Why the Church of Christ?

Our Goal is to restore the New Testament church in our time. We attempt to determine from the Bible what the church was like in the beginning, and to be like that original church as much as possible. We work to be a non-denominational,

Bible-centered church. Every church of Christ is autonomous (independent). We are not associated with any denomination or organized religious group. However, we reach out to other congregations. We hold the Bible as our ONLY guide in religious matters. Our Worship is simple, but devout. It is not characterized by displays of entertainment, but is calculated to draw each worshipper closer to God and to provide enduring spiritual strength, the way our Father intended by the pure milk of the Word alone.

The Singing…

One of the unique things about churches of Christ is that the music is “a-cappella.” That is, we sing without the accompaniment of musical instruments. We simply want to worship God in the purest way possible, the way He intended. Since the New Testament leaves out the practice of instrumental music, we believe it is best to exclude it.

What We Teach…

We accept no religious authority but the divine authority expressed in the inspired Scriptures. We believe “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works” (II Timothy 3:16, 17).

The Plan of Salvation…

We must hear God’s Word (Romans 10:17), believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God (John 3:36), confess His name before men (Romans 10:9-10), repent of whatever sin that is in our lives (Luke 13:3), and be baptized for the remission of our sins (Acts 2:38). My friend, I hope you have done these things, and that God has added you to His church (Acts 2:47).

The Lord’s Supper…

If you visit on Sunday morning, the Lord’s Supper will be included in the worship proceedings. This is because churches of Christ observe this memorial every Sunday. Again, the reason for this is our desire to follow the New Testament teaching. The first century church celebrated this observance on the first day of the week (Acts 20:7). We know from respected historians that in early centuries the Lord’s Supper was an every-Sunday commemoration (Neander, Eusebius).

The decision to take part is a decision only you can make. The Bible teaches that this is a time for the members of the body of Christ to remember Him, and that we should examine ourselves carefully in taking part.