Mission & Values
St. Columba’s Episcopal Church is an inclusive Christian community of all ages that welcomes one and all, encourages spiritual curiosity, celebrates children and youth, and embraces the world in the spirit of God’s justice and love.
Our Mission and Values
Our values inform our parish life, guide us in our mission, and lead us to realize our vision for the future. We are:
Open-hearted
Whoever you are, wherever you are in your journey of faith, you are welcome at St. Columba’s.
Growing in Faith
We are growing in Christ’s love through worship, song, study, prayer, and celebration.
Grateful Stewards
We approach our relationships and ministries with integrity and humility, and we preserve, protect, and restore God’s creation and all resources entrusted to our care.
Innovative
We are forward-looking and creative, as we seek to embody and share God’s love in a changing world.
Called to Bold Action
We practice Christianity to create a just society, seeking allies and nurturing partnerships to serve our neighborhood, our city, and the world.
Our Priorities
St. Columba’s is committed to four core priorities:
Strengthen Community
We will be generous and open-hearted.
Practice Faith
We will embrace discipleship and spiritual growth.
Embrace our World
We will lead through acts of service.
Build Capacity
We will ensure the parish has the resources required to achieve its mission.
St. Columba’s Strategic Plan
St. Columba's Strategic Plan: "A Vision for our Future, 2020-2022" illustrates how our values inform our parish life, guide us in our mission, and lead us to realize our vision for the future.
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St. Columba's Strategic Plan
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