Mission, Vision & Core Values
Mission Statement
The mission of The Abyssinian Baptist Church is to advance the Kingdom of God through our core values of
- Worship that honors our historic legacy of prophetic preaching and celebrates the power of God in our lives
- Evangelism that wins more souls for Christ
- Service that is focused on progress, economic empowerment, and justice in the Harlem community and across the globe
- Education that enlightens and equips members to grow spiritually and culturally
Vision Statement
The vision of The Abyssinian Baptist Church is to create the beloved community by supporting the poor, saving lost souls, providing a sanctuary for all who seek salvation and spiritual growth, strengthening youth and families, engaging in social activism, and economic development of our world and our Harlem community.
Core Values
Worship
- Feeling or expressing reverence and adoration for God
Evangelism
- Spreading the Christian gospel by public preaching or personal witness
Service
- Helping or doing work for someone
Education
- Receiving or giving systematic instruction