As United Methodists, we are first and foremost disciples of Jesus Christ, the author and perfecter of our faith. We follow Jesus above all else and we center our worship, our life and ministry around His teachings.
We are also a part of the worldwide Methodist movement founded by John Wesley, who sought to create a community rooted in deep personal faith in Jesus Christ and active engagement in loving service to others. Wesley envisioned Methodists as individuals whose faith inspires meaningful action in the world, striving to reflect God’s love through both belief and service.
Our vision is to be a faith community where everyone is welcomed and invited to experience the transformative love of God through a life-changing relationship with Jesus Christ.
The people of St. Mark’s believe that everyone who encounters God’s love is transformed and empowered to become a fully committed disciple of Christ. We affirm that true discipleship calls us to actively engage with our communities and the world. Our emphasis on Christian living means putting faith and love into meaningful action. We trust in the ministry of the Holy Spirit, who empowers, guides, enlightens, and fills our lives and ministries.
United Methodists affirm the faith shared by all Christians, with particular emphasis on God’s grace and on Christian living. These introductory pages will help you discover what it means to be a United Methodist.
The United Methodist Church’s mission statement, and that of St. Mark's, is “to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.” The statement reveals the basics that constitute UMC. They include:
- Love of God and neighbor.
- Transform the world.
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