St. John's purpose is to bring together followers of Jesus Christ in the worship of God. St. John's seeks to make God's will a reality in the lives of all people. St. John's declares itself to be a community of Christians that gathers together in worship and service and strive to practice the principles of the Gospel. As members of the Body of Christ, we acknowledge our responsibilities to:

Doctrine and Statement of Faith

The Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments shall always have the primary place in the preaching and teaching of this congregation. Additionally, recognizing our roots to be in the traditions of the Reformed Church, the doctrinal positions of the Heidelberg Catechism shall be honored at all times. The articles of faith of this congregation shall be the Statement of Faith as adopted by the Second General Synod of the United Church of Christ in 1957, namely:

We believe in God, the Eternal Spirit, Father of the Lord Jesus Christ and our Father, and to whose deed we testify:

He calls the worlds into being, creates man in his own image and set before us the ways of life and death.

He seeks in holy love to save all people from aimlessness and sin.

He judges men and nations by his righteousness will declared through prophets and apostles.

In Jesus Christ, the man of Nazareth, our crucified and risen Lord, He has come to us and shared our common lot, conquering sin    and death and reconciling the whole creation to its Creator

He bestows upon us His Holy Spirit creating and renewing the Church of Jesus Christ binding in covenant faithful people of all ages, tongues and races

He calls us into his Church to accept the cost and joy of discipleship to be his servants in the service of men to proclaim the gospel of the world and resist the powers of evil to share in Christ's baptism and eat at this table

He promises to all who trust him forgiveness of sins and fullness of grace courage in the struggle for justice and peace his presence in trail and rejoicing And eternal life in his kingdom which has no end

Blessing and honor, glory and power be unto him.

 A 20/20 Vision of Shared Values

Shared Values: a faithful and effective congregation names and celebrates its shared values.

1. We affirm God's love and grace: We are blessed and bound together by love and grace. Therefore, we accept one another as we are accepted. Therefore, we honor and respect one another in the face of differences.
2.  We believe that the Christian life is: Rightly described as a journey through changes in our lives and the world. A process of growth where we are nurtured by God and one another.
3. We believe the goal of the Christian life is discipleship. The giving of our time, talent and treasure. A way of life where we respond to the needs of others. Learning how to affirm, celebrate and proclaim good news.
4. We insist on being a congregation which cares about one another. Therefore, we shall create systems and programs for care of those in need. Therefore, we must have ways of staying in touch with one another. Therefore, we engage in fellowship and nurture our relationships.
5. We affirm that we are a religious community where God is the center. Therefore, we engage in worship. Therefore, we listen, pray and grow together regarding God's will.
6. We are multi-generational church and want to continue to be one. Therefore, we have programs for all ages. Therefore, we care for all ages and include all ages in decision making.
7. We value music - all kinds for all ages - in all aspects of our church life. Therefore, music shall be used and celebrated in worship.
8. We are proud of our buildings as they witness to our faith and life. Therefore, we will care for them. Therefore, we will use them in creative ways to fulfill our mission.
9. We affirm good goverance: Wherein the congregation, through God's grace, makes informed decisions Consistory, committees and pastoral leadership work together.
10. We are committed to sharing the faith with others and welcoming them into our life.
11. We affirm and celebrate the heritage of St. John's Church.