Mission, Vision and Values
Vision Statement
We are Mariners… a prayer-powered community courageously changing the world, led by Scripture and the Holy Spirit, to offer life in Jesus Christ.
Mission Statement
To Make and Mobilize Disciples who Magnify Jesus Christ.
Values
People – All people matter to God (John 3:16-17, 2 Peter 3:9)
Vitality – Active faith keeps going deeper and wider to know, grow and go for Christ (James 2:26, Eph. 3:16-19)
Transformation – Intentional Christ-centered living to make a difference in individual lives, homes, church, community, and world (2 Cor. 5:17, Matt. 28:19-20)
Integrity – Being culturally relevant, doctrinally sound with Scripture as our primary source of truth and grace (John 1:16-17, Romans 12:2, 2 Timothy 3:16-17)
Teamwork – Care, share and dare as we work together with grace for the glory of God (Eph. 4:11, Heb. 10:24, 1 Cor. 12:14, Prov. 17:17)
Worship – Vibrant praise and passionate prayer to Christ for what has been, is and will be (Rom. 12:1, Psa. 100:1-5, 1 Thess. 5:17-18)
Excellence – Giving our best to God and to others through the empowering and equipping of the Holy Spirit (Matt. 22:37, Eph. 3:20)
Hospitality – Authentic welcoming of people where they are in life and faith (Matt. 25:35, Heb. 13:2)
Generosity – Generous giving of time, talent, treasure, and testimony honors God. (Luke 8:38, Acts 20:32-35, 2 Cor. 9:12-15)
Basic Beliefs
God’s loves us so much He sacrificed His son to offer us life (John 3:16-17)
All things are possible with God. (Matt. 19:26)
Jesus is the way, the truth the life (John 14:6)
Through Christ we are made new (2 Cor. 5:17)
God’s grace is sufficient (2 Cor. 12:9)
The Holy Spirit is our guide in seas of life (John 16:13)
Troubles will come, but Jesus has overcome the world (John 16:33)
All Scripture is God breathed. (2nd Timothy 3:16-17)
Prayer is an essential communication with God (Phil. 4:6)
Love God/Love neighbor (Mark 12:30-31)
Feed my sheep (John 21:17)
Share the good news wherever you go Mark 16:15