WHERE different expressions of worship are not only tolerated but welcomed

WHERE fashions in style and structure of worship, are recognized as here today and gone tomorrow, held in cupped hands so each movement can pour in for a while and grow, and then pour out again.

WHERE order and structure are recognized as necessary and valuable, so people can have a part to play and see where their contribution fits in as they work with others.

WHERE senior citizens are valued for being reservoirs of life’s experiences which are there to be poured out for the benefit of others.

WHERE people are given space to grow. Where each can prayerful1y reflect, reconsider, move on, make different and more appropriate contributions to the fellowship and receive affirmation and support from others whilst doing so.

WHERE what happens outside the life of the church is seen to be as important to God in his world as what happens inside, and both are given attention.

WHERE the inner strength of Christians is built up so that, no matter whether the immediate environment is secular or Christian, they feel secure enough to make their contribution alone or with others.

WHERE this inner strength enables them to withstand social pressure and realize their God-given abilities to take initiatives and make choices.

FINALLY I dream of a church here on earth where Christians realize they are part of the local body of Christians, who are part of the whole national body of Christians, who are part of the whole international body of Christians, who are part of Christians throughout all ages. A rich variety of all sorts, but all HIS. To the glory of God, amen!