ELMC Vision
Statement
Education and Leadership Ministries Commission (ELMC) engages in ministries of education and faith formation for persons and communities by providing a dynamic ecumenical setting in which denominations and other institutions gather. ELMC's calling is grounded in the biblical story, the gospel of Jesus Christ, and the global vision of God's shalom for all creation.
ELMC program committees reflect the core values of this vision statement. Gospel-centered, spiritually grounded and prophetic, they promote justice, diversity, models of shared leadership, and Christian views on hospitality and nurture. The ELMC partnerships enhance the involvement of people beyond the program committees in broader networking relationships so that members grow in faithfulness, theological understanding, and social responsibility.
-- Adopted by the ELMC Program Board, January 22, 2001
ELMC 2004-2007 Mission Statement
In the 2004-2007 quadrennium for our working and our being together: We commit ourselves to becoming an antiracist body; to strengthening our relationships among committees, communions and the broader table; and to supporting our staff for professional development, assessment and self care.
-- Adopted by the ELMC Administrative Board, April 5, 2004