What We Believe

Core Beliefs

We emphasize following Jesus Christ in daily life, serving those in need, and working for justice and peace nonviolently. For us, that includes a commitment to inclusivity in church life as well as the importance of recognizing our place within nature. The wisdom of our historical tradition is firmly committed to the separation of church and state, even as we recognize our civic responsibility to stand with the marginalized.

Connections Beyond Our Congregation

These are a couple of the groups we’re formally affiliated with. We find these connections helpful for resourcing, accountability, and working together toward something larger than ourselves.

• Indiana-Michigan Mennonite Conference

• Mennonite Church USA

• Mennonite World Conference

“Mennonite”? What’s that?

The Anabaptist movement began 500 years ago when Christian believers wanted to follow the example of Jesus, rather than decrees of the state-sponsored church. The movement grew rapidly, although thousands suffered persecution and death at the hands of oppressive political powers. Those Anabaptists who followed the radical teachings of Menno Simons were called Mennonites. We also share many of the same traditions as our faith-siblings in the Brethren and Friends (Quakers) communities, all Historic Peace Churches.