Open & Affirming statements from congregations and ministries of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).
We are an inclusive people openly welcoming persons of all sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, race, ethnicity, socio-economic status or any other designation of individuals who have known the pain of exclusion and discrimination by the church and society. We declare ourselves to be an Open and Affirming congregation, professing that all people are God’s … Continue reading Central Christian Church, Great Falls, MT
As a people of faith and followers of Jesus the Christ, we know that Earth’s tapestry is woven with the varied threads of God’s beloved people. Different and alike, we are all God’s creations. God calls us to love one another as God loves us, so we affirm that people of any race, ethnicity, nationality, … Continue reading Central Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), New Albany, IN
First Christian Church of Falls Church is an Open and Affirming Congregation. We openly welcome persons of all sexual orientation, gender expression, socioeconomic status, family configuration, age, national origin, race, religious or non-religious background, and physical or mental condition. We embrace all people at any point in their faith journey and recognize each person’s spiritual … Continue reading First Christian Church, Falls Church, VA
Open & Affirming Statement At Lee’s Summit Christian Church, we are Disciples of Christ, a movement for wholeness in a fragmented world, called to welcome others as we have been welcomed by God. As Disciples, we find identity at the Lord’s Table, practicing open communion for all and embracing our mission of Building Bridges of … Continue reading Lee’s Summit Christian Church, Lee’s Summit, Missouri
First Christian of Downers Grove approved this Mission Statement on May 31, 2015 Called to be the Presence of Christ in Our Community We are a community of faith on a journey to joyfully witness to God’s love and grace revealed by Christ through meaningful worship, discovering and affirming each of our unique gifts, and growing in … Continue reading First Christian Church, Downers Grove, IL
The Radically Inclusive Love of God We Believe in the Radically Inclusive Love of God. We believe that the gospel of Jesus Christ cuts across all barriers that fragment and divide us. We are called to love, affirm, and welcome ALL regardless of race, gender, sexual and/or affectional orientation, class, or life situation. We are … Continue reading Bethel Christian Church, Washington, DC
Johns Creek Christian Church is the first Open & Affirming Ministry of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Georgia. Johns Creek Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) is a vibrant congregation where all people are welcomed into a community united by the grace, love and forgiveness we know in Jesus Christ. In all that we … Continue reading Johns Creek Christian Church, Johns Creek, GA
North Christian Church’s Identity Statement was voted on by the congregation on November 2, 2014. The vote was “Yes.” 29 votes, “I have reservations, but I do not want to stand in the way of the church declaring itself an Open and Affirming Congregation.” 3, “I have reservations.” 0, and “No.” 0. The Elders and … Continue reading North Christian Church, Columbus IN
Of any human organization on this fragmented planet, we believe the church should be a place where all people are welcomed to join a community of grace, love and forgiveness. Without fear of being judged, condemned and ridiculed, all people should feel welcomed to come as they are and honestly and openly confess their sinfulness … Continue reading First Christian Church, Farmville NC
At the Welcoming Church Event held February 2014 in the Greater Kansas City Region, Jonathan Fisher, a local Army Chaplain, attended and learned the importance of being open in his welcoming ministry to all people. He writes in this blog post, Coming Out as Inclusive, of his conviction of the importance of welcoming openly. Here … Continue reading Army Chaplain Jonathan Fisher
We are a community growing in healing and empowerment: through Sacred Texts. We are rooted in the witness contained by the Christian Bible, and we are seeking out the Divine in other sacred texts. through Justice. We believe all people are created by God with intention and care; anywhere there is a threat to people … Continue reading Fringe: A Community Growing, Columbus, OH
As an open and affirming Disciples congregation, we are striving to become a people of grace and welcome to all God’s children regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, ethnicity, marital status, physical or mental ability, political stance or theological perspective; and we affirm the faith, baptism, and spiritual gifts of all … Continue reading Brentwood Christian Church, Springfield, MO
Queen Anne Christian Church is a community of seekers and friends ~ faithful, hopeful, loving ~ striving to follow Christ on the great adventure. We encourage ourselves, and each other, to live and love in grace. We gather, we welcome. We sing, we pray. We break bread. We learn, we teach. We grow. We are … Continue reading Queen Anne Christian Church, Seattle, WA
We are Central Christian Church We differ in race, age, cultural background, ability, sexual orientation, physical condition, gender identity, family structure, spiritual journey and life circumstances. Aided by this God-given gift of diversity, we strive to reflect God’s unconditional love to all Creation. We also know that the church has at times rejected difference, and … Continue reading Central Christian Church, Indianapolis, IN
The congregation of Bixby Knolls Christian Church welcomes and affirms all God’s children though differing in race, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, ethnicity, marital status, physical or mental ability, political stance or theological perspective.
Imagine love and justice. Jesus did, we do. Let’s journey together. We are Christ’s disciples, an open community of worship, nurture and service. We journey together, seeking God’s guidance and grace for life and mission both near and far. We welcome all God’s children though differing in race, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, … Continue reading First Christian Church, Des Moines, IA
As a community formed by the living presence of Jesus Christ, we embrace Christ’s teachings and regard each human being as a sacred child of God, to be treated with respect and dignity. We welcome to this fellowship all those who seek to build, by God’s direction and grace, lives based upon personal integrity, compassion … Continue reading United Christian Church (DOC and UCC), Renton, WA
As an Open & Affirming, Progressive congregation, we seek to follow the teachings and example of Jesus by: Deepening our connection with God Recognizing and valuing individual spiritual paths Strengthening our relationships with one another Staying open to new insights Discovering ways to express love, compassion, peace and justice at home and throughout the world … Continue reading Delhaven Christian Church in La Puente, CA
Edmond Trinity Christian Church is an Open & Affirming congregation of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). We affirm the life and teachings of Jesus Christ by welcoming all people of diverse race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status to worship and participate fully in all aspects of church life in a safe, loving, … Continue reading Edmond Trinity Christian Church in Edmond, OK