First UMC Long-Range Vision for 2008-2011
FUMC will strive to become a place of passionate worship where people experience transformation of body, mind, and spirit through…
- Diverse music and worship style
- Energetic, engaging, and inspirational participation by diverse populations
- Clean, friendly, welcoming and flexible environment
FUMC will strive to become involved in risk-taking ministries in which we …
- Collaborate with other downtown worship communities
- Actively participate in social justice issues, such as those related to homelessness, sexual orientation, etc.
- Intentionally incorporate all people
- Hire staff that will appeal to a diverse community
- Systematically grow lay leadership
FUMC will strive to become a place of extravagant generosity in which…
- Giving of time, talent, and money is in passionate response to God’s transforming power
- Stewardship is taught as an expression of responsible and responsive discipleship
- Giving is viewed as stewardship for funding ministry rather than raising a budget
FUMC will strive to become a place where faith-forming relationships are built by…
- Partnering with other UMC programs and churches to share speakers, resources, and ideas
- Developing and expecting honest relationships among members of the congregation in which reconciliation and forgiveness are practiced
- Sharing faith journeys openly
- Creating a system of small groups in which people are nurtured, cared for, and involved in ministry
- Educating children, youth, and adults to grow in faith and community
FUMC will strive to become a place of radical hospitality achieved by…
- Welcoming all as children of God by following Jesus’ example of inclusiveness
- Educating staff and congregation systematically using a model such as the “Be Our Guest” program.
- Providing inviting facilities with accurate signs
