Our Vision, Mission & Christian Values:

Vision:
To grow in the image of Jesus Christ and bear the fruit of the Holy Spirit so that we may bring glory to God.
 
Brief summary of vision statement:
God's ultimate goal for us is to make us like Christ (1 John 3:2).  As we become more and more like him, we discover our true selves, the persons we were created to be.  We can become like Christ by reading and heeding the Word, by studying his life on earth through the Gospels, by spending time in prayer, by being filled with His Spirit, and by doing His work in the world.   This process of becoming a new person in Christ and living by the power of the Holy Spirit is obtained by joining our life with His (John 15:4-5).  We must know Him, love Him, remember Him, and imitate Him.  This fulfills the intended purpose of the law - to love God and our neighbors.  An encouragement to all believers - that as we live in the last days, we are subject to temptations, immoral living, apostasy, and sin - we have a God who can keep us from falling and will remain faithful to bring us into his presence and give us everlasting joy.  He deserves our highest praise!
 
Bible references:
Romans 8:29 For God knew his people in advance, and he chose them to become like his Son, so that his Son would be the firstborn, with many brothers and sisters.
Galatians 5:22-23 But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things!
Psalm 106:47 Save us, O LORD our God, And gather us from among the nations, To give thanks to Your holy name And glory in Your praise.
Jude 1:25 All glory to him, who alone is God our Savior, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Yes, glory, majesty, power, and authority belong to him, in the beginning, now, and forevermore. Amen.

Mission: 
  To understand and fulfill our vision as Laurel Church of God by training and equipping the church for growth and blessing to others.
 
Mission(s) for each ministry will be more specific. 
 
Christian Values:
·         Bible as standard
·         Love God and others
·         Respect and humility
·         Recognize role and authority
·         Integrity and honesty
·         Discipline and service
·         Commitment and dedication
·         Strength and courage
·         Joy and peace