creating community ...connecting to God ...committed to the city

Granted, these values sound simple and universal. But in a big city like New York, which is so diverse, even universal values are lived out differently from one faith community to the next.

So how is "Creating Community...Connecting to God...Committed to the City"

lived out at the Fort Washington?

It Is Lived Through Faithfulness...

• We believe Jesus' teachings are as relevant today as ever.

And whether we are gathered together in Sunday worship or in a Bible study, we encourage a spirit of wonder, curiosity, questioning, and sharing to help us understand God's Word for us in this time and place.

• We respect the uniqueness of each person's faith journey.

Some of us are life-long churchgoers, while some have returned to church after a long absence. Some of us have only recently stepped inside a church for the first time. You will find hope, support, and encouragement for your continuing faith relationship with Jesus at Fort Washington.

• Our ministries embody our Christian faith in everyday practice.

Our responsiveness to the spiritual and practical needs of young and old, our spiritual care for those facing life challenges, and our meaningful, thoughtful worship services are just a few of the ways in which our faithfulness is expressed.

It Is Lived Through Welcome...

• All are welcome to be part of the Fort Washington Church family.

Sadly, some Christian communities are neither diverse nor inclusive. But at Fort Washington Church, we believe diversity and inclusiveness are a great big PLUS! We are blessed to be a spiritual community with people of all ages, from cultures that span the globe, and from a variety of different faith traditions.

It Is Lived Through Our Commitment to Washington Heights...

• We are committed to social justice and to improving life in our neighborhood.

After school care (Kids with a Promise), the Playgroup for Toddlers, Scouts, P.A.L., Neighborhood S.H.O.P.P., the 181st Street Beautification Project, Alcoholics Anonymous, our Food Pantry and Community Thrift Sales are some of the programs based at our church house that bring hope, resources, and new opportunities to the residents of Washington Heights.