Many congregations say, "all are welcome," or "come as you are," but don't mean it. This is especially true for people Christian communities have historically and routinely excluded or harmed: our LGBTQIA+ siblings, those who are divorced, people of color, those living will mental illness, those who are differently abled, those with theological questions and doubts, families who don't look like the "typical" nuclear family, and the list goes on. At Messiah, we are serious about our commitment to not only provide a safe community for those other Christian communities have mistreated, but to also invite them into full participation and leadership within our congregation.

Learn more about our commitments to justice and inclusion.