Mission Statement

 

Section:

Worship

Statement:

Worship is the centre of life at St. John’s.

Achieved by:

F

Encouraging congregational participation. For example, by reading lessons or leading prayers.

F

Encouraging Youth group participation in ‘All Age Worship’ services. For example, by the welcoming of people into the church and in assisting in taking collection.

F

Seeking ways to help the congregation to prepare themselves for worship.

F

Continuing to cherish the place of Holy Communion, to which all are welcome.

F

Developing opportunities for worship, in addition to those provided on a Sunday.

 

Section:

Welcoming Church

Statement:

St. John’s aims to be an open and welcoming church.

Achieved by:

F

Ensuring that we are welcoming in all of our activities.

F

Providing ‘welcoming stewards’ to greet each person as they arrive.

F

Encouraging fellowship by introducing visitors to other members, for example during coffee.

F

Considering the development of a manned reception area and open coffee shop.

 

Section:

Proclaiming the Gospel

Statement:

St. John’s takes seriously its responsibility to proclaim the Gospel and to make disciples.

Achieved by:

F

Being aware of the opportunities that exist, to build on the links with the users of the premises.

F

Making use of the opportunities provided by those coming into the church for weddings, baptisms and funerals.

F

Encouraging the development of the ‘recorded services’ service.

F

Supporting fully its youth activities.

F

Making use of the opportunities for individual Christian witness in daily life.

 

Section:

Nurturing

Statement:

St. John’s aims to support the Christian growth of each individual within the church family.

Achieved by:

F

Encouraging attendance at fellowship and bible study groups.

F

Supporting individuals in working out their faith in daily life.

F

Encouraging Christian discipleship, through for example, responsible giving and Church membership.

F

Encouraging involvement in the active life and witness of the church.

F

Encouraging private devotion through Bible study and prayer.

F

Developing the role of the class leaders / pastoral visitors.

 

Section:

Service

Statement:

St. John’s commits itself to the wider vision in supporting other work within the local community, in Luton and further afield.

Achieved by:

F

Supporting Christian mission and aid agencies.

F

Continuing to lead acts of worship at the Warden Hill home.

F

Encouraging members to be involved in community organisations.

F

Encouraging members to care for their neighbours.

F

Encouraging social responsibility.

F

Playing a full part in the ecumenical life of Churches Together.

F

Promoting the use of our premises and facilities by community groups.