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We are a part of a North American family known as the
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).
Born on the American frontier in the days following American independence, we
celebrate freedom and diversity as central hallmarks of a community of
faith.
We have no creed but Christ, believing that faith is grounded in a
personal relationship with the one whose life and ministry revealed God's
purpose for humankind.
The Bible is our map and guide for that faith journey. We believe
that all may come to understand scripture through careful, intelligent study,
seeking always to dig beneath the obvious and discover deeper meanings.
For the most part, Disciples take the Bible seriously rather than literally.
Grace is a central teaching of our church. In biblical
understandings, grace means unmerited favor. None of us are worthy of
God's love and acceptance. The Apostle Paul says "all have fallen short
of the glory of God." Yet we believe that we are loved and accepted
as sons and daughters of God anyway.
Out of that acceptance, we believe that we are called to accept others
unconditionally. Therefore, all are welcome here without
qualification. Within this supportive community of seekers we purpose to
grow in love of God, love of neighbor, and love of self.
We seek to model God's intention for the world. To do so, we strive to
demonstrate unity among all Christian believers and to work toward
oneness in the global family which includes, among others, our Jewish, Moslem,
Hindu, and Buddhist brothers and sisters. |