† Grace Covenant Church

If you understand 
       that faith involves the mind 
             as well as the heart, 
                    and that taking the Bible seriously 
                          means it cannot always be taken literally...
 
If you believe 
       that contrary to the countless ways 
             society finds to discriminate, God's love 
                    embraces all persons equally...

If for you, 
       diversity, tolerance, and inclusivity 
             are signs of strength, 
                    not weakness...

If you are convinced  
       that faithfulness to Christ 
             calls us to global citizenship 
                   and concern for the world in which we live...

If you are searching 
       for a place of belonging 
             that will nurture your spirit
                    and challenge you 
                         toward growth and service,

Then you may be interested
       in learning more about
            the community of faith known as
                  Grace Covenant Church of Oak Ridge.


 -- [Originated in 1999 upon the launching of Ulmstead Park United Church of Christ, Raleigh, N.C., "If" has been adapted and used by a number of like-minded congregations].