ABOUT EMMANUEL

There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus.
Galatians 3:28

We believe that God loves everyone; no exceptions! As such, we are an inclusive community that welcomes people regardless of economic status, sexual and gender orientation, race, ethnicity, etc.

We are guided by the core values expressed in our Baptismal Covenant outlined in the Book of Common Prayer (BCP). This means that we are to not only believe the concepts embodied in the Baptismal Covenant, but we are to become what we believe.

We are grounded in sacramental worship, and we strive to live lives that honor the dignity of every human, that seek to see Christ in all persons, that work for more just and peaceful communities, that seek reconciliation with God and others, that share the Good News, that acknowledge our sinful ways and return to God for forgiveness.

Baptismal Covenant, BCP 304

Celebrant Do you believe in God the Father?

People I believe in God, the Father almighty,
creator of heaven and earth.

Celebrant Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God?

People I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord,
He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit
and born of the Virgin Mary.
He suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died, and was buried.
He descended to the dead.
On the third day he rose again.
He ascended into heaven,
and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

Celebrant Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit?

People I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy catholic Church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and the life everlasting.

Celebrant Will you continue in the apostles' teaching and
fellowship, in the breaking of the bread, and in the prayers?