Vision Statement

Our Identity

We are the Beckley Presbyterian Church, a traditional downtown church in Appalachia learning how to minister in a non-traditional time. We have a rich history and a myriad of accomplishments. Our worship, education, and preaching are all Bible-based.

The congregation consists of talented, caring, friendly people who have a strong desire to help those less fortunate. We accept and encourage people from diverse populations to join with us in celebrating the glory of God.

We are open to change while holding onto certain values and traditions. We are willing to change for something that brings us in line with God's desires, but not just for the sake of change. We are called to reach out and accept people of all ages, races, socioeconomic backgrounds, and diverse beliefs, recognizing that we can disagree, while showing compassion and tolerance.

Our Theological Affirmation

We believe in God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit.

We believe that worship is for praising God, a time to commune and give thanks.

We believe in the power of prayer and the fact that God will guide us in the right direction.

We believe that God is here to give life and renew life,

enabling people to hear God's message through scripture,

adopting us as God's own through baptism,

nourishing us, and

calling us to boldly minister to the world.

Our Mission

We are called by God to utilize our gifts and talents to continue our service to all people.

We are called to educate our congregation and community about God's word and his expectations of us as his people.

We are called to continue and expand our service in the community, to strengthen our Christian Education and Youth Programs, and to take an individual and corporate "leap of faith" with regard to commitment, both monetarily and spiritually.

We are called to reach out to those in need of God's word and invite them into his fold.

We are called to expand God's church and be a witness to his greatness through deeds of love and compassion and by offering opportunities for the non-churched to hear about God.

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WE, THE MEMBERS OF THE BECKLEY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH,

COMMIT TO THE FOLLOWING IMMEDIATE OBJECTIVES:

1. We will strive to add new members through faith sharing, the development of new programs, and better publicity. (Church Growth Committee)

2. We will develop an early summer Sunday worship service along traditional lines for July and August, and we will explore the possibility of a different kind of additional worship service to begin within the next few years. (Worship Committee)

3. We will explore a Bible study or other programs in the Glade Springs area, possibly in cooperation with Trinity Presbyterian Church. (Christian Education Committee)

4. We will increase member involvement in visitation and congregational care with emphasis on seniors. (Congregational Care Committee)

5. We will establish a campus ministry with Mountain State University. (Campus Ministry Committee)

6. We will expand the YMCA / Beckley Presbyterian Church relationship and the use of facilities and programs. (YMCA Committee)

7. We will commit to the addition of an Associate Pastor with responsibilities in youth ministry and Christian education. (Personnel and Pastor Nominating Committees)

8. We will increase the use of fine arts and performing arts in worship and the life of the church. (Arts Committee)

9. We will explore the following property needs: Upgrading kitchen equipment; Heating/air conditioning and handicap access in Educational Building; Lighting and general appearance of the sanctuary; Parking. (Property Committee)

10. We will develop a program to identify interests and abilities of members for the purpose of establishing a means to actively involve volunteers in the mission of the church. (Membership Involvement Team)

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