“All are welcome!” We hear that phrase several times during every worship service and read it on our website. But do we really welcome “all”? On April 23, 2023 the church council approved moving Grace toward becoming a “Reconciling in Christ” (RIC) congregation.
We are excited to announce that our Welcome Statement was accepted by the congregation during our congregational meeting in 2024 and we are now officially a Reconciling in Christ congregation!
We are excited to announce that our Welcome Statement was accepted by the congregation during our congregational meeting in 2024 and we are now officially a Reconciling in Christ congregation!
Grace Lutheran Church Welcome Statement
Our Vision:
THE OPEN ARMS OF CHRIST EMBRACE OUR WORLD THROUGH GRACE
Our Mission:
THROUGH GOD’S ABUNDANT LOVE, WE LIVE AND WORK TO SERVE OTHERS
Connected by the love of Jesus Christ, the members of Grace Lutheran care for each other and the community, build connections, and serve those in need. Committed to inclusivity, racial equity, and social justice, we are centered in the love of God and gather as siblings in Christ.
Just as God cares for each part of humanity, our congregation strives to welcome and include every person. People of all backgrounds, races, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, abilities, and socio-economic statuses may fully participate in the community and worship life of Grace Lutheran.
We embrace you with all your talents, abilities, hopes, fears, and challenges. You are welcome just as you are. Come and grow with us and experience God’s love and grace.
Our Vision:
THE OPEN ARMS OF CHRIST EMBRACE OUR WORLD THROUGH GRACE
Our Mission:
THROUGH GOD’S ABUNDANT LOVE, WE LIVE AND WORK TO SERVE OTHERS
Connected by the love of Jesus Christ, the members of Grace Lutheran care for each other and the community, build connections, and serve those in need. Committed to inclusivity, racial equity, and social justice, we are centered in the love of God and gather as siblings in Christ.
Just as God cares for each part of humanity, our congregation strives to welcome and include every person. People of all backgrounds, races, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, abilities, and socio-economic statuses may fully participate in the community and worship life of Grace Lutheran.
We embrace you with all your talents, abilities, hopes, fears, and challenges. You are welcome just as you are. Come and grow with us and experience God’s love and grace.
“We know we are a welcoming congregation here at Grace. We love when visitors come in the door and we’re excited to extend hospitality. Becoming an RIC congregation doesn’t change who we are. It names who we are. It proclaims who we are! " K Ellison, Church Council member