Vision Statement
Our Vision is
To respond to the liberating love of God in Christ
To serve all who live and work in the diocese
We affirm
The importance of parish churches as local centres of Christian worship, spirituality, community life and mission
The purpose of the Church is to
Proclaim the good news of God's kingdom
Teach, baptise and nurture new believers
Respond to human need by loving service
Challenge injustice and care for God's creation
Led by the Bishop, the diocese, as part of the Church of England exists to:
Serve and strengthen the parishes and sustain the Church's mission
Create a shared vision and strategy
Support the vocation and witness of Christians in society
Promote creative relationships with key institutions and networks
We value
The historic commitment of the Church of England to respond to the spiritual needs of the whole community
The leadership of the clergy in mission and pastoral care
The full participation of lay people in the whole life of the Church
All opportunities to work with our ecumenical partners
Co-operation and teamwork at all levels of Church life
Creative responses to the challenges of a changing culture
Positive attitudes to differences in the Church
Co-operation in mission with the world Church
Simple, coherent and accountable ways of working
Openness to God and a sense of spiritual adventure
This statement is made by the Bishop of Guildford, his staff, officers and the Bishop's Council and has been accepted by the Diocesan Synod. 1999
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