Primary Colors

Here's a slightly different twist on the five values/principles affirmed by New ACT. These are described in more depth in the Convener's Blog.

I call these the "Primary Colors" of the new conference:

• The PRIMARY PURPOSE of the AC: to help persons “live the gospel of Jesus Christ and be God’s love to [their] neighbors."

• The PRIMARY MEASURE of the success of AC and its churches: the quality and quantity of relationships established with our neighbors, particularly those who have been disenfranchised by mainstream society.

• The PRIMARY TASK of the AC: to engage, equip, and empower local churches to be in ministry with and to our Global Neighborhood.

• The PRIMARY COMPONENT in pursuing that task: encouraging and developing leadership within the laity and clergy that is diverse and engaged with the vision of Christ.

• A PRIMARY RESOURCE to guide congregations and conference: the Four Areas of Focus of The United Methodist Church.