“All are truly welcome” is more than just a slogan here at Spirit of Hope United Methodist Church. It is a guiding principle that shapes everything we do. Spirit of Hope is a beacon. It welcomes everyone no matter who they are. It does not matter what they do or where they are in their faith journey.
The Spirit of Hope United Methodist Church is not just a building. It’s a caring community of faith. Its mission is to offer personal and social transformation through Jesus Christ. We are a theologically progressive and radically inclusive congregation.
Our life at Spirit of Hope rises out of its rich rootedness. It is in an ongoing Wesleyan practice. This practice interweaves scripture, tradition, reason, and experience. We are not contained within any creed. We are open and constantly challenged to look back and ahead. We listen within and reach out to the world.
The members and friends of Spirit of Hope are called by God. We bring the healing peace of Christ. We bring the hopeful power of the Spirit. We bring the renewing promise of God’s own presence. We want this presence in every moment and mission.
Spirit of Hope has a vision for lifelong learning. We strive to be a widely renowned progressive Christian community. This ignites in people of all ages a lifelong passion. We want to learn and grow in mind, body, and spirit. We empower people to freely question. We want people to think critically about and adapt to an ever-changing world.
Radical welcoming is a core value here. As radically welcoming progressive Christians, we seek opportunities. We look for healing, justice, inclusion, service, dialogue, and peace. We extend invitations within our church. We welcome those in our community and our world.
Spirit of Hope embraces a celebration of life. We are a community that celebrates all lives. We offer spiritual opportunities. We share gifts through fellowship. We enjoy music, food, and art together.
United Methodists are known for being accepting. They are caring and hospitable. They are inclusive and family-oriented. They are community aware. We are concerned about those beyond our communities. We are active in missions around the world. We respond to the needs of others.
We love music and church suppers. We enjoy a sense of community. We initiate ministries related to education. We get involved in employment, health, and other issues. We like to tell the story of God’s redeeming grace.
So, as you stand before Spirit of Hope United Methodist Church, remember that you’re not just looking at a building. You are seeing a community that embodies hope, love, and acceptance. A place where everyone is truly welcome. It’s a place where faith and action come together. It’s a beacon of light in an ever-changing world.