Mission, Vision, Values Statement
Mission: HUGHES UMC is a community of faithful disciples reflecting the face of Christ to all whom we encounter.
Vision: As a community of Jesus’ followers, Hughes UMC seeks to reflect the face of Christ through
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Worship as a source of joy and spiritual excitement, energizing the church and spreading into our surrounding community
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Being an intergenerational, multiethnic, multicultural community which embraces the society in which we live and serve Christ
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Honoring where people are on their spiritual journey and providing opportunities for growth in faith and service
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Using our gifts, talents and resources to be engaged in face to face, hands on, life transforming ministries.
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Sharing our own encounters and relationships with God so that the story of Jesus Christ is told and the Good News is embodied in all we say and do.
Values: to undergird the mission of Hughes Church, reflecting the face of Christ, we value:
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Christ-centeredness
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everything we do is based on the teaching, example and life of Jesus
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living in the Kingdom of God we view reality through the lens of God rather than the lens of society and culture
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following Jesus rather than just believing in him
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Hospitality
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welcoming to all
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civility
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respect for one another
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break down pre-conceived ideas about people
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care, support and nurture for the members and friends of the Hughes family
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Stewardship
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offering ourselves fully in response to God’s blessings
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responsibly utilizing all of our resources (talents, gifts, time, treasure, property, environment, etc.)
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encouraging everyone to discover, develop and deploy their spiritual gifts and talents
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Agape (Unconditional, Sacrificial Love)
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treasure each person like a precious gem
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show acceptance to those who are judged and rejected
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sacrificial love which refuse to count the cost or expect repayment
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identify the needs of others and respond with appropriate action
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Bold, Courageous Faith
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moving from our comfort zones to the Kingdom Zone
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Holy Boldness
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using scripture and prayer while depending on faith to develop discerning and courageous disciples
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look to Christ before you leap!
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continual discernment: what does a leap of faith look like for Hughes Church?
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