Global: Today we speak many languages and live in many countries—with different cultures, ethnic traditions, national histories and a variety of understandings of Christian faith and practice.
Connectional: Every United Methodist congregation is interconnected throughout the denomination via a unique, interlocking chain of conferences. The United Methodist Church practices a representative democracy in it its governance. Conferences elect delegates who are authorized to act and vote.
Inclusive: All persons are welcome to attend our churches and receive Holy Communion, and are eligible to be baptized and become members.
Grounded in Scripture: Our faith is guided by Scripture, tradition, experience and reason. Of paramount importance, however, is Scripture as the witness of God’s creating, redeeming and sustaining relationship with God’s people.
Wesleyan: The United Methodist Church has a Wesleyan heritage, and as such, places an emphasis on mind and heart (knowledge and vital piety) and putting faith and love into practice.
Concern for social justice: For more than 200 years, The United Methodist Church and its predecessor bodies have expressed concern for God’s children everywhere — the poor, the orphaned, the aging, the sick, the oppressed and the imprisoned.
Mission-orientated: Our mission is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. In uncomplicated terms, this means we strive to nurture followers of Christ who then reach out and teach others about the love of Jesus.
Ecumenical: United Methodists consider dialogue and cooperation with other Christians as a vital witness to the unity of the body of Christ.
Visit us on Sunday morning at 9:30 am at The United Methodist Church of the Good Shepherd, 9 Park Street here in Newport, NH . . . you have no idea what God may have in mind for you!