Mission and Vision
Mission Statement
We are a growing community of God's forgiven children called to follow Christ.
The Fifteen-Year Vision of Holy Cross is to offer our Northside Spokane Community:
A Strong Church Family Ministry
A Thriving Interconnecting Intergenerational Church Family Ministry, Fully Equipped Early Childhood Center (expanded preschool, childcare, and kindergarten), Vibrant Teen Ministry, Growing Young Adult Ministry, and Midweek Afterschool Programming for Children and Families
More Joyful Worship Opportunities
Another Worship Service working toward: A Variety of Musical Styles (traditional and praise, in keeping with our core worship values), A Variety of Service Times
A Newly Planted Daughter Congregation
Partnering with other Spokane churches for new mission opportunities, a newly planted congregation in a community needing it that meets ministry needs we cannot meet at Holy Cross
The core values of Holy Cross that have helped us define this mission and vision are that:
We are…
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Founded on God's Word adhering to the Lutheran Confessions for a Christ-centered law and gospel ministry
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Centered around worship, prayer, and sacraments (following a liturgical order and flow of worship)
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Active in Bible study
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Equipping the saints for ministry
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Encouraging fellowship: "Loving One Another"
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Passionate about youth
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Practicing stewardship
We aspire to be…
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Focusing outward through community involvement, evangelism, and outreach
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Building relationships with God and one another
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Welcoming