Altadore Baptist Church Affirming Statement
At Altadore Baptist Church, we believe that every person is created in the image of God, deeply loved, and worthy of dignity and respect. Following Jesus, we seek to be a church where God’s love is experienced through genuine welcome, caring relationships, and a shared sense of belonging.
We welcome, affirm, and celebrate 2SLGBTQIA+ people and their families, including full and equal participation in worship, baptism, communion, membership, ministry, service, and leadership. Whatever your age, background, identity, ability, family composition, or economic circumstance, you are welcome here and invited to belong fully.
We acknowledge the hurt that exclusion by churches has caused. We commit to listening compassionately, respecting privacy, challenging discrimination, and making our welcome visible in our actions.
We all bring different experiences and understandings of faith, yet we choose to journey together toward a deeper relationship with Jesus, guided by humility, grace, and love.
Come as you are. Bring your questions, your hopes, and your gifts. There is room for you here.