LMC's Vision for the Church
The Vision Statement that we have prepared is:
We believe God calls LMC to be a community which:
- Praises God
- Loves one another
- Makes more and better disciples
- Serves in Christ's name
- Grows our faith
- Gives generously
What is a Vision Statment?
Researcher George Barna defines vision as "a clear mental image of a preferable future, imparted by God to his chosen servants based upon an accurate understanding of God, self, and circumstances."
Vision is the current understanding of God's spiritual strategic direction for a congregation that is cast by leadership and owned by membership. Vision is more than something written in fifteen words or less. It is a movement that is experienced and memorable. It is energizing. Proverbs 29:18 indicates that where there is no vision or current revelation from God, the people perish, or cast off all restraint.
Congregations with a clear vision find reasons to affirm what is right about their congregation, and build on that. The source of congregational vision is God the Father.