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I chose
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appointed
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Created and affirmed by the congregation in January 2000

WE ARE CALLED TO WORSHIP AS A CHRIST-CENTERED PEOPLE
We are a people called out and claimed by God's love revealed in Jesus Christ. We are called to participate in the new life brought about by the events of Good Friday, Easter and Pentecost. We gather gladly for worship in response to Christ's triumph over the powers of sin and death.

WE ARE CALLED TO BE A NURTURING PEOPLE
We are called to embody God's transforming love and grace within a celebrating community that rejoices in God's life-giving, forgiving, reconciling, and empowering love. We embrace members and friends of all ages, who are nurtured in the journey of faith, as disciples of the living Christ. Our discipleship is fostered in the fellowship of prayer, Bible study, Christian education, worship, communion, common meals, and the commitment to care for one another.

WE ARE CALLED TO BE A WITNESSING PEOPLE
We are called to fulfill the promise, "You shall be my witnesses." We aspire to be a beacon of hope to a troubled world and a light for all to see the transforming power of Jesus Christ in our lives. We are called to serve Christ in the least and forgotten of our world, giving witness to the mighty acts of God through our own acts of compassion and justice as empowered by the Spirit. With thankful hearts, we pledge to give generously to local and global missions. We affirm our commitment to be apostles who reach out to invite all people to participate in new life with Jesus Christ.

WE ARE CALLED TO BE A PEOPLE OF HOPE IN A CHANGING WORLD
We are called to be a people of hope, celebrating always and everywhere the kingdom that is coming into the world, living and sharing the good news of God's saving grace, serving all people in love.

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American Baptist Churches in the U.S.A

 A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. 35 By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another."

John 13:34-35

First Baptist Church -2502 East College Avenue - Bloomington, IL 61704
Phone: 309.662.4253 - Fax: 309.663.2273
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