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The communion table is not only at
the center of worship in our congregations, it is at the center of who
we are as the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).
Disciples congregations celebrate the Lord's Supper every Sunday.
The table is open. That means that all Christians are invited to
respond to christ's invitation to draw closer to Him around the
communion table. For disciples, the open table is a powerful
symbol of our deep commitment to Christian unity. The open table
honors diversity even as it celebrates unity in Christ. All are
welcome. Come to the welcome table!
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 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 expectd 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.
Our Mission : First Christian of Washington
exists to proclaim the message of Jesus
Christ and welcome all people; to equip people with faith that
transforms
life; and to send persons out in service to the community and world.
Since 1891, First Christian Church has
proclaimed
Christ's message to the Washington
Community. We welcome you to come worship with us.
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