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GOALS:
In doing so, our goals will be to:
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Hold that the community
gathered in worship around word, sacrament and prayer is central to
our life as People of God, and develop worship as a place of
hospitality, creativity and nurture for members and for visitors.
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Reflect the biblical
concept of justice and peace - through strengthening our concern,
support and caring for others in the community and in the world, and
through advocating on justice issues to the church, governments and
other organizations.
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Provide opportunities
for spiritual growth for the community, and encourage people to
share their spiritual journeys with one another.
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Encourage members of the
parish in the ministry of health and wholeness for themselves and
for others.
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Find ways to foster
community so that we can reach out to all people - regardless of
age, race, gender, sexual orientation, or family or personal
background - and invite, welcome, support and nurture them.
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Organize and operate
Gloria Dei in ways which encourage and empower members to do
ministry in word and deed as disciples preaching the good news of
the reign of God which embraces all of life.
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