The Mariners
	Our local group

Mariners is an organization of Christians within the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) which maintains an emphasis on family life and mission. Its programs and activities seek to advance the ministry and witness of Christ's church through service and outreach, establishing and maintaining Christian homes, and fellowships within and without the church. The organizational structure of Mariners is flexible enough to meet the needs of the local congregation, while the national organization provides a source of corporate identity, program resources, leadership and guidance. National Presbyterian Mariners is responsible through the Program Agency to the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).

The Presbyterian Mariner Programs and activities are based on the following objectives:
 

1.	To encourage Christian faith and practice in every home; helping families progress in Christian living.
2.	To become involved in the struggle for social justice.
3.	To interest those outside the church in uniting with the church.
4.	To provide the opportunity for Christian fellowship.
5.	To develop leadership for the church.
6.	To support and serve the church in its total ministry and mission.