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Executive Summary

Updated: May 27

Mission Statement


Mobilize individuals, retirees, and congregations to live out the Great Commandment and the Great Commission by engaging in loving service, intentional relationships, and active discipleship "Outside the Walls" of the local church.



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Vision Statement


A movement of believers and retirees who are using their time, talents, and wisdom to love their neighbors, serve their communities, and make disciples of Jesus—multiplying their impact locally and globally, fulfilling Christ’s commands.


Core Values


  • Purposeful Living: Retirement is a season of renewed calling, not withdrawal.

    • 1 Peter 4:10 "As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace."

  • Love in Action: Demonstrate Christ's love through relational service.

    • Hebrews 10:24 "And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works".

  • Legacy of Faith: Pass on faith and wisdom to the next generation. 

    • Psalm 145:4 "One generation commends Your works to another; they tell of Your mighty acts."

  • Community Engagement: Build bridges to those Outside the Walls.

    • Galatians 6:10 “Therefore, whenever we have the opportunity, we should do good to everyone—especially to those in the family of faith."

  • Disciple-Making: Invest in others who will do the same.

    • Mathew 28:19 "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.”


Strategic Goals and Objectives


  • Reignite Purpose In Outreach

    • Objective: Help individuals and retirees rediscover their purpose and God-given calling.

  • Equip Relational Evangelism and Discipleship Through Evangelism Training through the LCMS Texas District For Those Who Choose

    • Objective: Empower individuals and retirees to share their faith and mentor others.

  • Mobilize Service Projects in the Community

    • Objective: Encourage practical expressions of love Outside the Walls.

  • Build a Culture of Outside the Walls Living

    • Objective: Normalize Outward Focused Live Style

  • Expand Outreach through Partnerships and Missions

    • Objective: Connect Individuals and retirees to outreach partners and strategic alliances.




 
 
 

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