Wintonbury Church
Vision, Mission & Values

VISION

We want to see our communities transformed by God’s presence.

 

MISSION

We seek to help individuals and communities experience God, become more like Jesus, discover their calling, and impact their world.

 

VALUES

These values bind us together as a worshipping community on mission with God.

AUTHORITY

Jesus: We love Jesus Christ as our Savior and King. (Philippians 3:7-11)

The Bible: We treasure the Bible as the Word of God which reveals the truth about Himself, ourselves, and the world. (2 Timothy 3:16-17)

ATMOSPHERE

Hospitality: We create spaces where people feel welcomed and valued. (Hebrews 13:1-2)

Authenticity: We encourage people to live with integrity by being honest in their relationships with God, themselves, and each other. (John 1:43-49)

ATTITUDE

Freedom: We enjoy a grace-based relationship with God which frees us from performance and enables us to live joyfully for Him. (Galatians 2:11-16)

Beloved: We believe that in Jesus our primary identity is that of Spirit-filled sons and daughters of our Father God. (Luke 15:11-32)

ALLEGIANCE

Reverence: We magnify our Great God through a life of prayerful devotion and wholehearted worship. (Psalm 42:8)

Discipleship: We walk in obedience to Jesus and call others to devote themselves to following Him. (Matthew 22:37-39; Matthew 28:18-20; Romans 12:1-2)

ALIGNMENT

Life Together: We care for one another through intentional, sacrificial community. (Acts 2:42-47)

Unity: We value one another, honor those who see things differently, and work to maintain our oneness in Christ. (1 Corinthians 12:12-31; Romans 14:1-23)

ASSIGNMENT

Empowerment: We develop and release leaders into their Kingdom Calling. (Ephesians 2:10)

Mission: We are ambassadors of the Kingdom of God clothed in His immense power and resisting evil forces in the world. (Ephesians 6:10-20)

AMBITION

Whole Gospel: We proclaim a holistic gospel that provides healing for humanity and renewal for all of creation. (Matthew 9:35-38; Colossians 1:19-20; Romans 8:19-21)

Whole World: We send and support people who share the good news of Jesus with people around the globe. (Romans 15:30)