In baptism, the old self-centered life is set aside, and a new life of trust in God through Jesus Christ begins. Although Disciples baptize by immersion, other forms and traditions are honored at Allisonville Christian Church.
The Lord’s Supper
The Lord’s Supper (or “Communion”) is celebrated weekly in worship. It is open to all who believe in Jesus Christ.
The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) is part of the American Restoration Movement that began in the early 1800′s. Tracing our roots back to the day of the Cane Ridge Meeting of 1796, this movement seeks to restore the church back to its biblical roots. This foundational idea guides us in almost all of our practices, including communion.
Freedom
Disciples are called together around one essential 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 as they struggle with current life questions and issues. We honor the human struggle to be faithful to God in all aspects of living.
Worship Styles
Allisonville Christian Church currently worships in two different styles: traditional and contemporary. All are welcome to either (or both!) services and each service has it’s own way of providing an atmosphere of praise, worship and prayer to God.
Traditional-style Worship
- more formal style of worship
- includes use of the choir, bells and organ
- typically larger attendance
- utilizes more traditional hymns and responsive readings
Contemporary-style Worship
- casual service – come as you are!
- music is led by a praise band
- a community joy & concerns – people are free to voice their praise or concerns in their lives to the congregation
- time for a contemplative practice known as “prayer stations”
In addition to the two worship styles above, our faith community will occasionally come together as one body in Christ for a larger, blended-style worship service. This will include many aspects of both worship styles.
Christian Unity – Belief in the Oneness of the Church
All Christian are called to be one in Christ and to seek opportunities for common witness and service. As Jesus prayed: “…that they may all be one.” (John 17:21)