What is a Disciple?

The full name of our denomination is The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) with headquarters in Indianapolis Indiana. If a church calls itself a christian church without using the (Disciples of Christ) suffix they are an "independent" christian church and are not connected to us.

The official symbol of this denomination is chalicetmc.jpg (13675 bytes)

the chalice with an embedded cross. This emphasizes that communion is central to our faith. The cross is the symbol of St. Andrew, whose example of inviting others to meet Jesus is our role model.

What do Disciples believe?

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 each week in worship. The Table 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. This unity exists between all denominations and across all the centuries since Christ.
The ministry of believers. Both ministers and lay persons, male and female, lead in worship, service and spiritual growth.

Click on these links to find out our denominational mission and vision, beliefs and practices, our history, what we believe about salvation, baptism, and communion. Click here to find out about the 17 General Ministries of the national denomination. Our congregation is part of the Southeast Gateway Area within the Mid-America region