Joy Lutheran's Vision, Mission, & Values

Vision

 

Grounded in scripture and Lutheran tradition and led by the Holy Spirit we are

growing people into a deeper relationship with Christ and to greater service in our community and world.

Mission

We share the love of God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit with all people through worship and discipleship to extend Christ’s kingdom in the world.

 Values

     We value . . .

     Intimacy with God

We seek to be intimate with God both individually and as a community through prayer and worship.  We seek God’s will and ways for us.  We praise, honor, thank, and glorify God and celebrate God’s grace and goodness to us in Jesus Christ.

     Love in Community

We are committed to the fellowship, love, support, encouragement, and opportunities for service that come through being committed to one another in our families, church, community, and world.

     Excellence in Ministry

We strive to excel in all we do to honor God and reflect God’s image.

    Authority of Scripture

We submit to the Holy Bible as God’s inspired word, our foundational source for beliefs and behaviors.

     Spiritual Growth

We commit to spiritual growth that deepens and matures our relationship with God and broadens our influence in positive ways to believers and nonbelievers.