Beliefs, Mission, Values

Our Beliefs

At St. Peter's we believe that:     

  • God has created and sustains all that exists, and his truth is revealed to us in the Holy Bible.

  • God entered human history in the human form of Jesus Christ and revealed himself through Christ's ministry, crucifixion and resurrection.

  • God works through the Church for the redemption of creation by the power of the Holy Spirit.

  • God changes lives through the Gospel of Jesus Christ by calling Christians to lives of discipleship.

  • God calls us to witness to his Word revealed in Holy Scripture, Holy Baptism and in Holy Communion.

  • God calls us to be caring and compassionate to those in need.

  • God has provided a foundation for ministry in the historical witness of the Christian Church, especially in the ecumenical creed and the Lutheran Confessions.

Our Mission

At St. Peter's we:     

  • Welcome people to the faith in Jesus Christ

  • Educate people to be faithful disciples

  • Share our blessings to make a difference in the world in Jesus' name

Our Values

At St. Peter's we value:     

  • Daily Prayer

  • Weekly Worship

  • Each individual as a child of God who posesses unique gifts, talents and abilities

  • Personal integrity

  • Participation in "life-long" Christian education and Bible study

  • Compassion and hospitality