Why We Are Here
Our Mission
Our mission is to encourage Christian faith, to help people grow spiritually, to offer places and times for worship and prayer, and to reflect the love of Jesus Christ through compassion and service.
The Christian message calls each of us to live with kindness, humility, forgiveness and understanding, and to care for one another. Seven principles guide us.
✦To share the love of Christ, nurture faith, strengthen fellowship, and serve others with compassion.
Seven guiding principles
I
Sharing the Christian faith
Helping people encounter the Christian message and the teachings of Jesus Christ.
II
Worship and prayer
Treasuring worship together, personal prayer, reflection and devotion.
III
Biblical teaching
Encouraging engagement with Holy Scripture and a deeper understanding of faith.
IV
Spiritual growth
Walking alongside people on their journey of faith through teaching, reflection and fellowship.
V
Compassion and service
Living out love, kindness and forgiveness, especially toward those facing hardship.
VI
Christian fellowship
Building real friendships within the church community and welcoming newcomers warmly.
VII
Preserving religious heritage
Honouring the historical importance of Saint Mary's in the religious life of Ardee.