Strategic Vision

Hope Rising: Together, Rebuilding Lives with Gospel Hope.

Guiding Scripture

“The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor and the day of vengeance of our God, to comfort all who mourn, and provide for those who grieve in Zion — to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of his splendor. They will rebuild the ancient ruins and restore the places long devastated; they will renew the ruined cities that have been devastated for generations. Strangers will shepherd your flocks; foreigners will work your fields and vineyards. And you will be called priests of the Lord, you will be named ministers of our God. You will feed on the wealth of the nations, and in their riches you will boast.”   - Isaiah 61:1-6

Vision

To be Christ-centered, community-minded people, empowered by the Spirit and grounded in Scripture, who proclaim good news, foster healing, and join in rebuilding lives with gospel hope.

Through worship, education, fellowship, and outreach, we are becoming a people who proclaim and celebrate the Good News:

To the oppressed, we speak freedom.

To the brokenhearted, we extend compassion.

To the seekers, we offer belonging.

To the weary, we remain faithfully present.

Planted by the Lord, First Presbyterian Church Mayfield seeks to grow into an oak righteousness — rooted in Christ, shaped by Scripture, and reaching out with joy. We envision becoming a church known in Mayfield as a trusted presence and staple in the community — a home of hope, and gospel-sahped life where the community knows who we are and what we stand for in Christ.

Healing & Hospitality

We are called to be a sanctuary where broken hearts are mended, burdens are shared, and all are welcomed with the compassion of Christ.

Refuge: Provide safe, welcoming space for rest, return, and reconnection with God and others.

  • Restored Wholeness: Cultivating a culture and space where hearts, minds, and relationships can be made whole.

  • Sanctuary for the Weary: Offering a safe place for those seeking refuge — those burdened by pain, questions, or isolation — knowing that God receives all with compassion.

  • Community of Restoration: Inviting the estranged, the uncertain, and the curious back into the life of faith with welcome and joy.

Care: Offer compassionate support through pastoral presence and sacred listening.

  • Guided by Grace: Providing Christ-centered support to individuals and families.

  • Ministry of Lament: Journeying alongside those who mourn, suffer trauma, or endure injustice.

  • Healing Environments: Creating environments for prayer, reflection, and renewal that invite reconnection with God and others.

Belonging: Ensure hospitality and accessibility for all, reflecting the vastness of God’s grace.

  • Belonging without Barriers: Offering a nonjudgmental presence that reflects the expansive love of Christ for all people.

  • Accessible Design: Embedding accessibility into the culture, practices, and spaces of our church to embody true community.

  • Shared Journeys: Joining with others in ways that reflect God’s desire for restoration and hope.

Formation & Faithfulness

We are rooted in scripture and shaped by the Spirit to be lifelong learners, creative disciples, and a people continually reformed by God’s Word.

Discipleship: Encourage life-long spiritual growth and faithful Christian living.

  • Spirit of Inquiry: Fostering a culture of learning where seekers are welcomed, tough questions are honored, and honest exploration is embraced.

  • Faithful Curiosity: Pursuing God’s Word and world with creativity, trust, and joyful expectation in the lifelong journey of following Christ.

  • Bold Discipleship: Learning into spiritual growth by saying “yes” to the Spirit’s invitation beyond what feels safe or easy.

Wisdom: Stay grounded in God’s Word, interpreting it with reverence and openness.

  • Biblical Integrity: Interpreting scripture with reverence and openness as the Spirit illuminates truth.

  • Guided by the Spirit: Listening attentively for God’s voice in community and scripture, trusting the Spirit to reveal the way forward.

  • Resilient Faith: Welcoming change with a posture of trust, believing that God is present in each unfolding season.

Tradition: Draw from historic practices and creeds that connect us to the Communion of Saints.

  • Living Tradition: Carrying forward the practices of the faithful who came before us, while inviting new expressions of devotion.

  • Creative Renewal: Opening ourselves to the ongoing and reforming work of the Holy Spirit to what is being revealed.

  • Spiritual Discovery: Inviting seekers and questioners into a thoughtful, accessible exploration of Christian faith grounded in Scripture and shaped by tradition.

Community & Connection

We are formed in relationship — with God, each other, and our neighbors. We cultivate deep fellowship and partnership for the flourishing of all.

Fellowship: Foster genuine community through shared life and mutual care.

  • Rooted Relationship: Gathering as a community to be known, supported, and shaped by grace.

  • Shared Life: Practicing intentional community through common rhythms, services, and sacred trust.

  • Everyday Communion: Believing faith is lived in relationship, not isolation by being together in both ordinary and sacred moments.

Creativity: Honoring God’s gift of imagination, expression, and beauty in all forms of creative life.

  • Expressing Creativity: Reflecting the joy and wonder of God’s imagination.

  • Living Sanctuary: Tending to physical space that reflects God’s goodness that is a living expression of rest, renewal, and hospitality, inviting the community to linger in beauty and peace.

  • Sacred Imagination: Embracing the creative spark as a faithful act — inspiring worship, deepening community, and reflecting the image of our Creator.

Partnership: Build strong ecumenical and local relationships for mutual ministry.

  • Bridge-Building: Engaging across lines of difference that transcend boundaries and bear witness to shared faith to serve the common good of Christ’s reconciling love.

  • Strategic Partnerships: Partnering with local ministries, nonprofits, and organizations to extend our reach and deepen our impact to meet the needs in our community and world.

  • Presbytery Collaboration: Embracing our identity as a PC(USA) congregation, we actively collaborate and serve within the Presbytery of Western Kentucky.

Mission & Stewardship

We are called to act justly, sent to serve, and committed to stewarding all we have for the sake of God’s kingdom.

Justice: Pursue the transformative work of Jesus’ vision of wholeness and peace by confronting brokenness and embodying grace.

  • Compassionate Advocacy: Going out into the community, we listen, learn, and stand alongside our neighbors.

  • Welcome that Transforms: Creating a culture of welcome to open our lives and church to the community — making space for every person to belong, contribute, and experience the transforming love of Christ within a diverse and grace-filled community.

  • Courageous Mission: Going beyond what is expected, following the Spirit into deeper faithfulness and wider service.

Service: Embody Christ’s love through practical acts of care and community investment.

  • Servant Heart: Helping individuals, congregations, and communities who may not receive traditional assistance.

  • Purposeful Ministry: Carrying our our work with clarity, commitment, and a deep sense of call and purpose.

  • Local Engagement: Showing up for our community with compassion, consistency, and Christ-centered purpose.

Sustainability: Remain a faithful, enduring presence by stewarding our gifts wisely.

  • Mission-Aligned Stewardship: Allocating resources thoughtfully to advance God’s kingdom in practical and meaningful ways that reflect our mission and values.

  • Consistent Presence: Continuing to show up — especially in hard seasons — demonstrating resilience and trust in God.

  • Sustainability Ministry: Committing to long-term faithfulness by investing in ministries that endure through changing seasons. With prayerful discernment and wise stewardship, we aim to build a resilient church that continues to serve, grow, and witness to the gospel for generations to come.