20+ Examples of Church Vision Statements
To help churches in their search for a clear and meaningful vision, here are 20 examples of church vision statements and how to implement them at your church.
When going to a local church or even searching online, it’s understandable to ask, “What is this church’s vision? What are they hoping to achieve through ministry?” Vision statements are the essence of a church’s purpose and provide a general direction for the church.
Having a clear church vision helps focus and motivate church staff, volunteers, and of course, congregants. It also helps to focus attention on the core values and activities that keep a church on track to accomplishing its goals.
Examples of Church vision statements
1. “To exalt the Savior, edify the Saints, and evangelize the Sinner” – Christ Fellowship in Redding, California
2. “Our aim is to be a relevant, serving, outreach-focused, Bible-teaching church” – Calvary Chapel Southbay in Los Angeles, California
3. “To multiply disciples and disciple-makers of Jesus Christ in our community and the world” – The Bridge Church in Boston, Massachusetts
4. “Making followers of Jesus Christ who treasured Jesus above all things” – Bridge of Life Church in Hagerstown, Maryland
5. “To help people find their God given purpose and to fulfill it” – Missionary Church of the Tabernacle in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
6. “Loving God, Loving People and Serving the World” – The Orchard Church in Arlington Heights, Illinois
7. “To know Christ, show Christ, and be Christ to all we meet” – Bay Life Church in Brandon, Florida
8. “To honor God by encouraging people to develop a passionate relationship with Jesus through the power of the Holy Spirit” – Life Baptist Church in Gainesville, Georgia
9. “Transforming lives to go and tell” – Grace Baptist Church in New Castle, Delaware
10. “To be a church that is led by the Holy Spirit and is in relationship with God through Jesus Christ” – Life Church International in Toledo, Ohio
11. “Loving Jesus and Loving Our Communities” – Faith Anglican Church in Boulder, Colorado
12. “To exalt the Savior, equip the saints, and evangelize the world” – Eastway Christian Church in Wichita, Kansas
13. “To make and mature a growing family of fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ for the glory of God” – Word of Life Church in Wildomar, California
14. “To take the words and mindset of Jesus to our community and to the nations” – Christ Church in Rochester, New York
15. “To be a ministry of hope, grace, and love” – United Methodist Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, Kansas
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16. “Helping people become fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ” – Hoffman Estates United Methodist Church in Hoffman Estates, Illinois
17. “To grow in our love for Jesus, and to reach out to those in the world who don’t yet know Jesus” – First Presbyterian Church in Tempe, Arizona
18. “Grow in Christ, Serve with Love” – Northstar Church in Dallas, Texas
19. “To love God, love each other, and reach the world” – Westlake Baptist Church in Groveland, Florida
20. “Uniting people with God and with each other in Jesus Christ” – Apostolic Church of God in Chicago, Illinois
The vision statements listed above can be used as is or adapted to fit your individual church’s mission and values. No matter what, be sure to create a statement that is clear and inspiring to the church body, and that stays true to the church’s objectives.
Church vision statements have the power to bring focus, motivation, and unity to your church, and can play an essential role in implementing your church’s mission goals. These 20 examples of church vision statements help give you and your congregation a sense of direction and guide your church forward.
Taking the opportunity to create a meaningful church vision statement, that is true to your church, is of great value and can have long lasting positive effects.
Ready to create your church’s own statement?
Begin by discussing and brainstorming different vision statements with your congregants, staff, and volunteers and identify what it is that your church should be aiming for. From there, be sure to come up with a statement that is both clear and inspiring to the church.
Now that you know what to expect, it’s time to start crafting the right church vision statement for your church.