Central Lutheran's Affirmation of Welcome
Central Lutheran's Long Range Goals

Central Lutheran's Affirmation of Welcome

We affirm with the apostle Paul that in Christ "there is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male nor female" (Galatians 3:28). Christ has made us one.

As a community of God striving to be inclusive and open to diversity, we, the members of Central Lutheran Church, welcome all people to join us as we struggle to better understand the mysteries of God's teaching and purposes for us. Although our world can seem to be a place of alienation and brokenness, Christ calls us to reconciliation and wholeness. We are challenged by Christ to care for, to love, to understand, and to listen to each other, regardless of our race, age, gender, marital status, physical and mental abilities, sexual/affectional orientation, national origin or economic status. We celebrate the special gifts that each has to bring!

All people are welcome within the membership of Central Lutheran Church upon making the same affirmation of faith made by all members of the churches of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. And, as members of this church, we are all expected and encouraged to share in the sacramental and general life of this congregation. We celebrate together our unity as God's people.

Central Lutheran's Long Range Goals

1. We ensure that all who pass through our doors are warmly welcomed, supported, cared for and invited to participate in the life of the congregation.
2. We provide opportunities for the congregation and its members and friends to engage in service to those in need in our community.
3. We include children and youth in the life of the congregation in meaningful ways.
4. We advocate and witness on issues of peace and social justice.
5. We are a community committed to spiritual growth and Christian Education.