St Michael’s Strategic Mission Plan

Strategic Mission Plan
2020 – 2024

Our Mission

St Michael’s is a vibrant, inclusive, hospitable and community focused city church, sharing a contemporary and progressive Christian theology embracing spirituality, the arts, wellbeing, justice and compassion.

Our Vision

St Michael’s vision is to be a nurturing and dynamic Christian spiritual community contributing to a world where each person and all creation can flourish and enjoy abundant life within the city of Melbourne and beyond.

Strategic Directions

The St Michael’s Community will –

1. Express our community life through:• embodying our commitment to progressive theology, spirituality and music;
   • encouraging a culture that is caring, respectful and inclusive;
   • constructive and effective communication and decision making;
   • effective and sustainable management of property and resources to facilitate the church’s mission.
2. Build partnerships that are aligned with the mission and vision of St Michael’s including:• theologically progressive groups;
   • the wider Uniting Church and other organisations working for social and ecological justice;
   • other civic and community groups.
3. Be outwardly focused by:• meeting not only the needs of the current membership but also responding to people in the wider/global community;
   • drawing people into the life of the church through the practices of progressive faith, spirituality and hospitality;
   • connecting with a younger demographic;
   • supporting members of the community through a range of outreach services including a focus on mental health and well-being;
   • connecting and communicating with a wider audience using contemporary technology.

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