Dear Friends
As you are aware, we have been
exploring our mission and vision in the light of the Diocesan theme: renewed
and empowered through baptism to be “servants of Christ and stewards of the
mysteries of God” (1 Corinthians 4:1). In the November Magazine I proposed some
wording for these statements, asking for further input. After discussion at
both the Parish Council and Ministry Team meetings in November a few changes
were made, and we will be presenting the following for formal acceptance at our
Annual Vestry meeting at the end of January 2013:
Vision
Our vision: we are passionate disciples
of Christ – committed, willing, disciplined, equipped – living our Faith in
daily life.
Mission
Our mission is to be role-models and
responsible risk-takers for Christ where we live, work and worship.
Priorities
- Inclusive participation in our
shared vision and mission
- Family and Youth development
- Active in Social Media
- Outreach to less advantaged
communities
- Faithful stewards of our
resources
- Explore the potential of a new
Anglican community to the South East
Scripture
“… make disciples of all nations, …
teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you” (Matthew 28: 19-20)
We will obviously reflect
further in the New Year as to the full implications of the above, but as we
prepare for Annual Vestry we ask that you put these statements to prayer, and
particularly in terms of our vision reflect on whether it is sufficiently
challenging, futuristic and achievable for us as a Parish over the next three
to five years. And most importantly, do these statements reflect God’s call on
our lives at this time?
Blessings
Mark |
