Our Vision Statement

Following Christ and Living It

Because of our new life in Jesus as the body of Christ, we commit to grow in Him by:

• Receiving the gifts of forgiveness and life through God’s Word and Sacraments
• Trusting in God’s promises
• Praying fervently
• Rejoicing in the Church’s worship and musical traditions
• Inviting all who seek a deeper connection with God and meaning in life
• Providing a faith home for the whole family
• Engaging people’s gifts for service
• Celebrating Christian fellowship actions:

Because of our new life in Jesus as the body of Christ, we commit to touch the lives of others by:

• Sharing the good news of the Gospel in word and deed
• Responding to community needs by the power of the Holy Spirit
• Ministering to the sojourners among us
• Practicing Christian stewardship of all our God-given resources
• Sharing God’s love by reaching out to the lonely and the struggling
• Engaging the culture and community through education and proclamation

Our Mission

The Lutheran Church of the Messiah is a “town-gown” congregation that serves the Princeton academic community and the people of the surrounding area.

We gather as a loving fellowship of believers in Christ to joyfully praise and serve the Lord, using our God-given gifts to build up each other in the faith.

With a spirit of unity and gratitude, we go forth in the power of the Holy Spirit, sharing with all God’s forgiveness, love, peace, and life, ministering to the needs of others.