· Our mission is still grace and acceptance for all.
· We value what God values – people and relationships.
· Jesus spent the majority of His time on earth developing friendships. People are the most valuable thing in the universe.
· Jesus said, “On love hangs all the law and prophets.” Why would our focus be on anything other than love?
· Relationships and love are more important than theology.
Our staff’s mission statement is also true for us as a church:
· We will commit to being honest, open, and having integrity in all our dealings.
· We will tell the truth, be accountable to someone, and do the right thing regardless of the outcome.
· We are committed to loving people and loving God above all else.
· We are committed to letting His Spirit move in and through us at all times.
· He is the one who will determine what our church and ministries look like.
· MORE is not following any other church’s blueprint or style.
· MORE is committed to allowing His Spirit to direct every ministry in the church.
· MORE is committed to being a prototype church, in that we will create a grace-filled environment that allows people to grow in their particular gifting.
· MORE is committed to creating an environment where God can encounter people.
· This staff (this church) will strive to maintain a healthy environment for all people.
· We will give grace to those who fail.
· We will encourage those who quit.
· We will admonish those who hurt themselves or others.
· We will not let anyone’s convictions crush or be crushed by others.
· We will honor those who are different and protect their unique individuality.
· Problems will be confronted quickly and approached with resolution and restoration in mind.
· People’s questions will be answered as we are able.
· People’s feelings will be considered but not allowed to affect a difficult decision.
