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The Vision of The United Methodist Church

Stepping in faith into a new season of ministry

The United Methodist Church forms disciples of Jesus Christ who, empowered by the Holy Spirit, love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously in local communities and worldwide connections.

Love Boldly: We passionately love God and, like Jesus, embrace and include people of every age, nation, race, gender, and walk of life. (Matthew 22:37-39 | John 13:34-35)

Serve Joyfully:  With the heart of Christ, we journey alongside the most vulnerable among us, offering care and compassion with joy. (Psalm 100:1 | Nehemiah 8:10 | John 13:14-15 | 1 Peter 4:10)

Lead Courageously: Following Jesus’ example, we resist and dismantle all systems of evil, injustice, and oppression, striving for peace, justice, and reconciliation. (Joshua 1:9 | Ephesians 6:10)

Share the ways your local church is living into the Vision by posting on social media and adding #LoveServeLeadUMC. Search the hashtag to be inspired by others' stories!

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Watch this video to learn about the four-year discernment journey that led to the articulation of the Vision, what the Vision means for the denomination, and how the Vision will guide United Methodists as we continue to live into our mission.
A new Vision for The UMC

Church leaders can lean on a handy reference guide and video resources as they bring the new UMC Vision to their church via prayer, teaching and alignment.

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Resources: Build awareness of our Vision

Encourage your congregation to celebrate the ways they are already living the Vision, and to find new opportunities to love, serve and lead in your context.

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