About Us
Our Vision & Mission
At the Church of the Apostles, United Church of Christ, we strive to follow Jesus’ example through inclusivity, generosity, and advocacy. Our core values include:
Inclusive Refuge
We provide a welcoming and safe space for all to come as they are.
Compassionate Justice
We stand for social justice, working towards a more equitable and compassionate world.
We are committed to caring for our environment as a precious creation of God.
Who We Are
Formed in 1975 by merging St. Paul’s UCC and St. John’s UCC, Church of the Apostles is rooted in Lancaster, PA. Our 84-acre campus, purchased from the Brubaker family, hosts partners like Homestead Village, Schreiber Pediatric Center, and the Eye Associates of Lancaster. As members of the Lancaster Association in the Penn Central Conference of the United Church of Christ, we believe that God is still speaking.
Our mission is to bear witness to God’s love in Jesus Christ through:
- Preaching and Teaching: Guiding individuals in their faith journeys.
- Community Life: Fostering a supportive faith community.
- Faithful Service: Reaching out to those in need.
- Stewardship: Using our resources wisely.
- Asset Development: Serving God through our church assets.
- Celebration: Acknowledging God’s presence and promises.