What type of person comes to Holden? Do I have to be Lutheran or Christian to come?
The mission statement of Holden Village calls us to “welcome all people into the wilderness”. This means everybody! Guests coming to Holden include a wide variety of singles, couples and families of all kinds, young, old and in-between. People come from all over the nation to rejoice in the unity that is ours in the gospel of Jesus Christ. Race, gender, age, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation or handicap are not barriers to our fellowship but rather cause for celebration as we enjoy together the outrageous variety of God’s people. While Holden is rooted in the Lutheran Christian tradition, all faith traditions are celebrated and welcomed into this community. Non-Christians can feel comfortable in an atmosphere of mutual acceptance and conversation. We celebrate the unity and diversity of the church, all humanity and all creation. All are welcome!
