Purpose

To articulate the commonly held values that govern all policies and procedures

at St. James the Less Church.

Scope

This applies to all members of St. James the Less Church

Policy Statement

We are a people who:

1)     Embrace Jesus and His teaching as revealed in the bible;

2)     Believe that the Bible is the inspired Word of God and is the basis for teaching, correction, reprimand and doctrine;

3)     Are gathering as family in the Kingdom of God from different backgrounds and generations;

4)     Worship and Serve in a way that is pleasing to God, engaging, intimate and creative.

5)     Invite others to Know and Serve Jesus as Lord in the context of the Local Church

6)     Are being healed and restored in a community of sensitivity and trust;

7)     Are discovering our gifts, growing in maturity and humbly ministering to others;

8)     Are being equipped and sent out in obedience to God, to serve young and old, near and far.

9)     Are building networks and relationships that advance the Lord's work on earth.

We will meet you where you are...

                             ...but Jesus won't leave you there.