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Missions and Stewardship |
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Here's our vision of mission |
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The Cross The cross is in the forefront, it is central. The words of the apostle Paul become our words: "For the message about the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God" (1 Cor 1:18). All mission and ministry respond to the amazing love of God as revealed in Jesus Christ. United Mission provides a vital way for American Baptists to respond to God's grace in Christ The Globe Our mission is to the world. The Bible teaches that God is "not wanting any to perish, but all to come to repentance" (2 Peter 3:9). Jesus is introduced by John the Baptist as "the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world" (In 1:29). Our mission begins in local congregations and stretches to every person in every country in God's creation. United Mission provides a far-reaching way to respond to God's vision of ministry for us. The Church The church is symbolized not by a building, but with people. The figures represent American Baptists as multi-cultural members of one body. We are united as a community of faith at the foot of the cross with the world in our hearts. With outstretched arms we receive and share God's blessings with joy and worship. This mission is not a burden; it is uplifting. The church is the central component of United Mission. In fact, contributions to United Mission are given by churches, not individuals. Strengthening the local church is the prime focus of United Mission. Jesus said, "On this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hell will not prevail against it" (Mt 16:18). Christ loved the church and gave himself for it. United Mission is a church-friendly system for Christian financial stewards. |
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Questions?
Comments? Contact us at abcin@abc-indiana.org |
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