Mount Vernon Place UMC (Baltimore) is currently in a period of "intentional discernment" to renew ourselves as a vital congregation with a renewed call to mission, ministry and our baptismal covenants. This sacred realignment is not merely administrative; it is a movement of the Spirit, a response to the living waters that continue to flow through our hearts, our congregation, and our communities. It is vital change!
Our aim is to live into our Bishop's call to demonstrate:
- Love in Action: Practicing God’s love and grace, we build real, transformative relationships in our community. Ours will not be a ministry “from a distance,” but ministry “up close and personal”— we are the hands and feet of Christ in the world, serving those in need.
- Strength through Connection: Rooted in the United Methodist tradition of connection, we are united, uplifting one another and holding each other accountable with love. We build strong bonds with one another and across our global church to do as much good as we can, because we truly are better together.
- Unity with Diversity: As God’s beloved community, we each bring our unique stories and strengths to all that we do, united in purpose and committed to equity, inclusion, anti-racism/anti-oppression, and justice for all.
- Partnering with Purpose: Intentional and strategic partnerships with other churches, people, and organizations enable us to share and cross-pollinate ideas, resources, and energy so that we can thrive, bear more fruit, and live according to God’s call.
- Freedom to Try: We prioritize empowering leaders and members to dream big, try new things, and learn from failure. We give permission for creativity and boldness and are committed to staying open to new ways of sharing God’s love with all people.
If you are interested in learning more or how you may join our intentional discernment to serve the people of Mount Vernon Place in Baltimore, please drop us an email at mvpumcbaltimore@gmail.com.
In the meantime, should you wish to connect with a United Methodist Church in Downtown Baltimore, please reach out to one of our sister congregations identified below.
We look forward to breaking out of this time of metamorphose with you on the first Sunday of Advent (Sunday, November 29th) so be on the lookout for what a wonderful place Mount Vernon Place UMC will be when we emerge from our chrysalis.
God Bless you, The People of Mount Vernon Place UMC Baltimore, MD
