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“The Mission of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ): to be and to share
the good news of Jesus Christ, witnessing, loving, and serving from our
doorsteps to the ends of the earth.”
Like most Christians, Disciples affirm:
- Jesus Christ is the son of the Living God, and offers saving grace to all
- All persons are God’s children
Beliefs and practices usually associated with Disciples include:
- Open Communion. The Lord’s Supper, or Communion is celebrated in weekly worship. It is open to
all who believe in Jesus Christ.
- Freedom of belief. Disciples are called together around one essential of faith: belief in Jesus
Christ as Lord and Savior. Persons are free to follow their consciences guided
by the Bible, the Holy Spirit study and prayer, and are expected to extend that
freedom to others.
- Baptism by immersion. In baptism the old self-centered life is set aside, and a new life of trust in
God begins. Although Disciples practice baptism by immersion, other baptism
traditions are honored.
- Belief in the oneness of the church. All Christians are called to be one in Christ and to seek
opportunities for common witness and service.
- The ministry of believers. Both ministers and lay persons lead in worship, service and spiritual
growth.
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