The English word creed comes from the Latin credo, which means “I believe.” What do you believe? Our members come from many faith traditions, with diverse beliefs.

However, at the core of most world religions is the same seed of love and respect that fuels our passion at Re:faith. Do you believe in the same ideals? Consider joining us or following us on social media.

Re:faith believes

I believe (I am here, in the image of and made by a loving Creator. My highest calling is to love and praise that Creator. To fulfill that calling,)* my great task is to love all of the Children of Creation. This is not a sterile, passive, love-the-sinner-hate-the-sin theoretical love. It’s real, messy, hard work. It’s caring for people in a way that makes their lives better. All our siblings deserve this love. It can’t—and needn’t—be earned.

I commit myself, however imperfectly I am able, to these ideals: I aspire to kindness, humility, faith, hope, and love.

I commit myself, however imperfectly I am able, to valuing the most vulnerable in our society… the voiceless, the powerless, the scorned.

I commit myself, however imperfectly I am able, to mirroring the example of my (faith mentor/s, who was/were)** remarkable for mercy and humility, not for shunning the unworthy or being the best rule-follower.

I commit myself, however imperfectly I am able, to learning and growing from others’ stories, by listening, reading, and challenging my assumptions.

I commit myself, however imperfectly I am able, to respecting others’ stories as their own to tell. I learn by asking questions, not by imposing my worldview.

I commit myself, however imperfectly I am able, to respecting and preserving the world we occupy, which nurtures and provides for all Children of Creation.

*may be modified or omitted based on faith tradition of the believer

**faith mentors can be many and could include parents or clergy; believers may substitute “Savior, Jesus Christ”, “the Prophet(s)”, or other specific faith mentors as appropriate