In 2011 Community Congregational Church entered into a process we called futuring. We took a long hard look at who we are and what we were all about. After extensive discernment, home meetings, and community gatherings we identified our Core Values.
COMMUNITY CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH,
United Church of Christ, of Benicia
These are our Core Values Approved on June 26, 2011, by a unanimous vote of the congregation. As believers and followers of Jesus, the Christ, we value “Community” through the statement that:
“No matter who you are, or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here.“
Spiritual life: We take the Bible too seriously to take it literally.
• Believing in the one, Creator God; and God’s son, Jesus Christ, who walked among us, was crucified, buried and rose from the dead.
• Being inspired by the Still-speaking God by providing a Bible-guided education and worship.
• Emphasizing meaningful worship through song, scripture, prayer and message.
• Providing a varied music ministry.
• Valuing intellectual stimulation.
• Respecting doubts.
• Encouraging questions.
Basic Values: Our core values define our character.
• Welcoming.
• Being responsible stewards of our church resources.
• Planning for change and growth.
• Celebrating diversity and inclusiveness.
• Being open and affirming.
• Honoring Congregational governance.
• Enjoying joy and fun by celebrating life with others.
• Caring for each other.
• Investing in people of all ages.
• Actively supporting and involving our Youth.
• Providing an emotionally and physically safe environment.
Discipleship in action: Justice isn’t about “Just Us”
• Pursuing justice in our community, nation and world.
• Acting as Christ’s hands and voices in the world.
• Engaging the faith community.
• Honoring God’s creation.
