Our Mission Statement
At Denver UMC, we believe God is calling us to be a Harbor of Hope in a chaotic world.
We exist to Know God, Build Meaningful Relationships, and Unleash Compassion.
Our Vision Statement
Unleashing Christ-like compassion into our community through faith, love, and service.
In the midst of constant change, God is still God.
We believe that God is calling us to be a community where people can leave the unrealistic demands and expectations of the culture behind. We are building the type of worshiping community that stands firm for God in a culture gone off the rails. A harbor is much akin to a sanctuary - it is a place to rest and connect with God. It is a place where vessels take shelter from storms and re-provision so they can set sail once again. We are called to be a church where people have their lives repaired and re-equipped, to go out and face the demands of living with confidence and energy. Being a harbor of hope in a chaotic world begins with our worship services, and extends to every square inch of the property. When you, or anyone else, crosses over the white line from Hwy 16 onto this parcel of land, they should feel and experience that this place is different. It is set apart for God’s glory, and the rescuing of people who are drowning in sin and pain. Denver UMC is a family made up of diverse believers from all over the country, from many walks of life and denominations. Denver UMC has a rich tradition spanning over 130 years of helping people just like you come to know Jesus.
Our Core Beliefs
Jesus Christ, the Son of God, died and rose again for our salvation. He is Lord and Savior.
The Apostles’ Creed summarizes the faith common to Christians across the years and around the world – the Trinity, God as the Creator, Jesus as God’s unique and eternal Son by whose death and resurrection we are reconciled to God, and the Holy Spirit.
We align ourselves with the traditional teachings of the Christian faith as expressed in the Apostles Creed.
I believe in God, the Father Almighty,
creator of heaven and earth.
I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord,
who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
born of the Virgin Mary,
suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died, and was buried;
he descended to the dead.
On the third day he rose again;
he ascended into heaven,
is seated at the right hand of the Father,
and will come again to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy catholic* church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and the life everlasting. Amen.
*universal
Additionally:
God is our refuge and strength a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change,
though the mountains shake in the heart of the sea; though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble with tumult.
-Psalm 46:1-3 (NRSV)