Philosphy of Ministry
DOOR exists to challenge individuals to consider ministry and
service an essential, daily part of living out their authentic
Christian faith. By meeting, learning from and working with diverse
urban people, participants give and receive the love that God has for
each person. Through these relationships they will explore together how
to be faithful to Christ's call to be "salt" and "light" in today's
turbulent world. DOOR seeks to provide ministry opportunities that will
be both helpful to local people and lead to a deepened understanding of
faith and ministry.
Participants will explore the strengths as well as the needs of urban
people and communities and will participate in various approaches to
ministry in the city. The goal is that participants will have a new
awareness of the city and its people, a new sense of God's presence in
the city and a new desire to be actively involved in ministry and
service. Participants will be encouraged to reflect on their
experiences and to explore ways in which new insights gained can be
applied to their situation at home and future ministry. In this way
DOOR seeks to motivate the church to be actively involved in bringing
to reality the Kingdom of God in the world.