A place to believe, to belong, to become
Plymouth Creek Christian Church
We are Disciples of Christ…
- We are Disciples of Christ
- a movement for wholeness
- in a fragmented world.
- As part of the one body of Christ
- we welcome all to the Lord's Table
- as God has welcomed us.
~Disciples of Christ Statement Of Identity
~Disciples of Christ Statement Of Identity
(The following information was obtained from Discover the Disciples)
History
The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) was founded in the early 1800s in the United States. Seeking to move beyond denominational disagreements, the founders envisioned a united church of Jesus Christ modeled on the New Testament.
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What Disciples Believe
Like most Christians, Disciples Affirm:
- Jesus Christ is the son of the Living God,
- 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.
The Chalice
The chalice symbolizes the central place of communion in worship for the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). The X-shaped cross of St. Andrew, national cross of Scotland, focuses attention on the Presbyterian roots of the Disciples. St. Andrew has been identified with the laity and with evangelism, both of which have been prominent Disciples’ emphases. The color red signifies vitality, spirit and sacrifice.