A Christ-centered church sharing faith, hope, and love with each other, our neighbors, and the world.

Provide services of worship at which the Word of God is Preached and the sacraments are administered.

Provide pastoral care and assist all members to participate in this ministry.

Challenge, equip, and support all members in carrying out their calling in their daily lives and in their congregation.

Teach the Word of God.

Witness to the reconciling Word of God in Christ, reaching out to all people.

Respond to human need, work for justice and peace, care for the sick and the suffering, and participate responsibly in society.

Motivate its members to provide financial support for the congregation's ministry and the ministry of the other expressions of the ELCA.

Foster and participate in interdependent relationships with other congregations, the synod, and the church-wide organization of the ELCA.

Foster and participate in ecumenical relationships consistent with the church-wide policy.