"In order to make this a safe place for all, we will strive to love each person as Christ loves us. As a step toward living that love, we will not tolerate statements and/or actions which are demeaning toward any of God's children. Such statements and/or actions include those, which are sexist, racist, heterosexist, and demeaning in regard to persons age or abilities. We are called to admonish in love any persons who make such statements or exhibit such behavior in our presence. We seek to declare ourselves open and affirming of women and men of all ages, races, abilities, and sexual orientation who desire to share in the services, leadership and activities of this congregation." Adopted April, 1998 - Open and Affirming (ONA) Status granted by the United Church of Christ in 2005