we are a movement for wholeness in a fragmented world. as a part of the one body of christ, we welcome all to the lord's table, as christ has welcomed us.

The Disciples sprang out of a movement in the early 1800s to reclaim the simplicity of the early church and to work for unity.  This movement began in Kentucky and other places on the "American frontier"--and made its way to Illinois only a few decades later.  

This tradition emphasized a few hallmarks that remain to this day:

- celebrating and working for unity

- thoughtful biblical engagement (we take the Bible seriously, not literally) 

- welcoming all people through the practice of open communion and celebrating all baptisms

- practicing both loving acts of service and working for justice 

Today there are over 4000 Disciples congregations spread out across the country--and over half a million people who consider themselves a part of this ongoing movement. 

In many ways, the movement for wholeness is ongoing.  So there are ministries we both are and hope to more fully be:

We are a pro-reconciling, anti-racist church

We are a church of grace and welcome to all: no matter gender or sexuality

We are a church that cares for God's Creation

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