What We Believe
Our Vision Statement
Whoever and Wherever You Are, We Welcome You into a Life with Christ at Second Pres.
Our Welcome Statement
As one part of the church of Jesus Christ, we are inspired and guided by Christ’s vision of God’s realm—one that includes all who seek to love God and neighbor.
Second Presbyterian Church welcomes all people.
As a congregation of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), we invite those who respond in trust and obedience to God’s grace in Jesus Christ to become part of the membership and ministry of the church.
We would be pleased to have you join us in our journey of faith, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, economic or family status, ethnic background, mental or physical abilities.
Our Mission Statement
We, the members of Second Presbyterian Church, celebrating our rich heritage and the faith we affirm in Jesus Christ as Lord, claim our mission to be a growing and inclusive congregational community where all are committed:
to grow in knowledge of the faith, in depth of spirituality, in the quality of our fellowship, and in compassion for all God’s children and creation;
to recognize and use effectively the time, talents, and material gifts of all members and of the congregation as a whole;
to care actively for the spiritual, physical, and intellectual needs of persons in this congregation, community, and world, and to participate meaningfully in the larger Church.
FAQ
FAQ
Find answers to common questions about our services, ministries, and how to get involved in our church community.
History
History
Since 1828, we have been blessed to serve our community through faith, fellowship, and dedication to spreading God's love.
Leadership
Leadership
Meet our dedicated team of pastors, ministry leaders, and staff members who work together to serve our congregation and community.
We believe the story of God’s desire for our world as related in the Bible.
“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”
We believe that Jesus Christ is the Only Begotten Son of God. In the fullness of time, he walked this earth in the area of Galilee.
“In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.”
Our world, including all people and creatures in it, was created good. Therefore, we are called to care for all of creation. Therefore, we are an Earth Care Congregation.
“God created them in the image of God.”
All persons are created equally in the image of God. Therefore, all are welcome to join us for worship. Click here to read our Statement of Welcome.
“The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me.”
The Spirit of God moves freely through the world, and through the people of God, to bring Creation to wholeness. Therefore, we are committed to involvement in compassion and outreach efforts that promote healing, helping and peacemaking.
“Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth.”
We believe that the world as it now is good in many ways, and also broken in many ways. Our efforts will not be enough to bring creation to the perfection that God intended. Therefore, we look to the time to come when all tears will be dried, all brokenness healed, all peace restored.