Therefore:
We believe that our church is richer if it includes the diverse world around us.
We believe our diverse community plays a vital part in our faith, social and individual growth.
We believe diversity makes us healthier as individuals and as an organization, and sparks creativity and innovation.
We stand against racism, sexism, heterosexism, transphobia, xenophobia, classism, ageism, ableism and all other forms of hate and prejudice.
Our Commitment:
We will work to understand the power of diversity by committing to reflection, education and dialogue.
We will work to increase equitable opportunity in business and hiring practices in our church.
We will work to celebrate the power of diversity through our actions in our church and our community.
We will commit to supporting a balance of programs offered by Third Space and LVPC that reflect our beliefs.
We will review our progress toward these commitments as a standing agenda item for each committee meeting and hold the body of our church accountable for meeting our commitments.
Approved by the Session May 18, 2021.