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:

bulletTo remain within the Episcopal Church as the American expression of the Anglican Faith
bulletTo pray continuously for each other regardless of theological position
bulletTo act upon our baptismal vows by striving for justice and full inclusivity of all people within church and society
bulletTo provide safe spaces where people of widespread opinions and theologies can share what is in their hearts
bulletTo 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.