Beliefs and Practices Associated with Disciples Include:
Open Communion
The Lord’s Supper, or Communion, is
celebrated weekly in worship. It is open to all.
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
the
baptism of believers
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.
Disciples
believe that, in Christ, we are called to unity, not uniformity. Therefore, we
welcome all people, striving to worship and serve together, and challenging
each other to grow in faith and understanding of God, made known to us in
Christ.
The Ministry of Believers
Both ministers and lay persons, women and men,
lead in worship, service and spiritual growth.