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Welcome
Welcome to Shiloh-Sixth Avenue United Church! Are you longing for authentic community? Do you want to explore ancient spiritual paths that have amazing relevance for today? Do you think Jesus might have been far more interesting than the plastic holy version posited by many churches? Do you want your life to mean something because you make a difference? Come and see! We have a spiritual home for you! We are progressive and radically inclusive followers of Jesus seeking God's healing and transformation for ourselves and our world. Do you love to sing and make music? Come and join our choir. Do you love to connect with others. Come and join one of our small groups. Are you curious about Progressive Christianity and a radically inclusive Jesus? Come and join us for worship on Sundays at 11 am There are countless ways to find authentic community, nurture your spirit, and make a difference at Shiloh-Sixth Avenue United. We are looking forward to meeting you... For questions about children, youth and young adults, email or talk to Mary, Children, Youth and Young Adult Coordinator, 604-522-3443 ext 28 or maryn@shiloh-6ave.net For questions about our Hospitality Project, contact Jaimie McEvoy, Project Coordinator 604-522-3443 ext 33 or jaimiem@shiloh-6ave.net For questions about everything else, contact Vilma, at our Church office,
Our Mission and Vision
Shiloh-Sixth Avenue United Church Our Mission: Our Vision:
As followers of Jesus Christ, caught up in God's mission to the world, we are a courageous community united in faith for prayerful service.
We commit ourselves to spiritual growth and to supporting each other to live as disciples in the real world.
We are filled with the joy of worship that is relevant today.
We are a spiritually curious and questioning people, open to exploring old and new ideas and expressions of our theology
We are a radically and intentionally inclusive** community, which is genuinely and warmly welcoming.
Empowered by the Holy Spirit, and guided by scripture we pursue with zeal:
- justice, compassion and hospitality for all;
- nurturing and using our God given talents and resources with confidence as faithful stewards;
- meeting people where they are.
- spiritually fulfilling worship which includes a variety of music and creative art forms that engage our senses.
- the growth of our congregation.
- a new generation - including children, youth, and young adults to carry God's mission into the future.
- the well-being of our neighbourhood, and solidarity with those who are marginalised.
- empowering and freeing our clergy to serve as spiritual leaders and teachers who equip us for transformational ministry.
**Based in the hospitality of Jesus Christ, we practise an open door/table policy, where all are welcome to worship and explore Christian faith with us regardless of age, race or colour, family status, physical or mental dis/ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, class, income level, nationality, ancestry or place of origin, marital status, or religious point of view.
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