What We Believe
Colonial Church is...
A Christian community with members from diverse religious backgrounds
We come from a variety of religious traditions. This diversity - as well as our common affirmations - strengthens us as a community of faith. We encourage a broad spectrum of theological thought, but we work, worship, and grow together as one congregation.
Open to critical thinkers and a free exchange of ideas.
Colonial Church encourages critical thinking and supports each individual's personal journey of faith. We offer opportunities for involvement and growth to allow each member to make choices appropriate to his/her personal needs.
A place where the Bible is taken seriously, not literally
We find the Bible, when interpreted thoughtfully and prayerfully, a source of guidance in matters of faith and discipline.
At work in the world
We think our service is beyond our church walls. We reach out to others to offer our gifts and talents.
Our Covenant:
We covenant with the Lord and with one another and do bind ourselves in the presence of God to walk together in Christian love. We seek to worship God in spirit and in truth and to love our neighbor as ourselves. With God's help, we will honor Colonial Church in our conduct, support its program and extend the influence of Christ throughout the world.
Progressive
By calling ourselves progressive, we mean that we are Christians who:
1. Believe that following the path and teachings of Jesus can lead to an awareness and experience of the Sacred and the Oneness and Unity of all life;
2. Affirm that the teachings of Jesus provide but one of many ways to experience the Sacredness and Oneness of life, and that we can draw from diverse sources of wisdom in our spiritual journey;
3. Seek community that is inclusive of ALL people, including but not limited to:
• Conventional Christians and questioning skeptics,
• Believers and agnostics,
• Women and men,
• Those of all sexual orientations and gender identities,
• Those of all classes and abilities;
4. Know that the way we behave towards one another is the fullest expression of what we believe;
5. Find grace in the search for understanding and believe there is more value in questioning than in absolutes;
6. Strive for peace and justice among all people;
7. Strive to protect and restore the integrity of our Earth; and
8. Commit to a path of life-long learning, compassion, and selfless love.
A Christian community with members from diverse religious backgrounds
We come from a variety of religious traditions. This diversity - as well as our common affirmations - strengthens us as a community of faith. We encourage a broad spectrum of theological thought, but we work, worship, and grow together as one congregation.
Open to critical thinkers and a free exchange of ideas.
Colonial Church encourages critical thinking and supports each individual's personal journey of faith. We offer opportunities for involvement and growth to allow each member to make choices appropriate to his/her personal needs.
A place where the Bible is taken seriously, not literally
We find the Bible, when interpreted thoughtfully and prayerfully, a source of guidance in matters of faith and discipline.
At work in the world
We think our service is beyond our church walls. We reach out to others to offer our gifts and talents.
Our Covenant:
We covenant with the Lord and with one another and do bind ourselves in the presence of God to walk together in Christian love. We seek to worship God in spirit and in truth and to love our neighbor as ourselves. With God's help, we will honor Colonial Church in our conduct, support its program and extend the influence of Christ throughout the world.
Progressive
By calling ourselves progressive, we mean that we are Christians who:
1. Believe that following the path and teachings of Jesus can lead to an awareness and experience of the Sacred and the Oneness and Unity of all life;
2. Affirm that the teachings of Jesus provide but one of many ways to experience the Sacredness and Oneness of life, and that we can draw from diverse sources of wisdom in our spiritual journey;
3. Seek community that is inclusive of ALL people, including but not limited to:
• Conventional Christians and questioning skeptics,
• Believers and agnostics,
• Women and men,
• Those of all sexual orientations and gender identities,
• Those of all classes and abilities;
4. Know that the way we behave towards one another is the fullest expression of what we believe;
5. Find grace in the search for understanding and believe there is more value in questioning than in absolutes;
6. Strive for peace and justice among all people;
7. Strive to protect and restore the integrity of our Earth; and
8. Commit to a path of life-long learning, compassion, and selfless love.
