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The beliefs of St. John's United
Methodist Church are the same as the entire United
Methodist Church.
United Methodists profess the historic Christian faith
in God, incarnate in Jesus Christ for our salvation and ever
at work in
human history in the Holy Spirit. Living in a covenant of grace
under the Lordship of Jesus Christ, we participate in the first
fruits of God's coming reign and pray in hope for its full realization
on earth as in heaven. The mission of the Church is to make disciples
of Jesus Christ. Local churches provide the most significant
arena through which disciple-making occurs.
The United Methodist
Church
has a long history of concern for social justice. Its members
have often taken forthright positions on controversial issues
involving
Christian principles. Early Methodists expressed their opposition
to the slave trade, to smuggling, and to the cruel treatment
of prisoners. We have a rich understanding of what we believe,
and
because we are a connectional church in nature. If you wish
to read more about the United Methodist's beliefs, mission, and
social justice then we invite you to follow the link above
to
read more.
St. John's enjoys living our faith out loud and putting feet
to our words. Please feel free when you visit to ask us any
questions you may have. |