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What do Disciples
Believe?
Like most Christians,
Disciples affirm:
- Jesus Christ is the son of the
Living God and offers saving grace
to all.
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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
believers.
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Diversity of opinion. Each person is
free to determine individual belief
guided by the Bible, the Holy
Spirit, study and prayer.
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Baptism by immersion. In baptism the
old self-centered life is set aside,
and a new life of trust in God is
made possible. Although Disciples
generally practice baptism by
immersion, they honor other baptism
traditions as well.
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Importance of church unity. All
Christians should cooperate in
ministry wherever possible,
affirming each other as sisters and
brothers in Christ.
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The ministry of all believers. Both
ministers and lay persons lead
worship, direct service
opportunities and nurture spiritual
growth.
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Freedom of belief. Disciples are
called together around one essential
of faith: belief in Jesus Christ as
Lord and Savior.
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