"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you.”
(Matthew 28:19-20a)
Purpose
Through the Great Commission, commandments of God and other biblical texts, we believe our purpose as a Church is
to be and to make life-long disciples of Christ
who seek to care for all the community of creation
through loving service.
"It is he whom we proclaim, warning and teaching everyone in all wisdom, so that we may present everyone mature in Christ."
(Colossians 1:28)
Vision ↑
Our vision therefore as a Parish is
We believe our primary role is to nurture spiritual growth in those who have no faith, a little faith, or great faith.
This is more than just proselytizing, its about showing genuine care and support for those around us through nurture. In this way we show out the love of Jesus and faith is thereby nurtured.
We can all grow in our faith which is not achieved by just attending services; we believe we need to as a church be intentional in our own and others growth.
This vision will empower believers to live out their faith, impact their communities, and draw closer to God.
“Keep alert; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. Let all that you do be done in love.”
(1 Corinthians 16:13-14)
Values ↑
Our values are taken from the passage above from 1 Corinthians.
These values shape a Christian’s character, guide their actions, and reflect their relationship with God and fellow humans.
They provide a compass for navigating life’s complexities, anchoring believers in their faith journey.
These values intersect beautifully with the Diocesan values: contemplation strengthens faith, courage fuels compassionate action, and love motivates both.
Firm in Faith
Faith is not blind belief but a confident trust in God’s promises and character.
Hebrews 11:1 defines faith as “the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.”
Faith provides hope—hope empowers believers to persevere through trials, knowing that God is faithful.
Traditional Catholic Anglicanism is who we are, and we are confident in our tradition, our history, and its strengths.
Strong and Courageous
Courage is essential for fulfilling God’s purposes.
Christians draw strength from their relationship with God, prayer, and reliance on His power.
Courage allows believers to stand up for truth, defend the vulnerable, and boldly share the gospel.
It’s not recklessness but a willingness to obey God even when it’s uncomfortable.
Do everything in Love
Jesus summarized the commandments into two: love God and love others (Matthew 22:37-39).
Love is central to Christian living.
Christian love (agape) is selfless, sacrificial, and unconditional.
It’s not based on feelings but a deliberate choice to put others’ needs above our own without want of anything in return.
Love manifests in kindness, forgiveness, compassion, and service. It’s not just a feeling but an active commitment to care for others.
Our Parish prayer:
God of our Journey,
Teach us to be
Firm in Faith,
Strong and Courageous, and
To do everything in Love.
Amen.
Mission ↑
We believe our calling and mission as a Church, which is part of the larger Mission of God, is...
to nurture in others faith,
to be lifelong learners of Christ,
to share our Catholic Anglican spiritual roots,
to be a safe and trusted place for all,
to be an open and welcoming community,
to be an intergenerational community of grace,
to be active in service to each other and others around us, and
to encourage fellowship.
Are you inspired by our vision?
Would like to make the story of Easthampstead Parish Church part of your own?