First Christian Church

Who are the Disciples of Christ?

What Do We Believe?

We believe the following:

• Jesus Christ is Lord.  We affirm that He is the son of the living God, and offers saving grave to all.
• Open Communion. The Lord’s Supper or Communion, is celebrated in weekly worship. It is open to all believers.
• Diversity of opinion. Each person is free to determine individual belief guided by the Bible, the Holy Spirit, study and prayer.
• Baptism by immersion. In baptism the old self centered life is set aside, and a new life of trust in God is made possible. Although Disciples generally practice baptism by immersion, they honor other baptism traditions as well.
• Importance of church unity. All Christians should cooperate in ministry wherever possible, affirming each other as sisters and brothers in Christ.
• The Ministry of all believers. Both ministers and lay persons lead worship, direct service opportunities and nurture spiritual growth.
• Freedom of belief. Disciples are called together around one essential of faith; belief in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.