples with curiosity and humility, to serve and work for justice in the community and the world. (Philippians 2:1-12)

We believe all people, without exception, are made in the image of God and are therefore of sacred worth. (Genesis 1:27, Psalm 8)

We believe in sharing grace freely to all because God gives grace to all. (Ephesians 2:4-10)

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of St. John United Methodist Church is to grow disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world and to be a welcoming family joyfully sharing God’s light.

OUR VALUES

Grace & Love

Hospitality & Generosity

Service & Justice

Community & Family

Inclusivity & Openness

Arts & Creativity

Creation & Stewardship