As United Methodists . . .
We believe in God, creator of the world and of all people; and in Jesus Christ, incarnate among us, who died and rose again; and in the Holy Spirit, present with us to guide, strengthen, and comfort.
We rejoice in every sign of God’s kingdom:
- In the upholding of human dignity and community
- In every expression of love, justice, and reconciliation
- In each act of self-giving on behalf of others
- In the abundance of God’s gifts entrusted to us that all may have enough
- In all responsible use of the earth’s resources
We commit ourselves individually and as a community to the way of Christ:
- To take up the cross
- To seek abundant life for all humanity
- To struggle for peace with justice and freedom
- To risk ourselves in faith, hope, and love, praying that God’s kingdom may come
From The World Methodist Social Affirmation © 1986 World Methodist Council
