Vision:

To partner with God to bring transformation to our lives, our community and our world.

Values:

love (as Christ loves) with respect, acceptance and acknowledgment of all people

accountability, authenticity, integrity, honesty and humility

a seeking spirit striving for personal growth

sacrifice, diligence and teamwork

Beliefs:

The Trinity -- Father, Son and Holy Spirit -- both in personal experience and in the community of believers

Salvation by grace through faith in Christ as Savior

The universal Church

The reign of God as both a present and future reality

The authority of Scripture in matters of faith

The essential oneness of the Church in Jesus Christ

About Us:

Oxford Methodists began worshiping at our current site in 1813, which makes us over 200 years old. Our current sanctuary building was constructed in 1875. The attached Education Building was erected in 1963. Located only two blocks from Miami University, many university students have found us to be a welcome church home during their college years. We also have a number of Miami faculty and staff in the congregation. Other members live in the city and have no connection with the university. Still others live in the agricultural areas surrounding Oxford.This breadth of background and experience leads to a diversity of theological opinion among congregational members. There is agreement, however, on the most basic issues regarding the Christian faith. We adhere to John Wesley’s dictum:

In essentials, unity; in non-essentials, liberty; and in all things, charity.

Our church has a long history of supporting missions and undertaking service to others at the local, national and international level. Congregational members are provided with ample opportunities to put their faith to work in many ways. We also strive to care for one another at the personal level, especially in times of need.