ABOUT US

Inclusivity

The richness of our community is that we seek to be a truly inclusive church. We believe that "God so loved the world" and we try in every way to consistently reflect the belief that this means everyone. In everything we do and say we are careful that we do not exclude someone because of their race, gender, age, physical challenges, social-economic status, or sexual orientation. To that end, we worship with inclusive language, meaning that the language we use is not sexist, racist, ageist, or classist. Our passion to be inclusive is manifested in our commitment to build a church for all people.

Healing and Wholeness

We recognize that we are a community in recovery. We feel that the brokeness in our lives does not have to remain, but can be replaced by the health and wholeness that God intended for all of creation. We believe that all people are in need of God's healing touch and support. It is our understanding that to follow Christ always requires that we overcome our brokenness. Unlike some other churches, Metropolitan Community Church invites people to bring their brokenness to church, but expects that by bringing it, the individual is seeking the healing that only God can provide.

Every Member is a Minister

We believe that every Christian is called into ministry. We are quite clear that Christ does not call us into Christianity, but that Christ calls us into ministry. Anyone is welcome to attend Sweet Spirit as long as they wish without becoming a member. When a person feels that they are ready to be a member, we pray that they are making a commitment to be in ministry through this church. There are countless ways to serve God in this community, but they cannot be done without people who decide to heed Christ's call to "follow me."

Christian Caring

We believe that caring for those who are in need is essential if we are to bear the title of Christians. We strive to be a community reaching out to people in their need whether it be physical, emotional, or spiritual. In a world filled with the brokenness caused by prejudice, poverty and disease, there is tremendous need for the caring that we as a community can provide. We pray that the spirit of Christ is seen as the church reaches out with scarred hands to care for others.

Worship Services

The member of Sweet Spirit Metropolitan Community Church come from a wide range of denominational backgrounds, yet we have discovered that what we share is stronger than our differences. You will see many different religious styles at our services. You are more than welcome to come see for yourself!