Mission Statement

Mission Statement for

Southwest Florida Via Media Episcopalians

Southwest Florida Via Media Episcopalians is an association of clergy and laity which unites theologically diverse persons around mutually shared convictions. As centrist Episcopalians, we seek:

	To remain within the Episcopal Church as the American expression of the Anglican Faith
	To pray continuously for each other regardless of theological position
	To act upon our baptismal vows by striving for justice and full inclusivity of all people within church and society
	To provide safe spaces where people of widespread opinions and theologies can share what is in their hearts
	To move beyond threats of schism holding firm to the image of "one body in Christ"

Firmly rooted in the love of God, discipleship of Christ, witness of Scripture and loyalty to the doctrine, discipline, worship, Constitution and Canons of the Episcopal Church, we welcome fresh manifestations of the Holy Spirit within our common life and mission.